All upcoming Switch games: 2024, and beyond

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 of games that are also available on other platforms.

Here’s our list of the best upcoming Nintendo Switch games for 2024 and beyond. Of course, some titles without release windows could skip the Switch entirely and wind up on Nintendo’s next-gen console.

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Upcoming Switch games 2024

The games listed below either have 100% confirmed release dates or solid release windows that we expect them to hit this year. Anything that’s up in the air due to more vague launch predictions or previous delays will be listed below confirmed launches.

Turnip Boy Robs a Bank - January 18, 2024

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Platforms PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Genre Shooter, Adventure, Indie
Developer Snoozy Kazoo
Publisher Graffiti Games
Release January 18, 2024
Turnip Boy is back in action, and this time he’s orchestrating the zaniest heist of all time alongside the formidable Pickled Gang. Join this comedic action-adventure with roguelite elements as Turnip Boy shakes down hostages, steals precious valuables, and navigates the bizarre depths of the Botanical Bank. Armed with an arsenal of wacky tools from the dark web, including a diamond pickaxe and even a cardboard box, Turnip Boy faces intense shootouts with security guards, elite swat teams, and more.

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown - January 18, 2024

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Platforms PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Genre Adventure
Developer Ubisoft Montpellier
Publisher Ubisoft Entertainment
Release January 18, 2024

Prepare to embark on an epic adventure in Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, a thrilling return to the series’ 2D roots in a captivating Metroidvania-style action-platformer. Experience the fast-paced, real-time combat the franchise is renowned for as you step into the shoes of a sword-wielding protagonist and delve into Ubisoft’s rich Persian setting.

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown introduces an exceptional combat system that surpasses expectations, offering a level of depth that will leave players pleasantly surprised. As you navigate the intricate world, be prepared to discover hidden passages and secret areas that can only be accessed by unlocking specific power-ups.

Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy - January 25, 2024

Platforms PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Genre Simulator, Adventure, Visual Novel
Release March 31, 2024
The Ace Attorney series is returning, starting with the Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy collection that brings Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Dual Destinies, and Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney — Spirit of Justice to modern platforms. 

Tomb Raider I-III Remastered

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Platforms PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Genre Puzzle, Adventure
Developer Aspyr Media
Publisher Aspyr Media
Release February 14, 2024
Embark on a nostalgic journey with Lara Croft in the ultimate Tomb Raider collection, where her original adventures are lovingly restored for modern platforms. For the first time, dive into the complete experience of the iconic trilogy, featuring Tomb Raider I with the Unfinished Business Expansion, Tomb Raider II with the Gold Mask Expansion, and Tomb Raider III with the Lost Artifact Expansion. Solve ancient mysteries, uncover treasures, and unravel the secrets of a bygone era while globe-trotting with Lara. The classics boast upgraded graphics, allowing you to relish the timeless tales with a contemporary polish, and for the purists, the option to switch to the original polygon look is available at any time. Brace yourself for a thrilling blend of nostalgia and modern gaming as Lara Croft’s original adventures come to life in this definitive Tomb Raider collection.

Mario vs. Donkey Kong - February 16, 2024

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Platforms Nintendo Switch
Genre Platform, Puzzle
Publisher Nintendo
Release February 16, 2024
Launching on February 16, this new title is the first entry in the Mario vs. Donkey Kong series to hit the Nintendo Switch. Like the original, the Mario vs. Donkey Kong Switch remake is a puzzle game where you play as Mario. Throughout the game, you’ll complete puzzles to collect the mini-Mario robot toys and eventually defeat Donkey Kong. The puzzles involve using a variety of switches and making your way across platforms and other obstacles to get free and collect these toys. Other times, you’ll be collecting keys to progress through levels.

