The Nintendo Switch is one of the most popular consoles Nintendo has ever produced, with a wide variety of games to choose from and plenty of unique features. We’ve already gotten to play new entries across the Zelda, Super Mario, and Pokémon series on Nintendo Switch, but there are still plenty of great games on the way for the hybrid console. These include exclusive games developed internally by Nintendo, as well as third-party titles and ports also available on other platforms.
There are lots of games to look forward to on the platform. These are the best upcoming Nintendo Switch games for 2023 and beyond. Of course, some titles without release windows could skip the Switch entirely and wind up on Nintendo’s next-gen console.
Confirmed 2023 releases
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Platforms PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch
Genre Platform, Role-playing (RPG), Strategy
Developer Capcom
Publisher Capcom
Release April 14, 2023
Mega Man fans are getting the opportunity of a lifetime this spring — all 10 mainline Mega Man Battle Network games are being released in a massive bundle on PC. Say goodbye to tracking down ROMs for your emulator and snag these classics to add to your collection.
Platforms PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Genre Strategy, Arcade
Developer Mojang Studios, Blackbird Interactive
Publisher Xbox Game Studios
Release April 18, 2023
The next game in the Minecraft universe will launch in 2023, but this one might be a bit different than you’d expect. Minecraft Legends is a strategy game that aims to encapsulate similar RTS adventures such as StarCraft. It’s still unclear how it will play exactly, but we do know it’ll focus on story, with an emphasis on large-scale battles. Despite Mojang being owned by Microsoft, Minecraft Legends will come to all major platforms, including Nintendo Switch.
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Platforms Nintendo Switch
Genre Real Time Strategy (RTS), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS)
Developer WayForward
Publisher Nintendo
Release April 21, 2023
Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp finally has a solid release date after being delayed multiple times. This reboot features two campaigns that cover the events of Advance Wars and Advance Wars 2: Black Hole Rising — you’ll command an army in strategic, turn-based combat as a tactical adviser for the Orange Star Army.
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Platforms Nintendo Switch
Genre Role-playing (RPG), Adventure
Publisher Nintendo
Release May 12, 2023
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild has been heralded as the best game of the generation and possibly the best Legend of Zelda game of all time. It comes as no surprise that Nintendo wanted to create a direct sequel, though just what form that will take remains unclear. A teaser trailer released at E3 2019 suggests that Zelda could be playable along with Link, and the world seems to be suffering from another calamity despite the destruction of Ganon. At E3 2021, Nintendo showed off more of this game, still referring to it as “the sequel to Breath of the Wild.” The open-world design still remains, but players will now be able to venture to the skies above, similar to Skyward Sword. Finally, during the September 2022 Nintendo Direct, the sequel received a title, and it’s called Tears of the Kingdom. It’s gearing up for a May 2023 release after many years in development.
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Platforms PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Genre Racing, Adventure, Arcade
Developer Visual Concepts
Publisher 2K Games
Release May 19, 2023
Lego 2K Drive is the first entry in a multi-title partnership between Visual Concepts, 2K Games, and The Lego Group. Blending the simplicity of Legos with the complexity of driving simulators, this game is going to be a blast for younger casual players and racing veterans alike.
Platforms PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Genre Platform, Adventure
Developer Sega
Publisher Sega
Release June 23, 2023
Get ready Sonic fans — you’ll soon be able to play all of your favorite hedgehog classics in one place on Switch. The Sonic Origins Plus collection will feature 16 legendary Sonic titles including 12 game gear games, new playable characters, modes, challenges, behind-the-scenes content, and more.
Platforms Nintendo Switch
Genre Real Time Strategy (RTS), Strategy, Adventure
Developer Nintendo
Publisher Nintendo
Release July 21, 2023
Captain Olimar is finally back in the fourth installment of Nintendo’s adorable survival series. Pikmin 4, like every other game in the series, is expected to masterfully mix real-time strategy and puzzle elements into a lovely little space adventure. We still don’t know a lot about the plot of Pikmin 4, but it has been confirmed in trailers that there will be a new ice-type Pikmin and a cute dog-like companion to help the captain this time around.
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Platforms PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5
Genre Role-playing (RPG), Turn-based strategy (TBS), Adventure, Indie
Developer Sabotage
Publisher Sabotage
Release August 29, 2023
Sea of Stars is a turn-based RPG that aims to blends just the right amount of traditional and modern gameplay. A prequel story set in the same universe as The Messenger, Sea of Stars is the story of two Children of the Solstice who will combine the powers of the sun and moon to perform Eclipse Magic, the only force capable of fending off the monstrous creations of the evil alchemist known as The Fleshmancer.
