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• Major 2025 Nintendo Switch Games With No Release Dates Or Post-April 2025 Dates

• Major Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games With No Release Year

The Nintendo Switch has captured the hearts of gamers worldwide, proving that innovation and a diverse game library can outshine mere technical prowess. With an impressive array of first-party titles from Nintendo, alongside a robust selection of triple-A third-party games and an endless stream of indie gems, the Switch boasts a library that rivals any other gaming platform in both quality and quantity.

Iconic titles like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Odyssey, both released during the Switch's debut year, have solidified their places as some of the greatest games of the past decade. Yet, the potential for even greater experiences remains, as evidenced by the exceptional 2023 lineup featuring The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Metroid Prime Remastered, Pikmin 4, Super Mario Wonder, and Advance Wars 1 + 2: Re-Boot Camp. The year 2024 continued this trend with exciting exclusives centered around beloved characters like Princess Peach and Zelda, and even two RPGs starring Mario.

Looking ahead, 2025 promises a thrilling array of titles for Nintendo Switch enthusiasts. Below, we explore the major releases expected throughout the year, focusing on North American release dates.

Updated January 9, 2025 by Mark Sammut: New additions to the upcoming Nintendo Switch games include Agatha Christine: Death On The Nile, The Golden Eagle, Windborn: Journey to the South, The Fox's Way Home, Beyond Memories - Darkness of the Soul, Still Joking: Visual Novel, Valhalla Mountain, Neratte! Wanage, Godsvivors, Shadows of Steam, The Last Light, Starlair, The Tale of Bistun, Shalnor: Silverwind Saga, Seifuku Kanojo 1 + 2 + Mayoigo Set, Infernitos, Superstore, Vermitron, Jumping Ninja, Eldrador Creatures Shadowfall, and Space Battle.

January 2025 Nintendo Switch Games

Donkey Kong Country, Tales, & More

January 2025 is shaping up to be an unusually robust month for Nintendo Switch, offering a diverse range of genres from RPGs and platformers to Metroidvanias and even a Star Wars title. Fans of action JRPGs should mark their calendars for Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana and Tales of Graces f Remastered, both revered entries in their respective franchises. While these are remasters, their modern polish ensures a delightful gaming experience, particularly with Tales of Graces f's beloved combat system.

The crown jewel of January 2025 is undoubtedly Donkey Kong Country Returns HD, a stunning re-release of the 2010 classic originally launched on the Nintendo Wii. While the revamp may not introduce significant new features, the core gameplay remains as engaging and challenging as ever.

