Another year is on the horizon and it’s jam packed with games launching on both Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. There are new quests to fulfil, new worlds to explore, new puzzles to solve, and all sorts of new characters to meet. Read on for more info on a selection of titles headed your way in the coming year.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition – 15th January
Discover new ways to enjoy your island paradise in Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. Use intuitive Joy-Con 2 mouse controls to redecorate your home and create Custom Designs, invite up to 11 friends to your island at once, and see it all in enhanced 4K resolution!
At the same time, a free update for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 versions will bring a new resort hotel, expanded storage, and the ability to create three new Slumber Islands, and more.
FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE – 22nd January
The award-winning FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE retells the original story up to the escape from Midgar, with breathtaking visuals, fast-paced gameplay, and a hybrid battle system that blends real-time action with strategic, command-based combat. Get a look at the game early with the free demo, available now.
DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined – 5th February
Set sail on an adventure spanning past and present in DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined! This timeless classic is brought to life in a whole new way with charming diorama visuals, updated gameplay mechanics, and a streamlined story, on both Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch.
Mario Tennis Fever – 12th February
Swing into action with 30 different Fever Rackets, each with their own special abilities, and 38 playable characters – the most in series history – in Mario Tennis Fever. Pair topspins, slices, lobs and other familiar shots with new slide moves and defence-focused footwork.
Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties – 12th February
Walk the paths of two yakuza legends in Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties. Continue the story of Kazuma Kiryu on the bustling streets of Okinawa and Tokyo, and experience a brand new tale in the included separate game, Dark Ties.
Resident Evil Requiem – 27th February
A new era of survival horror is coming in Resident Evil Requiem. Prepare to escape death in a heart-stopping experience that will chill you to your core, featuring a story with rich characters and gameplay that’s more immersive than ever before.
A Resident Evil Requiem-themed Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller will also launch alongside the game.
Pokémon Pokopia – 5th March
Play as a Ditto to shape an empty land into a beautiful home for a variety of Pokémon in Pokémon Pokopia. Collect supplies, build furniture, grow vegetables, create homes for the Pokémon you meet, and more.
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection – 13th March
The natural world teeters on the verge of destruction, with countless monster species facing extinction. A Rider and their trusted Rathalos, buffeted by the winds of fate, set out on a journey for the truth in Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection.
007 First Light – 27th March
Follow James Bond as a young, resourceful and sometimes reckless recruit in MI6’s training program, and discover an origin story of the world’s most famous spy in 007 First Light.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream – Autumn 2026
On a small island floating in the sea, Mii characters live their own carefree lives in Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. You’re in charge of this island, so help your Mii characters enjoy their island life, solve problems, watch them interact, cultivate their friendships and more.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park – Autumn 2026
More experiences are coming to the Flower Kingdom in Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park. Enjoy a variety of attractions in the Bellabel Park plaza that let you team up with (or work against) friends and family.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book – Autumn 2026
In Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, a peculiar talking book named Mr. E suddenly falls from the sky on the island where Yoshi lives. As Yoshi wanders through his pages, you’ll make all sorts of discoveries about the creatures you find in this page-turning, discovery-driven adventure!
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave – 2026
Behold the thrill of the Heroic Games! Discover an intertwining story of strength and steel in Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave, a brand new entry in the Fire Emblem series.
The Duskbloods – 2026
The moontears will flow for one and one alone in The Duskbloods, a brand new multiplayer title from the creators of DARK SOULS and ELDEN RING, FromSoftware, available exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2.
Orbitals – 2026
Explore a retro anime galaxy in Orbitals, an intergalactic co-op puzzle adventure coming exclusively to Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026!
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle – 2026
Uncover one of history’s greatest mysteries in a first-person, single-player adventure – Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Live the adventure as Indy in a thrilling story full of exploration, immersive action, and intriguing puzzles.
And that’s not all! There are even more games headed to Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch in 2026. Take a look at some more highlights below.
Please note: all the dates listed are accurate at the time of publication.