The Nintendo Switch 2 era is upon us, and with it comes a lineup of exciting new games on the horizon. Fans have plenty to look forward to as Nintendo’s latest console brings fresh adventures, beloved franchises, and innovative gameplay. Below, we highlight some of the most anticipated upcoming Switch 2 titles – all officially confirmed and not yet released as of today – along with their release dates and what makes them so exciting.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A (October 16, 2025)
Game Freak is delivering a bold new Pokémon adventure with Pokémon Legends: Z-A, set for release on October 16, 2025. This action RPG is a sequel to the classic Pokémon X and Y and unfolds entirely in the Kalos region’s Lumiose City. Unlike the series’ traditional turn-based battles, Legends: Z-A features a real-time combat system that lets Trainers and their Pokémon move freely and dodge attacks in battle. The game also reintroduces Mega Evolution, adding an extra layer of strategy for fans of the sixth generation. By focusing on an urban setting and modernizing the combat, Pokémon Legends: Z-A is shaping up to be one of the year’s biggest titles for both longtime fans and newcomers to Pokémon.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment (November 6, 2025)
The Legend of Zelda saga expands with Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, a hack-and-slash epic launching November 6, 2025. Developed in partnership with Koei Tecmo, this title blends the large-scale “Musou” action of Dynasty Warriors with the characters and world of The Legend of Zelda. Age of Imprisonment is set during the ancient Imprisoning War – a pivotal event only glimpsed in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – giving players a chance to experience that conflict first-hand. The story even sees Princess Zelda accidentally sent back in time to Hyrule’s founding era, where she fights alongside King Rauru, Queen Sonia, and the six sages against Ganondorf’s invasion. With its canonical storyline and dramatic battles against hordes of enemies, this Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive has Zelda fans eager to uncover new secrets of Hyrule’s past.
Kirby Air Riders (November 20, 2025)
Kirby is set to make a high-speed return in Kirby Air Riders, a new racing/action game arriving on November 20, 2025. This title is a successor to the cult-classic Kirby Air Ride (2003) and is notably directed by Masahiro Sakurai – his first time helming a Kirby game since the GameCube original. Exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2, Kirby Air Riders lets players charge, boost, and bash through courses using Kirby and friends in a variety of vehicles. The beloved City Trial mode returns on a grander scale, supporting up to 16 players online in chaotic free-roam battles across a city before final stadium challenges. With simplified controls but deep mechanics (including Kirby’s trademark Copy Abilities), this revival of Kirby Air Ride is poised to deliver nostalgic thrills and frenetic multiplayer fun when it launches later this year.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond (December 4, 2025)
After a long wait, Samus Aran’s next adventure is finally nearing release in the form of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, scheduled for December 4, 2025. Developed by Retro Studios, Beyond continues the legendary Metroid Prime series and is coming to both Switch 2 and the original Switch. This time, Samus finds herself on the mysterious planet Viewros, equipped with a new high-tech motorcycle and even psychic abilities at her disposal. The game brings back the first-person exploration and combat Metroid fans love, while introducing fresh mechanics – for example, Samus’s newfound psychic powers let her manipulate the environment and guide her shots. Longtime antagonist Sylux, a rogue bounty hunter teased at the end of Metroid Prime 3, is confirmed to appear as a foe in the story. With its blend of classic atmospheric exploration and new gameplay twists, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is one of the most highly anticipated Switch 2 titles, even earning a nomination for Most Anticipated Game at The Game Awards.
Mario Tennis Fever (February 12, 2026)
The Mushroom Kingdom’s sports scene is heating up with Mario Tennis Fever, due out on February 12, 2026. Developed by Camelot, this is the first Mario sports title on the Switch 2 and a follow-up to 2018’s Mario Tennis Aces. Mario Tennis Fever ups the ante with a roster of 38 playable characters from the Mario universe – the largest in series history. Players can equip over 30 different rackets, each with unique attributes, and fill a new Fever Gauge during rallies to unleash powerful “Fever Shots” and special effects on the court. In addition to staple modes like Tournament play, a new mode called “Mix It Up” incorporates Wonder effects inspired by Super Mario Bros.
Wonder to keep matches unpredictable. Unusually for a sports game, there’s also a whimsical story mode: a mishap transforms Mario and friends into babies, and they must hone their tennis skills anew to break the curse. With its expanded content and charming twists, Mario Tennis Fever looks to serve up arcade sports fun for both competitive and casual players when it launches next year.
The Duskbloods (2026)
One of the most intriguing upcoming titles is The Duskbloods, a brand-new game from FromSoftware (the creators of Dark Souls and Elden Ring) slated for 2026. The Duskbloods is a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive action RPG that takes the developer’s signature dark, gothic style in a bold new multiplayer direction. The game supports up to eight players in a hybrid of PvP and PvE gameplay, where combatants face each other and AI-controlled horrors in the same matches. Players assume the roles of “Bloodsworn” – vampire-like warriors each with unique weapons and abilities – battling across various eerie maps in an end-of-the-world scenario. In true FromSoftware fashion, the experience promises deep lore and high challenge, but now with a competitive twist: matches can end with only one Bloodsworn left standing. Directed by Hidetaka Miyazaki, The Duskbloods is aiming to blend the atmospheric, gothic storytelling of Bloodborne with the competitive intensity of modern multiplayer titles. Given the studio’s pedigree and the fact that it’s an exclusive built to harness the Switch 2’s capabilities, The Duskbloods has quickly become one of the most anticipated titles on the platform heading into 2026.
Each of these upcoming games showcases the diverse experiences Nintendo Switch 2 will offer, from beloved franchises branching into new territory to completely original adventures. Whether you’re a fan of epic fantasy battles, pocket monster quests, sci-fi exploration, colorful racing, party sports, or dark multiplayer duels, the Switch 2’s lineup for late 2025 and beyond has something to get excited about. The next year is set to be a thrilling time for Nintendo fans as these titles finally make their debut, defining the early era of the Switch 2 with innovation and fun.