• January 1: The Legend of Cyber Cowboy (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• January 1: Life or Reach (Switch)
• January 2: Neptunia Riders VS Dogoos (PS5, PS4, Switch)
• January 3: Parking Tycoon: Business Simulator (Switch)
• January 4: Critical Strike Shooter: SWAT Rescue Missions (Switch)
• January 7: Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana (PS5, PS4, Switch)
• January 8: Rivenaar's Grove (Switch)
• January 9: Crowd Run (PS5, PS4, Switch)
• January 9: The Fox's Way Home (Switch)
• January 9: The Golden Eagle (Switch)
• January 9: Gravity Escape (Switch)
• January 9: Kosmo Skirmish (Switch)
• January 9: Windborn: Journey to the South (Switch)
• January 10: Battle Royal - Battlegrounds Call (Switch)
• January 10: Beyond Memories - Darkness of the Soul (Switch)
• January 10: Boti: Byteland Overclocked (Switch)
• January 10: Chained Climb Together (Switch)
• January 10: Freedom Wars Remastered (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch)
• January 10: Super Onion Boy+ (Switch)
• January 14: Still Joking: Visual Novel (Switch)
• January 15: Runny Bunny (Switch)
• January 16: Backrooms Inside the Escape (Switch)
• January 16: Blade Chimera (PC, Switch)
• January 16: Donkey Kong Country Returns HD (Switch)
• January 16: DreadOut: Remastered Collection (PS5, Switch)
• January 16: Godsvivors (Switch)
• January 16: Hynpytol (Switch)
• January 16: The Last Light (Switch)
• January 16: Neratte! Wanage (Switch)
• January 16: Professor Doctor Jetpack (Switch)
• January 16: Shadows of Steam (Switch)
• January 16: Starlair (Switch)
• January 16: Things Too Ugly (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• January 16: Trading Card Shop Simulator (Switch)
• January 16: Ultimate Rock Climbing Challenge (Switch)
• January 16: Valhalla Mountain (Switch)
• January 16: YOBARAI Detective: Miasma Breaker (Switch)
• January 17: Final Zone (Switch)
• January 17: Tales of Graces f Remastered (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S)
• January 18: Isolation Instinct: Farming, Craft, Survival (Switch)
• January 21: The Tale of Bistun (Switch)
• January 22: ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist (PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• January 22: Shalnor: Silverwind Saga (Switch)
• January 23: Dance of Cards (Switch)
• January 23: The Exit Project: Backstreets (Switch)
• January 23: Freddy Farmer (Switch)
• January 23: Guilty Gear -Strive- Nintendo Switch Edition (Switch)
• January 23: Gravitators (Switch)
• January 23: Infernitos (Switch)
• January 23: Ravenswatch (Switch)
• January 23: Save The Doge (Switch)
• January 23: Seifuku Kanojo 1 + 2 + Mayoigo Set (Switch)
• January 23: Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles Remaster (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• January 23: Superstore (Switch)
• January 23: Sweet Cafe Collection ~Chocolat Parfait Sucre~ (Switch)
• January 23: Sword of the Necromancer: Resurrection (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• January 24: Vermitron (Switch)
• January 28: Cuisineer (Switch)
• January 28: The Stone of Madness (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
• January 28: Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• January 30: Cardfight!! Vanguard Dear Days 2 (PC, Switch)
• January 30: Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero (PC, PS5, PS4, XBX/S)
• January 31: Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
• January 31: ReSetna (PC, PS5, Switch)

February 2025 Nintendo Switch Games

Civilization, Tomb Raider, & More

While February 2025's lineup for the Nintendo Switch may not match the volume of releases on other platforms like the PS5, Xbox Series X, or PC, it still offers several intriguing titles. The highlight of the month is undoubtedly Sid Meier's Civilization 7, a monumental 4X strategy game from Firaxis. If it performs well on the Switch's hardware, it could provide countless hours of strategic enjoyment, building on the legacy of its predecessor, Civilization 6.

Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered also warrants attention, featuring three of Lara Croft's less-celebrated adventures. Notably, Tomb Raider: The Angel of Darkness is included, a game that requires significant updates to be fully enjoyable.

• February 2025: Morsels (Switch)
• February 2025: On Your Trail (Switch)
• February 4: Rogue Waters (Switch)
• February 6: Jumping Ninja (Switch)
• February 6: Moons Of Darsalon (Switch)
• February 11: Sid Meier's Civilization 7 (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• February 13: Hyperdevotion Noire: Goddess Black Heart (Switch)
• February 13: Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• February 13: SIMPLE Series for Nintendo Switch Vol.4 THE Misshitsu kara no Dasshutsu Yo ni mo Kimyou na Yottsu no Hanashi (Switch)
• February 13: Slime Heroes (PC, Switch, XBX/S)
• February 13: Urban Myth Dissolution Center (PC, PS5, Switch)
• February 14: Afterlove EP (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
• February 14: Date Everything (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
• February 14: Kaleidoscope of Phantom Prison II (Switch)
• February 14: The Legend of Heroes: Trails through Daybreak 2 (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch)
• February 14: Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• February 19: Cosmic Fantasy Memorial Collection (PC)
• February 20: Godzilla Voxel Wars (Switch)
• February 20: Marron's Day (Switch)
• February 20: Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch)
• February 21: Secret Neighbor and Hello Engineer - The Neighborhood Bundle (Switch)
• February 27: Cladun X3 (PS5, PS4, Switch)
• February 27: Freddy Farmer (Switch)
• February 27: Kemco RPG Select Vol. 1 (Switch)
• February 27: Re;quartz Reido (Switch)
• February 27: Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection (PC, Switch)
• February 28: OMEGA 6: The Triangle Stars (PC, Switch)