Promenade - February 23, 2024

Platforms PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Genre Music, Platform, Adventure, Indie
Developer Holy Cap, Holy Cap
Publisher Holy Cap
Release February 23, 2024

Embark on a whimsical adventure in Promenade, a captivating 3D platformer inspired by classics like Mario 64, Banjo-Kazooie, and Spyro. Join forces with your trusty poulp companion as you traverse a world brimming with secrets and challenges. The Great Elevator is in disarray, its cogs scattered far and wide — your mission is to collect these lost gears, repair the majestic machine, and unlock new levels.

Engage in a dynamic journey, utilizing your poulp’s versatile move set to navigate diverse landscapes. Interact with a vibrant cast of characters, each with their own quirks, and put your wits to the test by solving puzzles scattered throughout the world.

Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster - February 29, 2024

Platforms PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Genre Shooter
Developer Nightdive Studios
Publisher Lucas Arts
Release February 29, 2024

Star Wars: Dark Forces (first released in 1995) is getting a remaster on modern consoles. In a galaxy under the Empire’s grip, the Rebel Alliance discovers the Death Star, a planet-destroying weapon. Kyle Katarn, a former Imperial Stormtrooper, joins the Rebels to infiltrate the Empire from within. Star Wars: Dark Forces offers a unique twist with a coherent narrative, realistic missions, and familiar locations from the Star Wars universe.

Unicorn Overlord - March 8, 2024

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Platforms PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Genre Real Time Strategy (RTS), Role-playing (RPG), Strategy
Developer Vanillaware, Atlus
Publisher Sega
Release March 08, 2024
Embark on a regal adventure in Unicorn Overlord. Crafted by the brilliant minds behind 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim and Odin Sphere, this epic saga follows exiled prince Alain on a quest to reclaim his kingdom from the rogue General Valmore. In a vibrant world torn by war, assemble a grand army of over 60 unique characters, from humans and elves to massive beasts and heavenly angels. With real-time field movement and battles, Unicorn Overlord promises a tactical RPG experience, blending overworld exploration and innovative battle systems in true Vanillaware style.

Princess Peach: Showtime! - March 22, 2024

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Platforms Nintendo Switch
Genre Adventure
Publisher Nintendo
Release March 22, 2024

Princess Peach: Showtime! focuses on Peach and several Toads visiting a Sparkle Theater to watch a play, only for mysterious foes called the Wicked Grape and Sour Bunch to appear. Peach, alongside a new flower companion named Stella, is left to fight back and save the day (and the play) using a magical ribbon.

Contra: Operation Galuga - Q1 2024

Platforms PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Genre Platform, Arcade
Publisher Konami
Release March 31, 2024

Gear up for a pulse-pounding revival of the iconic Contra series with Contra: Operation Galuga. Immerse yourself in a modernized take on the 1980s classic run-and-gun action game, featuring sleek graphics, revamped sound, and an arsenal of updated weapons. Face the relentless Red Falcon terrorist group as they seize control of the Galuga Islands near New Zealand, triggering an intense war that only elite Contra commandos Bill Rizer and Lance Bean can wage. Experience explosive co-op combat for up to two players in Story Mode or assemble a squad of four players in Arcade Mode.

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes - April 23, 2024

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Platforms PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Genre Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Adventure, Indie
Developer Rabbit & Bear Studios
Publisher 505 Games
Release April 23, 2024
Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes invites players to rediscover the magic of classic JRPGs with a modern twist. Lead a cast of 100-plus playable characters through a war-torn world in a tale woven across diverse cultures and alliances. As the Galdean Empire seeks to expand its power using rune-lens technology, follow the journey of Seign Kesling, a gifted imperial officer, and Nowa, a boy from a remote village, as their paths intertwine in a quest for an artifact that could shape the fate of Allraan.

