The Nintendo Switch 2 launched in June 2025 and is already carving out an exciting future. While its game library is still young, the next year promises a packed mix of first-party classics, long-awaited sequels, and surprising third-party additions. From Metroid Prime 4 to Pokémon Legends: Z-A, here’s a full look at what’s coming to Nintendo’s next-gen hybrid.
Nintendo’s successor to the iconic Switch features 4K visuals in docked mode and 1080p handheld play, letting developers expand scope and fidelity. The company’s fall and winter schedule shows a confident mix of nostalgia and innovation—bringing beloved series like Mario, Zelda, and Kirby alongside bold new experiments from third-party studios.
October 2025 – A Month Dominated by JRPGs and Classics
October marks the first truly stacked month for the new console, led by massive JRPG names and fan-favorite remasters.
- October 2 – Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2
- Two Wii classics return in full 4K, celebrating the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie with remastered visuals and motion-optimized controls.
- October 3 – Borderlands 4
- Gearbox’s latest looter-shooter makes its delayed Switch 2 debut, promising stable performance and cross-progression.
- October 10 – Little Nightmares 3 and Little Nightmares: Enhanced Edition
- The third entry introduces online co-op as players guide Alone and Low through eerie dreamscapes. The remaster of the first game adds 4K, 60 FPS, and ray tracing.
- October 16 – Pokémon Legends: Z-A
- A bold new take on Pokémon adventures with open-city exploration and a refined battle system.
- October 23 – Persona 3 Reload and Plants vs Zombies: Replanted
- Atlus’ acclaimed RPG arrives with modernized visuals, while PopCap’s tower-defense classic gets HD visuals and co-op play.
- October 30 – Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake and Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection
- Square Enix’s remake bundle combines retro storytelling with the lush 2.5D engine, while NetherRealm revisits the franchise’s greatest hits.
- October 31 – Mina the Hollower
- From the creators of Shovel Knight, this gothic adventure blends fast-paced action and haunting pixel art.
Other notable October 2025 releases:
Castle of Heart: Retold, Disgaea 7 Complete, Ball x Pit, Full Metal Schoolgirl, Just Dance 2026 Edition, Yooka-Replaylee, Majogami, Two Point Museum.
November 2025 – Nostalgia Meets New Heroes
November brings big Nintendo names and major crossovers.
- November 6 – Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment
- A prequel to Tears of the Kingdom exploring Zelda’s unseen time-travel journey, developed by Koei Tecmo.
- November 13–14 – Yakuza Kiwami 1 & 2 and Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero
- Sega’s gangland dramas arrive together, while Bandai Namco’s fighter delivers over 180 characters in cinematic duels.
- November 20 – Kirby Air Riders
- A sequel to the 2003 GameCube hit, reviving Kirby’s chaotic air racing. Masahiro Sakurai returns as director.
Other November highlights:
Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP, Anima: Gate of Memories Remastered, Atelier Ryza Secret Trilogy Deluxe Pack, Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road, SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide, Goodnight Universe.
December 2025 – Nintendo’s Heavy Hitters
- December 4 – Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Octopath Traveler 0
- The long-awaited return of Samus Aran headlines Nintendo’s winter lineup. On the same day, Square Enix delivers a prequel to its beloved HD-2D RPG with 30 recruitable heroes.
2025 Games Without Set Dates
Several high-profile projects are confirmed but awaiting release windows:
- Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition – FromSoftware’s award-winning epic arrives in portable form.
- Professor Layton and the New World of Steam – Puzzle-solving returns with a steampunk twist.
- Witchbrook – A cozy life-sim blending magic school and social storytelling.
- Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds – Multiverse racing featuring Sonic and Sega legends.
- Stardew Valley: Switch 2 Edition – Enhanced visuals, mouse support, and 4-player local co-op.
- Overcooked! 2, Marvel Cosmic Invasion, Reanimal, Human: Fall Flat 2, Suika Game Planet, Ultimate Sheep Raccoon, Glaciered – All targeting late 2025 launches.
2026 and Beyond – Sequels, Surprises, and New Worlds
The early 2026 lineup cements Switch 2 as a true next-gen console for handheld fans.
- January 22 – Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade
- Includes Yuffie’s DLC and enhanced visuals.
- February 5 – Dragon Quest VII Reimagined
- Classic adventure returns with hybrid diorama art and improved mechanics.
- February 12 – Mario Tennis Fever
- Adds ranked play, motion-swing mode, and 38 playable characters.
- February 27 – Resident Evil 7, Resident Evil Village, and Resident Evil Requiem
- Capcom’s triple horror launch introduces flexible first- and third-person modes.
- March 13 – Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection
- Focuses on taming monsters in a sweeping story-driven journey.
Further out, expect Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, The Duskbloods, 007: First Light, Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, and Splatoon Raiders.
Also Coming to Switch 2 (2025–2026)
Nintendo’s upcoming calendar still holds dozens of intriguing projects across every genre and tone — from action and strategy to heartwarming indie gems.
2025 Indies and Mid-Tier Titles
| Game Title | Release Window / Status |
|---|---|
| Quit Today | October 22, 2025 |
| Hannah | October 30, 2025 |
| Silver Bullet | October 30, 2025 |
| Terminator 2D: No Fate | November 26, 2025 |
| The Cabin Factory | October 16, 2025 |
| Ghost Traveler: Adventures in Edo | October 16, 2025 |
| Once Upon a Katamari | October 24, 2025 |
| Dinkum | November 5, 2025 |
2026 Confirmed or TBA Highlights
| Game Title | Release Window / Status |
|---|---|
| Content Warning | TBC 2026 |
| Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight | TBC 2026 |
| Rhythm Heaven Groove | TBC 2026 |
| The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales | TBC 2026 |
| Hela | TBC 2026 |
| Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions | TBC 2026 |
| Good Boy | TBC 2026 |
| Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake | TBC 2026 |
| Danganronpa 2×2 | TBC 2026 |
| Pokémon Pokopia | TBC 2026 |
| Pokémon Champions | TBC 2026 |
| Indiana Jones and the Great Circle | TBC 2026 |
These additions ensure that the Switch 2 won’t just rely on Nintendo’s first-party power—it will thrive on creative partnerships, indie hits, and beloved revivals.
See also: Xbox Game Pass October 2025 Games List: All New, Upcoming, and Leaving Titles
Switch 2’s upcoming catalog reflects a balanced approach: nostalgia-driven remakes coexisting with inventive new titles. Core Nintendo IPs—Mario, Zelda, Metroid, Pokemon, and Kirby—anchor the lineup, while third-party support from Capcom, Square Enix, Sega, and Bandai Namco shows strong developer confidence.
With 2026 already shaping up to be diverse and content-rich, Nintendo’s next hybrid console is poised for another multi-year golden run.
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