Possible 2023 releases
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Platforms PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Genre Adventure
Developer Daedalic Entertainment
Publisher Nacon, Daedalic Entertainment
Release May 25, 2023
The Lord of the Rings: Gollum will tell the tale of Middle-earth’s favorite trickster (and most cursed hobbit) as he evades capture and deals with his split personalities during his hunt for the One Ring. After several years in limbo, the new LOTR title is set to launch on most consoles in May — unfortunately, Switch users will have to wait a while longer.
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Platforms Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Nintendo Switch
Genre Platform, Adventure, Indie
Developer Team Cherry
Publisher Team Cherry
One of 2017’s absolute best games is getting a sequel in Hollow Knight: Silksong, and it’s headed to Nintendo Switch sometime in the future. It will take the stunning visuals, Metroidvania gameplay, and atmosphere of the original Hollow Knight and put you in the shoes (do these creatures wear shoes?) of Hornet, a princess who is tasked with protecting Hallownest. Silksong was announced last year, and we haven’t gotten much of an update on its development, but hopefully, we won’t have to wait much longer. If it’s half as good as the original, we’re all in for a treat.
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Platforms PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation Portable, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S
Genre Role-playing (RPG), Visual Novel
Developer Atlus
Publisher Ghostlight Ltd., Atlus, Atlus USA
Release November 01, 2009
Along with the news that Persona 5 Royal will come to Switch, Atlus also announced that Persona 3 Portable will come to the handheld hybrid platform in 2023 on an undisclosed date. This is the definitive version of Persona 3, which first came to PS2 before launching on PSP in 2010. This is arguably the game that put Persona on the map, redefining features from previous installments and paving the way for what would become one of the most beloved JRPGs of all time.
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Platforms PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation Vita, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S
Genre Role-playing (RPG), Simulator, Adventure, Visual Novel
Developer Atlus
Publisher NIS America, Atlus, Atlus USA
Release June 15, 2012
The trifecta of Persona games will include the fourth installment, which will come to Switch sometime in 2023. Persona 4 Golden is an expanded version of the fourth game in the series, which first came to the PS2 before debuting on the PS Vita in 2012. This game is known for streamlining the series’ mechanics, as well as an approachable cast of characters, story, and gameplay loop. Although Persona 3 was a turning point for the series, Persona 4 Golden is often regarded as the most popular, at least at the time. Thankfully, players will get to experience this excellent JRPG on Nintendo Switch next year.
Platforms PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Genre Simulator, Indie
Developer SMG Studio, DEVM Games
Publisher Team17
Release December 31, 2023
The hit co-op game Moving Out should be getting a sequel this year. We don’t know much about it yet, but we know it’ll be a blast. There are also rumors that the sequel should support online multiplayer cross-platform suppor.
Platforms PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Genre Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Tactical
Developer Firaxis Games
Publisher 2K
Release December 31, 2022
Hailing from developer Firaxis, the team behind XCOM, Marvel’s Midnight Suns is a turn-based tactical RPG. It will feature similar gameplay as the XCOM series, but with a few twists and turns that keep it separate from them. In it, you play as a new hero called The Hunter, who can be customized to your liking. But you can still fight alongside your favorite Marvel heroes, including Wolverine, Ghost Rider, and Iron Man. Best of all, it’s coming to Nintendo Switch, meaning you’ll be able to play it on the big screen or on the go. A version of this title launched on December 2 for other consoles and PC, but the Switch edition still doesn’t have a release date. We’re hoping it hits in 2023.
Games with no release window
Platforms Nintendo Switch
Genre Shooter
Developer Retro Studios, Nintendo
Publisher Nintendo
Since we’re on the topic of games we know nothing about, word of Metroid Prime 4 got out several years ago at an E3 Nintendo Direct presentation, but we haven’t heard anything from Nintendo since. Supposedly, the game was still in the developing process at Bandai Namco. Still, the game was not advancing as quickly as Nintendo expected, and it was thus scrapped and restarted with Metroid Prime trilogy creator Retro Studios taking the wheel. We don’t know if the game will launch in the next few years, but we do know one thing: Metroid fans are great at waiting. Otherwise, they may get stuck with another game like Other M, and no one wants that.
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