The Nintendo Switch has truly carved out its own niche in the gaming world, showing that sheer power isn’t always the ultimate factor for console success. With an enticing mix of Nintendo’s beloved first-party classics, a healthy selection of top-tier third-party games, and an abundance of indie titles, the Switch’s library has blossomed into something that stands toe-to-toe with other gaming platforms both in quality and quantity.
Titles like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Odyssey have already cemented themselves as some of the finest games from the past ten years. Yet, the potential for new masterpieces remains high. Nintendo had impressive releases in 2022 and 2023, with standout exclusives like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Metroid Prime Remastered, Pikmin 4, Super Mario Wonder, and Advance Wars 1 + 2: Re-Boot Camp. Moving into 2024, there’s plenty to look forward to, with anticipated titles featuring fan-favorites like Princess Peach and Zelda.
As we gear up for what’s coming in 2024 and beyond on the Nintendo Switch, it’s worth keeping an eye on the release calendar, particularly focusing on North American dates. Here’s a breakdown of the major upcoming games scheduled.
December 2024 might not be brimming with blockbusters, but Nintendo Switch users have a few exciting releases to anticipate. While the pace slows post mid-month, remasters of the Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver series and Fairy Tail 2 promise to attract attention, alongside Square Enix’s Fantasia Neo Dimension.
Looking into the start of 2025, January isn’t typically known for a flurry of releases, but this time around, it offers a surprisingly robust selection. From RPGs to platformers, there’s something here for everyone. Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is a standout, bringing back the acclaimed 2010 platformer with a fresh coat of paint for Switch fans.
February 2025, while lacking some big-name third-party outings for Switch, still offers gems like Civilization 7, which, if optimized well, could easily monopolize months of gameplay. Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered is another intriguing release, revisiting some of Lara Croft’s less famous adventures potentially with much-needed updates.
March 2025 keeps the momentum with a strong presence of JRPGs. Xenoblade Chronicles X is set to re-emerge with new story bits, and Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remaster should appeal to fans of the genre. Also, for anyone interested in alternative gaming experiences, Tales of the Shire promises a delightful slice-of-life setting in the Lord of the Rings universe.
April 2025 is still in the early planning stages, though Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time seems likely to land this month, bringing another engaging life simulation to the Switch.
As we look at the year ahead, several Switch titles are slated for release but without pinned-down dates. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is poised to be 2025’s crowning glory, and Little Nightmares 3 is set to enrich the platform-horror niche with co-op gameplay.
Finally, beyond 2025, the Nintendo Switch still has some significant titles waiting to make their debut, with iconic games like Pokemon Legends: Z-A and Hollow Knight: Silksong on the horizon. Whether they drop in 2025 or later remains to be seen, but rest assured, the anticipation is palpable.
