The Nintendo Switch has truly become a gaming powerhouse, proving that there’s more to a console than just raw technical power. With an incredible mix of Nintendo’s own games, some top-tier third-party titles, and a flood of indie games, the Switch boasts a game library that’s both diverse and impressive in quality and quantity.
Titles like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Odyssey have set the bar high over the past decade. However, there remains the possibility that the greatest Switch game is yet to come. The years 2022 and 2023 were phenomenal for Nintendo’s lineup. In 2023 alone, we saw the exclusive releases of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Metroid Prime Remastered, Pikmin 4, Super Mario Wonder, and Advance Wars 1 + 2: Re-Boot Camp. As 2024 rolls on, it continues to delight with exclusives focused on iconic characters such as Princess Peach and Zelda.
Anticipation runs high for the major games landing on the Nintendo Switch in 2024 and beyond. Which of these titles have fixed release dates in North America? Let’s dive into it.
As of November 28, 2024, info on upcoming Nintendo Switch games has slowed a bit as the year wraps up, but there have been some exciting additions lately: Winning Post 10 2025, Riviera: The Promised Land Remaster, Crown Wars: The Black Prince, and others have joined the roster. There’s a wide array of genres to look forward to, including 911: Prey, Water Blast Shooter – Wet Gun, and Monster Truck Arena: Battle Royale.
For November 2024, Nintendo had some announcements during the June 2024 Nintendo Direct that shaped this month into a noteworthy period for releases. Mario & Luigi: Brothership headlines as a new RPG featuring the iconic brothers in their first adventure of this sort in a decade. Despite being well-received, it stands out as a solid, although not extraordinary, entry in the franchise.
Additionally, November 2024 saw the release of Farmagia, blending elements of monster training with farming, while Square Enix graced us with Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake—a stunning remake indeed. And how can we forget Lego Horizon Adventures, which brings a fresh spin to the Horizon Zero Dawn universe?
Throughout November, various games launched including Aero the Acro-Bat: Rascal Rival Revenge on November 1, along with a slew of other titles spread across the month. This included creative titles like Bodycam Shooter and Skater Bunny Simulator to intriguing options such as Bioframe Outpost and Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions.
Moving into December 2024, the month may not be jam-packed, but it promises some gems. Look out for Fairy Tail 2 and the remasters of the Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver games. Fantasia Neo Dimension by Square Enix is also releasing, adding to the month’s allure.
With 2024 nearing its end, it’s hard to predict which gem might claim the title of the year’s best Switch game—whether it’s a well-publicized release or a surprise drop. Excitement is already brewing for 2025’s lineup, starting strong in January with Donkey Kong Country Returns HD and more.
February 2025 may seem a bit thin compared to what other platforms are offering, yet there are key titles to get excited about, such as Civilization 7 and Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered. Both promise to engage players, albeit in vastly different ways.
For those looking ahead beyond February 2025, the anticipation grows with titles like Little Nightmares 3 and Pokemon Legends: Z-A still awaiting confirmed dates. It’s shaping up to be another thrilling year for the Switch, full of variety and rich gaming experiences.
