Nintendo Switch games coming in 2025

The new year is upon us, and it brings a huge line-up of Nintendo Switch games with it! There are new adventures to embark upon, new worlds to discover, new characters to meet, and new challenges to overcome. Read on for just a small selection of the titles headed to Nintendo Switch in 2025.

Donkey Kong Country Returns HD – January 16th

Stomp enemies, blast out of barrels, ride mine carts, and more in the visually-enhanced platforming adventure, Donkey Kong Country Returns HD. Tackle 80 levels of jungle-swinging, banana collecting, platforming fun either solo or in local co-op.

ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist – January 22nd

Experience an exploratory 2D action RPG and deepen bonds with companions in a hopeful journey through a world of grief and sorrow in ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist, the sequel to ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights.

Guilty Gear -Strive- Nintendo Switch Edition – January 23rd

Calling New Daredevils! The visually stunning 2.5D fighting game Guilty Gear -Strive- Nintendo Switch Edition is almost here. Clash with up to 28 playable characters in fiery local or online battles and experience the conclusion of Sol Badguy’s journey in the extensive story mode.

Hello Kitty Island Adventure – January 30th

Explore a mysterious island with Hello Kitty, Kuromi, Cinnamoroll and other Sanrio characters as you restore an abandoned theme park to its former glory in Hello Kitty Island Adventure!

Sid Meier’s Civilization® VII – February 6th

In Sid Meier’s Civilization® VII, your strategic decisions shape the unique cultural lineage of your evolving empire. Rule as one of many legendary leaders from throughout history and steer the course of your story by choosing a new civilisation to represent your empire in each Age of human advancement.

Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered – February 14th

Uncover the secrets of Lara Croft’s past in Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered. Travel the globe and visit iconic locales including Cairo, Rome, Paris and more across three of Lara’s darkest adventures.

Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition – March 20th

Find the key to survival in Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition. This visually enhanced version of the epic sci-fi RPG features additional content – including brand new story elements!

Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings™ Game – March 25th

Step into the Shire and embrace your inner Hobbit in this life sim set in the Middle-earth universe of J.R.R. Tolkien. Share home-cooked meals, unwind at The Green Dragon Inn, and decorate your own Hobbit hole!

FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time – April 2025

Begin a fantastic life on a ruined island, and embark on a great adventure into the past! Gather friends, craft, and build your own city in FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time.

Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma – spring 2025

Harness the powers of nature as an Earth Dancer and experience a bold new direction for the Rune Factory series.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A – 2025

A new adventure awaits in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Within Lumiose City, an urban redevelopment plan is underway to shape the city into a place that belongs to both people and Pokémon.

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – 2025

The galaxy’s greatest bounty hunter Samus Aran will embark on a new mission in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond.

Professor Layton and the New World of Steam – 2025

Join Professor Layton and his apprentice Luke Triton on a new riddle-solving adventure in Professor Layton and the New World of Steam.

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 – 2025

This is gonna be a match to remember! Eight Capcom fighting games – including Power Stone and Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millenium 2001 – brawl their way onto Nintendo Switch in Capcom Fighting Collection 2.

DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake – 2025

Following on from the release of DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake in 2024, more adventures from the Erdrick Trilogy are on the way in DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake, launching later this year.

And there’s plenty more! Check out the link below to see what else is in store.

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Please note: all the dates listed are accurate at the time of publication.