Penny's Big Breakaway - June 30, 2024

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Platforms PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Genre Platform, Adventure, Indie
Developer Evening Star
Publisher Private Division
Release June 30, 2024
Step into the spotlight with Penny and Yo-Yo in Penny’s Big Breakaway, a dynamic 3D-platformer brimming with innovative gameplay. Join Penny, a street performer with grand aspirations, and her mischievous Yo-Yo, transformed by a Cosmic String into a snacking sensation. Navigate audacious auditions, outrun Emperor Eddie’s penguin army, and uncover the secrets of the Cosmic String. This vibrant debut from Evening Star unfolds in the fluorescent world of Macaroon, offering an easy-to-play, difficult-to-master challenge. Showcase your tricks, chain combos, and set the stage ablaze in Penny and Yo-Yo’s quest for the perfect breakout performance.

Rift of the Necrodancer - Q2 2024

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Platforms PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch
Genre Music, Role-playing (RPG), Indie
Developer Brace Yourself Games
Publisher Brace Yourself Games
Release June 30, 2024

Brace Yourself Games is one of the premier rhythm game developers thanks to titles like Crypt of the Necrodancer and Cadence of Hyrule, and it announced a new game during Nintendo’s April Indie World showcase. Titled Rift of the Necrodancer, this is a lane-based game where players rhythmically attack the monsters that come down each lane. The game also features minigames that more closely resemble the Rhythm Heaven series.

Luigi's Mansion 2 HD - Q2 2024

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Platforms Nintendo Switch
Genre Puzzle, Adventure
Publisher Nintendo
Release September 30, 2024
Experience a revamped world of ghostly thrills in Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD, a remaster of the acclaimed 3DS game Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon (2013). Join Luigi, who’s armed with the Poltergust 5000, in multiple mansions, solving puzzles, capturing new ghosts, and completing missions for Professor E. Gadd. Unleash the upgraded strobe function to stun ghosts. Each mansion brims with unique puzzles and spectral challenges, requiring players to unravel clues and unlock hidden areas. Rediscover the charm and suspense of Luigi’s ghost-hunting escapades in stunning high definition on the Nintendo Switch platform.

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door - 2024

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Platforms Nintendo Switch
Genre Role-playing (RPG)
Publisher Nintendo
Release December 31, 2024
Nintendo is on its remake game in 2024 — it will also be launching a remaster of the second game in the Paper Mario series, originally released for the Nintendo GameCube in 2004. We don’t have a lot of details yet, but the modern makeover of this classic is set to release sometime in 2024.

Possible 2024 releases

These titles could be set for release in 2024, but they’ve had plenty of delays or development issues in the past so we aren’t quite sure right now. These games could possibly get 2024 release dates announced shortly.

The Plucky Squire - TBD 2024

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Platforms PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Genre Platform, Adventure
Developer All Possible Futures
Publisher Devolver Digital
Release December 31, 2024

Embark on a magical journey with The Plucky Squire, an enchanting Zelda-like adventure that unfolds beyond the confines of a storybook. Join Jot, a brave squire, and his friends as they discover a three-dimensional world outside the pages of their book, only to encounter the sinister Humgrump, who seeks to rewrite their destiny. Jot must overcome unprecedented challenges to rescue his friends from the clutches of Humgrump’s dark forces and restore the book’s once-happy ending. Prepare for an immersive adventure where courage and friendship prevail against all odds.

Hollow Knight: Silksong — TBD 2024

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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 in 2022 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.

Switch games with no release window

All we know about the games listed below is that they’re in development. Most of them are probably a few years away from launch.

Project Bloom - 2026

Genre Adventure
Developer Game Freak
Publisher Private Division
The only thing we know about the mysterious Project Bloom is that it’s being developed by Pokémon creator Game Freak and appears to be set in ancient Japan. This project isn’t set to launch until early 2026, so it’ll be a while before we really know what it’ll look like.

Metroid Prime 4 - TBA

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.

The Lord of the Rings: Gollum - Q4 2023

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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 tells 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 launched on most consoles in May 2023 — but Switch users will have to wait a while longer. There hasn’t been an update on the Switch launch in awhile, and it looks like it’ll slip into 2024.

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