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As of 5 June, the Nintendo Switch 2 is officially out in the wild. That's right, launch day is here. And while stock for the console is still flickering in and out — and no, shaking trees in Animal Crossing won't help, you'll still need a good eye, quick fingers, and maybe a favour from Tom Nook — the games are a different story. All those launch day titles, once just pre-order promises, are now proper, playable, and ready to buy. So, while the console's drip-fed rollout continues, the real play is getting your library locked down. Because the games are already out there and up for grabs.
And not just any old titles. Nintendo's stacking the launch day deck with remastered classics, new exclusives, and a few surprise third-party entries you'd never have guessed would show up this early. Think Mario Kart World, Tears of the Kingdom: Switch 2 Edition, and Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, because nothing says "family-friendly" like cybernetic implants and moral collapse.
Whether you've already secured your Switch 2 (congratulations, no mean feat) or you're optimistically browsing while staring longingly at your inbox, here's every confirmed Switch 2 title available to buy now, plus a peek at what's coming next.
All-New First-Party Exclusives
1.
Mario Kart World
NintendoNintendo's biggest new exclusive is ready to take a victory lap on day one. Mario Kart World is the first-ever fully open-world entry in Nintendo's iconic racing series, and it's the Switch 2's crown jewel at launch. With sprawling cityscapes, chaotic weather zones, and a surprisingly deep single-player mode, this is the biggest shake-up to the series since blue shells. It's got local co-op, online play, and more karts than a Shy Guy garage sale. You can grab the physical edition solo or snag it as part of the official Switch 2 bundle. It's the must-have of the year, so either jump in or may Kamek curse your console with eternal stick drift.
2.
Donkey Kong Bananza
NintendoDonkey Kong barrels back with his first proper 3D outing since the N64 days, and Bananza goes full chest-thump. You're smashing through mines, ruins, and collapsible jungles in a platformer that's equal parts chaos and craftsmanship. There are ancient secrets, bananas with lore, and a villainous tech cult called VoidCo stirring up trouble. It's shaping up to be a heavyweight for DK loyalists and anyone still dreaming about Mario Odyssey's level design. It drops just over a month post-launch on 17 July, marking Nintendo's first major follow-up for the Switch 2.
Launch Day & Third-Party Titles
NintendoAn underrated classic, now in HD. Turn-based RPG fans can expect smoother menus, faster cutscenes, and all-new side quests, plus the same clever combat system that made the original a cult hit.
4.
Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition
Releases June 5
NintendoCDPR's sci-fi RPG hits the Switch 2 with everything. Base game, Phantom Liberty, and yes, it's all on the cart. No downloads, no waiting. Just plug into Night City.
5.
Hitman: World of Assassination - Signature Edition
NintendoEvery mission, every expansion, every disguise. Agent 47's full trilogy gets the deluxe treatment, with Mario/Luigi-themed bonus outfits if you pre-order. It's murder with a moustache.
NintendoPart farming sim, part fantasy RPG, now prettier than ever. There's also a Limited Edition with extra goodies and a £10 upgrade path if you already own the original Switch version.
7.
Sonic x Shadow Generations
NintendoOld-school Sonic meets moody Shadow in this expanded double-header. Pre-order bonuses include a journal, reversible cover, and a legacy skin that calls back to Sonic Adventure days.
8.
Split Fiction
NintendoA co-op narrative puzzler that lets two players explore storybook realms together, even if only one of you owns the game. The physical edition is a download code (in a box) not a cartridge.
9.
Street Fighter 6: Years 1-2 Fighters Edition
NintendoGet all the bruisers, past and future. This edition includes 8 new characters, multiple new stages, and enough DLC to keep you fighting until the next console cycle.
NintendoSame massive adventure, slicker visuals. And yes, there are new Amiibo: Tulin, Yunobo, Sidon, and Riju are joining your shelf (and your game). Breath of fresh Hyrule air.
11.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Switch 2 Edition
NintendoBack in Hyrule, but now in sharper detail. This upgraded version of the original game supports higher frame rates, a fresh map-notes companion app, and better textures across the board. DLC sold separately.