March 2025 Nintendo Switch Games

Xenoblade Chronicles X, Suikoden, & More

March 2025 promises to continue the momentum from the previous months, featuring a strong lineup highlighted by a highly anticipated JRPG exclusive. Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition introduces new story elements, enhancing an already beloved spin-off known for its action-packed combat.

The month is dominated by JRPGs, with Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remaster offering a nostalgic yet fresh experience for fans of the classic series. For those seeking something new, Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land promises to revamp the franchise's combat system. Additionally, Tales of the Shire: A Lord of The Rings Game offers a unique slice of life simulation set in the beloved Middle-earth universe.

• March 2025: Football Manager 25 Touch (Switch)
• March 4: Carmen Sandiego (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• March 6: Eldrador Creatures Shadowfall (PC, Switch)
• March 6: Ever 17 - The Out of Infinity (PC, PS4, Switch)
• March 6: MainFrames (PC, Switch)
• March 6: Morkull Ragast's Rage (Switch)
• March 6: Never 7 - The End of Infinity (PC, PS4, Switch)
• March 6: Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remaster (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• March 10: Warside (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• March 11: Maliki: Poison Of The Past (PC, Switch)
• March 13: Beyond The Ice Palace 2 (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• March 20: Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition (Switch)
• March 21: Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S)
• March 21: The Courier (Switch)
• March 25: Tales of the Shire: A Lord of The Rings Game (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S)
• March 27: Bubble Ghost Remake (Switch)
• March 27: Care Bears: Unlock the Magic (PS5, PS4, Switch)
• March 27: Gal Guardians: Servants of the Dark (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S)
• March 27: Winning Post 10 2025 (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch)
• March 31: Bullet Hell Collection: Volume 1 (Switch)

April 2025 Nintendo Switch Games

Fantasy Life i & More

As of early 2025, April's lineup for the Nintendo Switch is still taking shape, but it already boasts some exciting prospects. Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time is a standout title from Level-5, known for their high-quality productions. Mandragora, a 2D side-scrolling Soulslike, promises challenging gameplay, while Poppy's Playtime Triple Pack brings a popular horror experience to the Switch.

• April 2025: Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time (Switch)
• April 1: Space Battle (Switch)
• April 3: Poppy's Playtime Triple Pack (Switch)
• April 8: Battlefield Waltz (Switch)
• April 9: All in Abyss: Judge the Fake (PC, PS5, Switch)
• April 10: ACA NEOGEO Selection Vol. 3 (Switch)
• April 10: ACA NEOGEO Selection Vol. 4 (Switch)
• April 10: Star Overdrive (Switch)
• April 17: Mandragora (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
• April 24: 100 in 1 Game Collection (Switch)
• April 24: Atama (Switch)
• April 24: The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy (PC, Switch)
• April 24: Utawarerumono: Mask of Deception (Switch)
• April 24: Utawarerumono: Mask of Truth (Switch)
• April 24: Utawarerumono: Prelude to the Fallen (Switch)
• April 24: Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)

Major 2025 Nintendo Switch Games With No Release Dates Or Post-April 2025 Dates

Metroid Prime, Little Nightmares, & More

With much of 2025 still uncharted, several anticipated Nintendo Switch games have been announced but lack specific release dates. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond stands out as potentially the year's biggest release, possibly even eclipsing other console titles. Little Nightmares 3 introduces cooperative gameplay to its eerie platforming series, while The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky the 1st and Mouse: PI For Hire also promise engaging experiences.

