We have plenty of upcoming Switch games to watch out for in the months to come, with June set to see a helping of notable releases land on Nintendo's console. With recent announcements and fresh reveals to welcome us into the year, there are some exciting times ahead for the Switch.
That's right, although the Switch 2 has now been released, bringing with it a slew of upcoming Switch 2 games - like Donkey Kong Bananza, Nintendo isn’t forgetting about its current console. In fact, we're still set to see a wealth of new games for 2025 that will be coming to the Switch. There's Switch exclusives like Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, which at long last brings back the off-beat beloved series after 10 years, a hearty helping of third-party releases that are sure to find a happy home on the console, a new Pokémon game on the way, and plenty more.
To keep you up with all the latest news, we've brought together the new releases headed to the Switch in one place and put them all in release date order for easy browsing. So read on below to find our breakdown of all the biggest upcoming Switch games coming our way.
All the upcoming Switch games to watch out for
Upcoming Switch games 2025
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4
Release date: July 11, 2025
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 is a remake of the big sports game, Pro Skater 3 and Pro Skater 4, and will be the perfect addition to any Switch library. This iconic skateboarding game has never looked better and will have you flipping and kicking your way to reach new high scores. Not only does this remake have all the original maps, but it comes with some brand new ones as well, making it perfect for both newcomers and veterans alike.
PATAPON 1+2 REPLAY
Release date: July 11, 2025
We at GamesRadar+ love a good rhythm game, so of course, we're excited to see a remaster of two of the best in the genre coming to the Switch. Developed by SAS CO.,LTD, PATAPON 1+2 REPLAY sees the iconic adventure rhythm RPGs get a modern makeover, while keeping all the original elements that fans love. As the god of the cute Patapon creatures, it's up to you to use four Mystical Drums to command them on an adventure like no other. Trust us, folks, this is a must-play.
Shadow Labyrinth
Release date: July 17, 2025
PAC-MAN has a brand new look, and it's definitely not what you'd expect from the yellow muncher. In Shadow Labyrinth, Swordsman No. 8 and a yellow orb called "PUCK" team up to navigate a hostile 2D world. In this action platformer you'll have to discover secrets, consume enemies, and search for relics in your fight for survival. From gameplay footage that we've seen so far, Shadow Labyrinth looks fun as heck, and we can't wait to see a gaming icon get a fresh new vibe come July.
No Sleep For Kaname Date - From AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES
Release date: July 25, 2025
The Switch and fun interactive anime games go hand in hand, so of course we are intrigued by the upcoming game, No Sleep For Kaname Date - From AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES. The premise for this one sounds wild so buckle up. Basically an idol is kidnapped by aliens and forced to compete in a set of dangerous games. While all that is happening a man discovers a device that can communicate with said idol and it’s up to him to track down the aliens. The Switch game has three distinct gameplay modes and looks very trippy. If you're a sci-fi fan, it's one to check out.
Tales of the Shire
Release date: July 29, 2025
When it comes to the best Lord of the Rings games, we’ve had RPGS, Strategy games, and MMORPGs. However, there hasn’t been a cozy game yet, until now. Tales of the Shire will see you live out your Shire dreams as you play as a hobbit who spends their days farming, cooking, and interacting with your hairy-foot neighbors. From teasers we’ve spotted famous Lord of the Rings characters like Gandalf pop up in the game, so there may be some quests or some references to the wider goings on of Middle-earth here. However, that’s just speculation on our part for now. We’ll update you as soon as we know more.
Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound
Release date: July 29, 2025
Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is coming from Blasphemous developer The Game Kitchen, and is set to bring back the action platformer in a 2D 8-bit style that brings back the NES classics. Said to unite classic lore and gameplay, the pixelated art style certain looks the part.
Iwakura Aria
Release date: August 14, 2025
The team at GamesRadar+ love visual novels, we also love horror so of course Iwakura Aria caught our attention. You play as the new maid for the Iwakura family, whose eerie mansion holds a few secrets within its walls as well as another world. Not only does this game's story look to tick all the classic gothic horror boxes but the art is stunning as well. It does seem to be more of a psychological kind of unease as opposed to traditional jump scares though. So if you are a horror fan that loves adrenaline over slow burn dread, this may not be for you. We'll keep you posted as more details head our way!
Story of Seasons Grand Bazar
Release date: August 27, 2025
The newest Story of Seasons Switch addition is the iconic DS game, Story of Seasons Grand Bazar. This time around you'll have to help out the community of Zephyr Town, a once famous destination that has now fallen into disrepair. Like with most Story of Season's games, you'll have to farm, craft, explore, and build relationships with the townsfolk. An exciting feature that sets Grand Bazar apart from other series entries though is the winds of the Zephyr Town which you can use to glide your way around the world.
SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance
Release date: August 29, 2025
2025 is the year of the Ninja when it comes to gaming. SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance is a 2D action platformer that oozes with style, having you play as Shinobi Joe Musashi on a revenge quest after finding your village burnt to the ground. Each level and environment that we've seen so far in the trailer for the game is breath taking, having a ink like quality that perfectly suits the fast-paced strokes of your ninja attacks. It also looks like a perfect handheld title, making it seem perfectly at home for the Switch in general.
Sonic Racing CrossWorlds
Release date: September 25, 2025
It's time to get speedy with the fastest hedgehog around. Yes, Sonic Racing CrossWorlds is a new racer from Sega that will see you hit tracks and choose from a roster of iconic characters from the Sonic universe. We've only seen a brief teaser trailer so far, which features Shadow in a supercar speeding down the highway.
Pokemon Legends: Z-A
Release date: October 16, 2025
Thanks to a recent trailer reveal during the 2025 Pokemon Day showcase, we now know that Pokemon Legends: Z-A will be released for the Nintendo Switch in late 2025. Additionally, it's known that it will take place entirely within Lumiose City, which is in the Kalos region, during a major urban redevelopment plan to bring together people and Pokemon in the same place. We'll keep you updated on the latest news, but fingers crossed that this Pokemon game will join some of its predecessors on our list of the best Switch games of all time.
TBC 2025
Hollow Knight Silksong
Release date: TBC 2025
We know that it's coming, we just don't know when. The wait for Hollow Knight: Silksong has been brutal, but Team Cherry is finally ready to deliver its sequel to one of the best metroidvania games of all-time. The Hollow Knight sequel was first unveiled in 2019, with development reportedly spiralling out of control as the Silksong idea evolved in scope from DLC to full-fledged experience. Here's hoping we get our hands on Hollow Knight: Silksong sooner rather than later.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
Release date: TBC 2025
Metroid Prime 4 has been a long time coming. Announced back in 2017, nothing much was seen of the sequel to Metroid Prime 3: Corruption until June 2024. That's largely because development on the upcoming Switch game was rebooted in 2019, with production shifting to Retro Studios – the team responsible for the original Prime trilogy.
With our first proper look at the game, we now also know that it's Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and is expected to launch for the Nintendo Switch in 2025.
Witchbrook
Release date: TBC 2025
It's been years, years! However, during the March 2025 Nintendo Direct, we finally got news about one of our most anticipated cozy games, Witchbrook. In this new Switch game, you'll play was the newest magical resident of the seaside city of Mossport. There you'll learn spells, grow your own witchy business, and even perhaps fall in love? Witchbrook was first revealed back in 20218, so we're more than ready to dig our claws into this one. Currently, there's still no firm release date. However, we do know that we can expect to see a launch sometime in "winter 2025."
TBC 2026
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream
Release date: TBC 2026
After over 10 years, Tomodachi Life is making a comeback in Tomodachi Life: Living Dream. Officially revealed as part of the Nintendo Direct March 2025 showcase, you can once again create your own Mii characters and get to know other residents "on an island out at sea". You can also help them develop relationships and see all the "weird and wonderful" ways they can interact with one another.
TBC
Pokemon Champions
Release date: TBC
Pokemon Champions was announced during the 2025 Pokemon day showcase and will launch on "the Nintendo Switch family of systems". This means that we'll definitely see it released on iOS and Android smartphones, and an eventual Switch launch is also highly likely. The upcoming Switch game will bring PvP trainer battles to the console. This will be a competitive multiplayer experience where you put your Pokemon trainer skills to the test against other players worldwide. So, if you truly want to "be the best like no one ever was," keep Pokemon Champions on your radar.
Professor Layton and the New World of Steam
Release date: TBC
During the February 2023 Nintendo Direct, we got a very brief tease of a new Professor Layton game, which at long last signalled the return of the series. While we don't know too much about the new entry coming to the Switch, we do know that we're set to experience a fresh story filled with puzzles in the new setting of Steam Bison, which is home to advanced steam engines. A mysterious incident is said to draw Layton and Luke there for a new adventure.
Rhythm Heaven Groove
Release date: TBC 2026
Announced during the March 2025 Nintendo Direct, one of the best 3DS games is finally getting a Switch sequel. Rhythm Heaven Groove is an upcoming rhythm RPG that will have players clicking in time, having to stay on the beat in order to get to the next level. Expect to see a ton of fun mini-games here, and fingers crossed that we have a new entry to add to our list of the best rhythm games of all time once this releases in 2026. We’ll keep you posted as more news heads our way.
Yokai Watch 4
Release date: TBC
If you're a Pokemon fan, you probably already know about the Yo-Kai Watch series. It follows a similar format in that you collect critters that also function as your companions as a young kid. In terms of new gameplay features, it introduces a brand new item, called the Yokai Ark, which will let players travel between three worlds that are all set in different time periods, and feature their own protagonist. While it released in Japan back in 2019, there's still no concrete word on a Western release date. We still have our fingers crossed for this one.
While we wait for all these new titles, you can head over to our list of the best multiplayer Switch games. Or find out more about Nintendo's new console with our Switch 2 review and list of the best Switch 2 games.
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