12.
Yakuza 0 Director's Cut
NintendoThe Switch debut of Yakuza 0 includes extra story scenes, a full English dub, and an online co-op mode called Red Light Raid. A caveat: the physical version uses a Game-Key Card, so you'll need to download it first.
Beyond Launch Day
13.
Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Souless Army
NintendoOne of Shin Megami Tensei's most stylish spin-offs, back with a facelift, voice acting, and added lore. The Launch Edition includes Raidou's signature glasses as a pre-order bonus.
Release date: 19 June, 2025
14.
Super Mario Party Jamboree + Jamboree TV – Switch 2 Edition
NintendoMore boards, sharper visuals, and mini-games that make full use of the new Joy-Con's mouse controls and optional camera. Likewise, GameShare support means your friends can jump in without needing their own copy.
Release date: 24 July, 2025
15.
No Sleep For Kaname Date
NintendoAI: The Somnium Files series returns with an abduction, aliens, and dream-diving detective work.
Release date: 25 July, 2025
16.
Madden NFL 26
NintendoExpect MUT's Cover Athlete Elite Player, coach upgrades, and a Super Star XP boost in Madden NFL 26. There's also a Deluxe Edition on the way.
Release date: 14 August, 2025
17.
Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar
NintendoFarm life gets a glow-up with sharper visuals and thoughtful tweaks. If you've already tilled the soil on the Switch 1, there's an upgrade path waiting. There's also a Premium Edition floating about, complete with a huggable sheep and an art book that smells like rainy Sundays and fresh-baked bread.
Release date: 27 August, 2025
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Kirby's post-apocalyptic picnic returns for seconds, because one end-of-days buffet just wasn't enough. This spruced-up edition bundles the full Forgotten Land quest with a shiny new side dish: the cosmic chaos of Star-Crossed World.
Release date: 28 August, 2025
19.
Star Wars Outlaws Gold Edition
NintendoThis scruffy, open-world scoundrel sim lets you step into the boots of Kay Vess, a lock-picking thief with a blaster, a conscience (sometimes), and a handy alien sidekick. The Gold Edition packs a Jabba the Hutt mission in both story expansions and enough cosmetics to make the Trailblazer feel less "borrowed".
Release date: 4 September, 2025
20.
Daemon x Machina: Titanic Scion
NintendoGiant mechs. Faction wars. Endless customisation. Titanic Scion cranks the Daemon x Machina formula up to eleven with full offline and online co-op. There's also a Limited Edition packed with extras for anyone who wants their mech warfare served with flight tags, an acrylic stand, and an art book worth saluting.
Release date: 5 September, 2025
21.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Switch 2 Edition
NintendoCalling all trainers. Return to Lumiose City this October and experience it in all its revamped glory. Battles run smoother in real-time, while the city's vibrant parks and arcades look sharper and more charming than ever.
Release date: 16 October, 2025
22.
Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake
NintendoWrapping classic quests in a fresh pixel-perfect glow that feels both ancient and new, the Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D remake serves up nostalgia that hits different. Like what the Link's Awakening remake did for fans of the original, the rolling 2D landscapes, character designs, and beautifully adorned interiors have never looked more magical.
Release date: 30 October, 2025
When does the Nintendo Switch 2 launch?
The Nintendo Switch 2 is available to BUY now, following its worldwide on 5th June, 2025. From that date, you can get your hands on the console, day-one games, and their shiny new lineup of accessories.
What about backwards compatibility?
For those who don't know, backwards compatibility means last year's best games and your old favourites will still run on the new console – no need to buy new versions. That said, while there are new versions (as above), Nintendo's made it clear: these won't just be more of the same. You can buy "Nintendo Switch 2 Editions" of games like Tears of the Kingdom, Breath of the Wild and Metroid Prime 4 for higher resolution and smoother frame rates, but others – like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza – are Switch 2 exclusives.
Equally, titles like Super Mario Party Jamboree and Kirby and the Forgotten Land are getting additional content (Jamboree TV, Star-Crossed World), including new game modes, features, and side quests. So, the perfect excuse for diehard Kirby fans to dive back in, or a greater jumping-in point if you're new to the game.