• May 29, 2025: Sonic Wings Reunion (Switch)
• 7'scarlet (Switch)
• Agatha Christine: Death On The Nile (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
• Automate It (PC, Switch)
• Big Helmet Heroes (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
• Biped 2 (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• Bittersweet Birthday (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
• Bye Sweet Carole (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• Calico: Neat Things (Switch)
• Capcom Fighting Collection 2 (PC, PS4, Switch)
• Coffee Talk Tokyo (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
• Demonschool (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• Despelote (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• Earnest Evans Collection (Switch)
• Ed & Edda: Grand Prix - Racing Champions (PC, Switch)
• Elements Destiny (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
• Everdeep Aurora (PC, Switch)
• Fatal Run 2089 (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
• Fate/EXTRA Record (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch)
• Fomography (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
• Hello Kitty Island Adventure (PC, Switch)
• Hunter X Hunter: Nen Impact (PC, PS5, Switch)
• INAYAH: Life After Gods (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky the 1st (Switch)
• Little Nightmares 3 (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• Metroid Prime 4: Beyond (Switch)
• MIO: Memories in Orbit (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• Morsels (PC, PS5, Switch)
• Moth Kubit (Switch)
• Mouse: PI For Hire (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• No Longer Human (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch)
• Old Skies (Switch)
• The Red Bell's Lament (Switch)
• Rendering Ranger: R2 [Rewind] (Switch)
• Romancing SaGa: Minstrel Song Remastered International (PS5, PS4, Switch)
• R-Type Tactics I & II Cosmos (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
• Ruffy and the Riverside (PC, Switch)
• Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma (PC, Switch)
• Shovel Knight: Shovel of Hope DX (Switch)
• Space Adventure Cobra - The Awakening (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• Sulfur (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• Terrifier: The ARTcade Game (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
• ToHeart (Switch)
• XOut: Resurfaced (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
• Yes, Your Grace: Snowfall (PC, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• The Zebra-Man! (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)

Major Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games With No Release Year

Pokemon Legends & More

As the Nintendo Switch approaches the end of its lifecycle, several exciting games have been announced without specific release years. Pokemon Legends: Z-A and Hollow Knight: Silksong are among the most eagerly awaited, promising to be major events whenever they do launch.

• Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night Sequel (Platforms TBA)
• Buramato (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• Captain Blood (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• Cattle Country (PS5, Switch)
• Croc: Legend of the Gobbos Remastered (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• Demon Throttle (Switch)
• The Eternal Life of Goldman (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
• Farlands (PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• Front Mission 3 (Switch)
• The Gecko Gods (Switch)
• Gex Trilogy (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S)
• Hollow Knight: Silksong (PC, Switch)
• Holy Horror Mansion (Switch)
• The Hundred Line -Last Defense Academy- (Switch)
• Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch)
• Iron Corbo: Kung Fu Janitor (Switch)
• Kage: Shadow of The Ninja (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• King of Meat (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
• Kitsune Tails (PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• The Knightling (Switch)
• Lethal Honor: Order of the Apocalypse (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• Little Devil Inside (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBO)
• Lunar Remastered Collection (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• Monolith: Requiem of the Ancients (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• Montezuma's Revenge - 40th Anniversary Edition (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• Odencat’s Paradise Collection (PS5, PS4, Switch)
• Paraside: Duality Unbound (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S)
• Pixelshire (PC, PS5, Switch)
• Pokemon Legends: Z-A (Switch)
• Professor Layton and The New World of Steam (Switch)
• Retro Game Challenge 1 + 2 Replay (Switch)
• SacriFire (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• She Dreams Elsewhere (Switch)
• Silt (PC, Switch)
• Simon The Sorcerer Origins (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• New Skate Game (Platforms TBA)
• Sonic Racing CrossWorlds (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• Spindle (PC, Switch)
• Spy Drops (PC, Switch)
• Threads of Time (Switch)
• Tron: Catalyst (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
• XEL (PC, Switch)