Nintendo Switch 2: All Announced Games, Exclusives, and Launch Titles

Strong Exclusive Launch:: The Switch 2 boasts several exclusive launch titles, including *Mario Kart World* with an open-world twist and the FromSoftware multiplayer title *The Duskbloods* (coming 2026).

Enhanced Switch 1 Titles:: Several popular Switch games like *The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom* and *Metroid Prime 4 Beyond* are receiving 'Nintendo Switch 2 Edition' upgrades, leveraging the new hardware.

GameCube Classics Return:: Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscribers gain access to GameCube titles like *The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker* and *F-Zero GX* from launch day.

Major Third-Party Support:: Highly anticipated titles and established franchises such as *Elden Ring (Tarnished Edition)*, *Hades 2*, *Street Fighter 6*, *Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition*, and *Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade* are confirmed for Switch 2.

Why this matters:: This diverse lineup, blending brand new exclusives, upgraded fan favorites, and significant third-party ports, signals Nintendo's strong commitment to providing a wide variety of experiences early in the Switch 2's lifecycle, aiming to attract both existing fans and new players.

Mario Kart World: A launch title featuring an open-world design connecting courses.

Drag x Drive: A unique 3v3 wheelchair basketball game using Joy-Con controls (Summer 2025).

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment: A prequel story to *Tears of the Kingdom* (2025).

The Duskbloods: A multiplayer exclusive developed by FromSoftware (2026).

Kirby Air Riders: A sequel to the GameCube title (2025).

Donkey Kong Banaza: A 3D platformer arriving shortly after launch (July 17th).

Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour: A paid title showcasing new hardware features like mouse-like controls.

Switch 2 Editions: Patched versions of titles like *Super Mario Party Jamboree*, *Zelda: Breath of the Wild*, *Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom*, *Kirby and the Forgotten Land*, *Metroid Prime 4 Beyond*, *Pokémon Legends ZA*, *Civilization 7*, and more offer enhancements. These are available as upgrades or standalone purchases.

GameCube Classics (NSO+): Launch day access includes *The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker*, *Soulcalibur 2*, and *F-Zero GX*.

Confirmed from Direct: *Elden Ring (Tarnished Edition)*, *Hades 2*, *Street Fighter 6*, *Daemon x Machina: Titanic Scion*, *Split Fiction*, *Madden NFL*, *EA Sports FC*, *WWE2k*, *NBA2K*, *Hogwarts Legacy* (with new controls), *Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4*, *Hitman: World of Assassination*, *Project 007*, *Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster*, *Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut*, *Deltarune Chapters 1-4*, *Borderlands 4*, *Survival Kids*, *Enter the Gungeon 2*, *Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions*, *Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition*, *Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade*, *Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess*, *Hollow Knight: Silksong*, *Two Point Museum*, *Wild Hearts S*, *Witchbrook*, *Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S*, *Marvel Cosmic Invasion*, *Star Wars Outlaws*, *Fortnite*, and many more spanning various genres and release windows (launch day through 2026).

Previously Confirmed: Indie titles like *Bestiario*, *Fur Squadron Phoenix*, *My Time at Evershine*, *Synth Beasts*, and the remaster *Yooka-Replaylee* are also targeting the Switch successor.

The Nintendo Switch 2 is launching with a compelling mix of brand new exclusives, enhanced versions of popular Switch titles, and strong third-party support from day one.

Whether you enjoy classic Nintendo franchises, action RPGs, indie gems, or sports titles, the announced lineup offers something for nearly everyone.

Keep an eye on release dates, as games are spread across the launch window, Summer 2025, and into 2026.

All Nintendo Switch 2 games announced so far, including exclusive games | Polygon

Nintendo Switch 2 - Official Partner Spotlight Part 1 Trailer | Nintendo Switch 2 Direct - IGN

Elden Ring is coming to Switch 2 | Eurogamer.net