The Nintendo Switch 2 games list has grown fast. The console launched in June 2025, and by November 2026 there are already more than 1,000 games for it — a mix of new Switch 2 exclusives, upgraded Switch 2 Editions of older games, and third-party ports. If you just bought the console, or you are thinking about it, here is the full picture: the games that matter, what is new this month, and what is coming next. Wikipedia keeps the full list of Nintendo Switch 2 games updated as new titles arrive.
The biggest Nintendo Switch 2 games so far
Nintendo’s own line-up leads the list. Mario Kart World was the launch headliner and is still the game most owners buy first. Donkey Kong Bananza followed as the big summer exclusive, and Pokémon Legends: Z-A arrived in October 2025. Kirby Air Riders and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment round out Nintendo’s first-party exclusives.
The biggest release of November is The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, a full remake of the 1998 classic, which launched on 5 November 2026 for $59.99 digital or $69.99 physical. It is a Switch 2 exclusive with a redesigned Hyrule Field and reworked dungeons.
The Switch 2 Editions are the other half of the story. These are upgraded versions of original Switch games with better performance and new features. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom both have Switch 2 Editions, with a $9.99 upgrade pack for owners of the originals. Pikmin 4 gets the same treatment on 12 November, with a new Dandori Academy mode, while Xenoblade Chronicles 3 follows on 3 December.
For more on the remake, see our guide to the Zelda Switch 2 remake and anniversary console.
New Switch 2 games in November 2026
November is a busy month. Nine games arrived in the first three weeks, and the biggest names all landed in the first two days.
On 5 November, three major games launched together: the Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, Stellar Blade Complete Edition, and Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Encore Edition. Godzilla: Destroy All Monsters Melee Remastered arrived a day earlier, on 4 November.
On 12 November, Pikmin 4 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Dandori Academy launches at $69.99 for the physical edition, with a $9.99 upgrade pack for original Switch owners. The same day brings Metaphor: ReFantazio, the acclaimed RPG, and SONIC PICO PARK. Disney Dreamlight Valley: The Keepsake Sea follows on 18 November, and The Binding of Isaac: Repentance+ closes the month on 19 November — the same day GTA 6 launches on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Smaller releases fill the gaps: Let’s Sing 2027 and Let’s Sing ABBA on 3 November, Arcade Archives 2: Elevator Action and Exzisus on 5 November, and DreamWorks Shrek 2 Remastered on 10 November.
What is coming next
December keeps the pace up. Xenoblade Chronicles 3 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World and Rayman Legends Retold all arrive on 3 December. Monster Hunter Wilds lands on 4 December, and Attack on Titan 3 follows on 10 December.
Beyond December, the list keeps growing: 148 Switch 2 games are confirmed as coming, with 83 of them carrying exact dates. Nintendo has not announced a date for every game yet, so the calendar changes often — check back after each Nintendo Direct for the latest additions. Nintendo Insider’s release-date calendar tracks every confirmed date as it is announced.
Do original Switch games work on Switch 2?
Yes, mostly. The Switch 2 is backward compatible with the vast majority of original Nintendo Switch games, so your old library carries over. Some games also get free performance boosts on the new hardware, while others — like the Zelda games and Pikmin 4 — have paid Switch 2 Edition upgrades that add new features and better visuals.
That makes the console an easy buy for existing Switch owners: you keep your games and get the new exclusives on top. New buyers should know that the Switch 2 does not come with a game in the box, so budget for at least one title. Mario Kart World is the safest first pick, while the Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is the best choice if you want a single-player adventure.
Which Switch 2 games should you buy first?
It depends on what you like. For multiplayer and family play, Mario Kart World is the obvious pick. For a big adventure, start with the Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake or Donkey Kong Bananza. For a long RPG, Metaphor: ReFantazio will keep you busy for about 80 hours. And if you already own Pikmin 4 or the Zelda games on the original Switch, the $9.99 upgrade packs are the cheapest way to see what the new hardware can do.
The library is now big enough that there is a good game for every taste — and with more than 1,000 titles already, the list only grows from here.
FAQs
How many games are on Nintendo Switch 2?
More than 1,000 games are listed for the Nintendo Switch 2 as of November 2026, including exclusives, Switch 2 Editions and third-party ports.
What is the newest Nintendo Switch 2 game?
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake launched on 5 November 2026. Pikmin 4 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition and Metaphor: ReFantazio follow on 12 November.
Can I play my old Switch games on Switch 2?
Yes. The Switch 2 is backward compatible with most original Nintendo Switch games, and some get free performance improvements on the new console.
Do I need to buy Switch 2 Editions separately?
If you already own the original game, you can buy a $9.99 upgrade pack instead of the full Switch 2 Edition. New buyers pay the full price, for example $69.99 for the physical Pikmin 4 Switch 2 Edition.