Here's the confirmed Switch 2 launch day line-up:
• Arcade Archives 2 Ridge Racer
• Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster
• Civilisation VII
• Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition
• Deltarune
• Fanatasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
• Fast Fusion
• Fortnite
• Hitman World of Assassination – Signature Edition
• Hogwarts Legacy
• Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess
• Mario Kart World
• Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour
• No Man's Sky – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
• Nobunaga's Ambition: Awakening Complete Edition
• Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S
• Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma
• Shine Post: Be Your Idol!
• Sonic X Shadow Generations
• Split Fiction
• Street Fighter 6
• Suikoden I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars
• Survival Kids
• The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
• The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
• Yakuza 0 Director's Cut
Post-launch, Donkey Kong Bananza swings in on 17th July, with Kirby Air Riders and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment coming later in 2025, while FromSoftware's The Duskbloods arrives in 2026.
Here's the confirmed list of post-launch titles so far:
• 007 First Light (TBA)
• AFL 26 (2025)
• Aurascope (TBA)
• Bestiario (TBA)
• Borderlands 4 (12 September, 2025)
• Castle of Heart: Retold (TBA)
• Cookie Clicker (TBA)
• Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion (5 September, 2025)
• Donkey Kong Bananza (17 July, 2025)
• Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake (30 October, 2025)
• The Duskbloods (2026)
• Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition (2025)
• Enter the Gungeon 2 (2026)
• Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade (TBA)
• FUR Squadron Phoenix (2025)
• Goodnight Universe (2025)
• Hades II (2025)
• Hollow Night: Silksong (2025)
• Human: Fall Flat 2 (TBA)
• Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment (Winter 2025)
• Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road (21 August, 2025)
• Kirby Air Rider (2025)
• Kirby and the Forgotten Land – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World (28 August 2025)
• The Legend of Dark Witch Episode 4: Thoughts Delivered (TBA)
• Madden NFL 26 (14 August, 2025)
• Marvel Cosmic Invasion (2025)
• Maseylia: Echoes of the Past (2026)
• Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (2025)
• Mouse Work (2025)
• My Time at Evershine (TBA)
• No Sleep for Kaname Date – From AI: The Somnium Files (25 July, 2025)
• Obakeidoro 2: Chase & Seek (2025)
• Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (16 October, 2025)
• PowerWash Simulator 2 (TBA)
• Professor Layton and The New World of Steam (2025)
• Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army (19 June, 2025)
• Reanimal (2025)
• Shadow Labyrinth – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (18 July, 2025)
• Spine (TBA)
• Star Wars Outlaws (4 September, 2025)
• Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions (2026)
• Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (27 August, 2025)
• Super Mario Party Jamboree – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV (24 July, 2025)
• Tamagotchi Plaza – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (27 June, 2025)
• Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 (11 July, 2025)
• Two Point Museum (2025)
• Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O (TBA)
• Wild Hearts S (25 July, 2025)
• Witchbrook (2025)
• Ys X: Proud Nordics (31 July, 2025)
• Yooka-Replaylee (2025)
Can the Nintendo Switch 2 share games?
Yes, the Nintendo Switch 2 system can share compatible games with another Switch 2 or Switch gamer.
If I have two Switch 2 consoles do I need to buy two copies of the same game?
You can share digital games across more than one account, but to play the same game, at the same time, across more than one console you'll need to buy more than one copy.
What accessories are available for the Switch 2?
While you're here, now's a great time to lock in some key Nintendo Switch 2 accessories. The Joy-Con 2 Wheel Pair levels up your Mario tournaments, while the Pro Controller offers comfort, mappable buttons, and GameChat support. The all-new Switch 2 Camera takes co-op mayhem to new heights, while the Carry Case (complete with screen protector) is a must for keeping things safe on the go. For more, including top third-party picks, check out our full Nintendo Switch 2 accessories guide.
What is the most bought game on the Switch?
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the best-selling Nintendo Switch game. No surprise then that, other than the Switch 2 console-only deal, the other main Switch 2 option comes with a download code for Mario Kart World.
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