On April 2, 2025, Nintendo officially unveiled its highly anticipated next-generation console, the "Nintendo Switch 2," during the "Nintendo Direct: Nintendo Switch 2 - 2025.4.2" broadcast. The event showcased a plethora of titles that will be compatible with the new system, generating excitement among gamers worldwide.
The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch on June 5, 2025, with a retail price of 49,980 yen (approximately $460). This new console aims to build on the success of its predecessor while introducing cutting-edge features and a robust lineup of games.
Among the standout titles announced for the Nintendo Switch 2 is the beloved racing game, Mario Kart World, which is scheduled to be one of the launch titles. Other notable games include Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster, Ryu ga Gotoku 0 Chikai no Basho Director's Cut, and the highly anticipated Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition.
The event also highlighted a diverse range of genres, ensuring there’s something for every type of gamer. Titles such as DELTARUNE, Street Fighter 6 + YEARS1-2 FIGHTERS EDITION + amiibo, and Hogwarts Legacy were among the diverse offerings that promise to enhance the gaming experience on the new platform.
Additionally, the Nintendo Switch Online + Additional Pack will include classic titles such as The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, Soulcalibur II, and F-ZERO GX, adding further value to the subscription service.
The lineup for the Nintendo Switch 2's launch includes:
- Mario Kart World
- Nintendo Switch 2 no Himitsu-ten
- Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster
- Ryu ga Gotoku 0 Chikai no Basho Director's Cut
- DELTARUNE
- Shine Post Be Your Idol!
- Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition
- Street Fighter 6 + YEARS1-2 FIGHTERS EDITION + amiibo
- Splatoon Fiction
- Hogwarts Legacy
- Hitman World of Assassination SIGNATURE EDITION
- Sid Meier's Civilization VII Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
- Saivalkyrie
- Kami: Path of the Goddess
- Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S
- Rune Factory Dragon Country Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
- Arcade Archives 2 Ridge Racer
- Nobunaga's Ambition Shinsei with Power-Up Kit Complete Edition
- Fortnite
- Fast Fusion
- The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
- The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Following the launch, several other titles are scheduled for release, including:
- June 19, 2025: RAIDOU Remastered: Chou-Riki Heidan Kadou
- June 26, 2025: Tamagotchi no Puchi Puchi Omisecchi Omatsuri Dream! Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
- July 17, 2025: Donkey Kong Bananza and Shadow Labyrinth Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
- July 24, 2025: Super Mario Party Jamboree Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV
- July 25, 2025: WILD HEARTS S and AI: Somnium Files - Nirvana Initiative
- August 28, 2025: Kirby Discovery Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Starry World and Bokujou Monogatari Let's Go! Kaze no Gurando Bazaar Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
- September 5, 2025: Demon Ex Machina TITANIC SCION
- Summer 2025: Drag and Drive, Obakeidoro 2, and Ys X -Proud NORDICS-
- Fall 2025: Pokemon LEGENDS Z-A Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
- Winter 2025: Witchbrook and MARVEL COSMIC INVASION
- 2025: Kirby's Air Ride, ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition, Borderlands 4, Hollow Knight: Silksong, Star Wars Outlaws, Two Point Campus, Metroid Prime 4 Beyond Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, and REANIMAL
- Winter 2025: Zelda Musou: Seal Battle Chronicle
- 2026: The Duskbloods and Enter the Gungeon 2
- Release dates TBD: Project 007, FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE, Hades II, WWE 2K, NBA 2K, Human Fall Flat 2, EA SPORTS FC, and Madden NFL
The Nintendo Switch Online + Additional Pack will also feature new benefits, including classic titles like Super Mario Sunshine, Fire Emblem Path of Radiance, Pokemon XD Gale of Darkness Dark Lugia, Super Mario Strikers, Chibi-Robo!, Luigi's Mansion, and Pokemon Colosseum.
This ambitious lineup marks a significant step forward for Nintendo as it seeks to capture both old fans and new players alike in the competitive gaming landscape. With its rich array of titles, the Nintendo Switch 2 is poised to be a game-changer in the industry.
