The Nintendo Swap goes out in a blaze of glory, with some thrilling video games launching to make means for the console’s successor, the Nintendo Switch 2. Whether or not they’re completely developed for the Swap or ported over from different platforms, these upcoming Swap video games will make the hybrid console’s closing yr one in all its most memorable.
As we head into 2025, we’ll get our palms on the previous couple of video games that have been introduced throughout this yr’s Nintendo Directs in addition to a few of the titles highlighted throughout this year’s gamescom. Listed here are all the brand new Swap video games we are able to stay up for in 2025 and past.
Check out our information to all upcoming video games for launch dates on each platform.
All Upcoming Swap Video games With Launch Dates
Donkey Kong Nation Returns HD (January 16, 2025)
Donkey Kong Country Returns will get the HD remedy for Swap, and it’ll have new options that can make you go bananas. You may play by 80 ranges from the unique Wii recreation, extra ranges from the 3DS model, and play in two-player native co-op as you combat the Taki Tak Tribe to win again Donkey Kong’s earlier banana pile.
Responsible Gear -Try- (January 23, 2025)
The seventh mainline Responsible Gear recieved nothing however reward when it launched on PS4, PS5, and PC in 2021. The cell-shaded 2D preventing recreation brings its model and substance to Nintendo’s handheld in early 2025.
Cuisineer (January 28, 2025)
This meal-motivated dungeon crawler launched on PC again in 2023 and is coming to consoles, together with the Nintendo Swap, within the new yr.
Hey Kitty Island Journey (January 30, 2025)
Hey Kitty Island Journey might be going to be your next favorite cozy game. Like Animal Crossing, you handle an island the place cute Sanrio characters can change into your neighbors. Hey Kitty Island Journey has all the standard cozy mechanics, like fishing, cooking, and, in fact, adorning, however with an “journey recreation” thread of puzzles and even some mild platforming.
Phantom Courageous: The Misplaced Hero (January 30, 2025)
A brand new launch from NIS America (identified for the Atelier, Ys, and Tails sequence), The Misplaced Hero follows up on the unique Phantom Courageous recreation that was launched on the PS2. Phantom Courageous is a little more experimental than different NIS video games, however on the very least you’ll be able to anticipate tactical turn-based fight with a reasonably lovely artwork model.
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Civilization VII (February 11, 2025)*
One of many greatest bulletins at gamescom 2024 was a launch date for Sid Meier’s Civilization VII. That includes Gwendolyn Christie as narrator, Civ 7 would be the second within the sequence to make it onto the Swap. You possibly can study extra about what to anticipate from this huge turn-based technique launch, together with the brand new “Age” system, from IGN’s hands-on preview.
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*pre-ordering the Deluxe Edition consists of getting the sport on February 6
Tales from Sol: The Gun-Canine (February 20, 2025)
There’s a variety of combat-oriented video games on this record, however this launch is one thing for my visible novel followers to stay up for. Tales from Sol is described as a “love letter to retro anime and 80s sci-fi,” which I am fairly positive we are able to all agree are two of the good issues ever. After tragedy strikes in a galactic warfare, you get assigned to a brand new ship: The Gun-Canine. As new risks threaten the ship and conspiracies emerge, you need to preserve your crew alive and in line.
Suikoden I&II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars (March 6, 2025)
Not the primary, and possibly not the final, remastered compilation of Konami’s first two Suikoden video games. Suikoden I & II have been first launched on the unique PlayStation again within the late 90’s and have been beforehand remastered for the PlayStation Moveable within the 2000’s. In early 2025, new HD remasters of the basic RPGs are arriving on the Nintendo Swap.
Suikoden I&II HD Remaster Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars
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Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Version (March 20, 2025)
Xenoblade Chronicles X was initially launched on the Wii U again in 2015, and a “visually enhanced” Definitive Version of the motion RPG is coming to Swap in 2025. This launch follows a Definitive Version of the unique Xenoblade Chronicles that was released for Switch again in 2020, whereas Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and 3 have been launched straight onto the hand-held console in 2017 and 2022, respectively.
Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Recollections & the Envisioned Land (March 21, 2025)
The most recent addition to Koei Tecmo’s Atelier sequence introduces a brand new alchemist, Yumia Liessfeldt, and a bunch of recent companions. Attempt to uncover the mysteries of an empire’s fall whereas studying synthesis abilities to defeat enemies in real-time fight.
Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Recollections & the Envisioned Land
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Tales of the Shire: A Lord of the Rings Recreation (March 25, 2025)
A comfortable farming recreation set in The Shire is just about a match made in heaven. Tales of the Shire allows you to create your individual hobbit throughout a time of peace in Center-earth. Beginning in March 2025, you’ll indulge within the final fantasy by spending your days cooking and consuming scrumptious meals with your mates.
Upcoming Swap Video games With Unknown Launch Dates
There are a lot extra Nintendo Swap video games in growth that don’t have a strong launch date but. Listed here are some extra Swap video games we all know are on the best way:
When Is the Nintendo Swap 2 Coming Out?
During the last yr, we’ve been listening to rumors about the Nintendo Switch 2 concerning its look, launch date, and identify. Although the Swap 2 ought to have been launched by now per the 7-year console launch rule, Nintendo has reportedly delayed its release to March 2025 in an effort to curb scalping and garner sufficient inventory to fulfill demand. There are additionally rumors that the Swap 2, if that’s its closing identify, has the identical hybrid performance as the unique, however with a much bigger display screen.
Cristina Alexander is a contract author for IGN. She has contributed her work to varied publications, together with Digital Traits, TheGamer, Twinfinite, Mega Visions, and The Escapist. To paraphrase Calvin Harris, she wears her love for Sonic the Hedgehog on her sleeve like a giant deal. Observe her on Twitter @SonicPrincess15.
