Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Games (2025–2026): Full Release Schedule & New Announcements

Launched in June 2025, the Nintendo Switch 2 is still in its early days, but its library of games is already shaping up to be exciting. While the release calendar isn’t packed yet—typical for a new console—Nintendo is steadily adding big-name titles and fan-favorite franchises.

From Metroid Prime 4 and Pokemon Legends: Z-A to returning classics like Super Mario Galaxy and Dragon Quest Remakes, Switch 2 players have a lot to look forward to in the next year.

This guide breaks down all the confirmed Nintendo Switch 2 games for 2025 and 2026, including exact release dates where available. Note: we’re focusing on North American releases, so Japan-only titles are excluded unless they’re confirmed for the West.

Nintendo Switch 2 Games in September 2025

September brings a strong mix of indies, RPGs, and sports titles. Hollow Knight: Silksong finally launched, living up to years of hype. Fans of sci-fi, horror, and sports will also find plenty to enjoy.

Key Releases:

• September 4: Hollow Knight: Silksong, Star Wars Outlaws
• September 5: Cronos: The New Dawn, Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion, NBA 2K26
• September 12: Donkey Kong Bananza: DK Island and Emerald Rush, Lynked: Banner of the Spark, Storm Lancers
• September 15: LEGO Voyagers
• September 19: Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter
• September 25: Hades 2, Mai: Child of Ages, The Touryst: Deluxe
• September 26: EA Sports FC 26, Pac-Man World Re-Pac 2
• September 30: Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles (Multi-platform, including Switch 2)

Nintendo Switch 2 Games in October 2025

October looks like a JRPG-heavy month with massive releases. The spotlight is on Pokemon Legends: Z-A, while remakes and ports expand the lineup.

Key Releases:

• October 2: Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2
• October 3: Borderlands 4, Castle of Heart: Retold
• October 9: Yooka-Replaylee
• October 10: Disgaea 7 Complete, Little Nightmares: Enhanced Edition, Little Nightmares 3
• October 14: Just Dance 2026 Edition
• October 15: BALL x PIT
• October 16: Pokemon Legends: Z-A
• October 23: Full Metal Schoolgirl, Persona 3 Reload, Plants vs Zombies: Replanted
• October 28: Two Point Museum
• October 30: Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake, Majogami, Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection
• October 31: Mina the Hollower

Nintendo Switch 2 Games in November 2025

November is stacked with action, RPGs, and exclusives. The long-awaited Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment and Kirby Air Riders headline the lineup.

Key Releases:

• November (TBA): Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP
• November 6: Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment
• November 11: Goodnight Universe
• November 13: Atelier Ryza Secret Trilogy Deluxe Pack, Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road, Yakuza Kiwami, Yakuza Kiwami 2
• November 14: Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero
• November 18: SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide
• November 20: Kirby Air Riders

Nintendo Switch 2 Games in December 2025

December may have fewer games, but the titles are huge. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond finally lands, alongside a new entry in the Octopath Traveler series.

Key Releases:

• December 4: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Octopath Traveler 0

Other 2025 Nintendo Switch 2 Games (No Date Yet)

A handful of games are confirmed for 2025 but don’t have release dates. Expect these to fill in the calendar or slide into 2026.

Highlights:

• Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition
• Professor Layton and the New World of Steam
• The Rogue Prince of Persia
• Marvel Cosmic Invasion
• Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
• Witchbrook
• Stardew Valley (Switch 2 Edition)
• Ultimate Sheep Raccoon

Nintendo Switch 2 Games in 2026 (Confirmed & Announced)

2026 is looking even bigger, with Nintendo and third-party studios lining up blockbusters. From Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade to Resident Evil Village Gold Edition and Monster Hunter Stories 3, the year could define the Switch 2’s future.

Confirmed 2026 Releases:

• January 15: The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon
• January 22: Dynasty Warriors: Origins, Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade
• February 5: Dragon Quest VII Reimagined
• February 12: Mario Tennis Fever
• February 27: Resident Evil 7: Gold Edition, Resident Evil Requiem, Resident Evil Village Gold Edition
• March 13: Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection
• March 27: 007 First Light

Other Announced Titles: Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave, The Duskbloods, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, Suika Game Planet, Pokemon Pokopia, PowerWash Simulator 2, and more.

The Nintendo Switch 2’s lineup for 2025–2026 proves that while the console is still young, the future is very bright. Whether you’re into JRPGs, action adventures, horror, or party games, there’s something for everyone on the horizon.

Keep an eye on Nintendo Directs for more announcements, as this schedule is likely to keep expanding.