The Best of the Best! (December 2024 Edition)

It’s time to say, “Goodbye November, ” and “Hello December,” as we take a look at the four biggest games, releasing on the Nintendo Switch in December 2024:

[Guide] The Biggest Games Releasing on Nintendo Switch | December 2024:

#1) FANTASIAN Neo Dimension (December 5, 2024)

Publisher: SQUARE ENIX | Genre: Role-playing, Strategy

File Size: 6 GB | Price: $49.99

No. of Players: 1 (Single System)

Embark on an adventure to save the world from a mechanical infection — The Father of FINAL FANTASY, Hironobu Sakaguchi, and renowned composer Nobuo Uematsu return to deliver an original RPG story.

Mechteria—a deathly mechanical infection that robs humans of their emotions and lives—is slowly engulfing the world.

The protagonist Leo awakens with only one memory left to him in a strange land abundant with machines .

The human world, threatened by mechteria… a machine world, filled with mysteries… and the unseen dimensions that lie beyond both.

Using the Warp Device that was left behind, Leo must now embark on an interdimensional journey to reclaim his lost memories and save the world from the mechteria infection.

#2) Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer (December 5, 2024)

Publisher: Nintendo | Genre: Training, Sports, Music, Other

File Size: 2.6 GB | Price: $49.99

No. of Players: 1 – 2 (Single System)

Box to the beat – Punch and dodge to the groove of 30 songs, including catchy renditions of pop hits. Pair up with your in-game personal trainer, then get moving in a boxing workout that fits your goals. Whether you want to challenge yourself or keep it loose is up to you!

Select your personal trainer – Meet the instructors who will lead your workouts.
- Lin – Popular with beginners and veterans alike, Lin pumps people up with her friendly, cheerful style.
- Bernardo – As a teacher, Bernardo is as strict as he is kind. His students look up to him like a father figure.
- Stella – Stella may be a recent addition to the roundup, but she’s already making waves with her cool, mysterious vibes.
- Guy – This former pro acts tough and blunt at first. However, Guy secretly has a heart of gold—you just have to work for it!
- Monica – A new instructor to the mix, Monica leads upbeat lessons with her fun, sports-loving attitude.
- Evan – Evan is easygoing but shows an intense side when he gets fired up. You might find yourself in for a tough lesson!
Get to know your instructor – Step into Box and Bond sessions for a chat with your trainer and discover their hobbies, likes, and dislikes. Keep training with the same instructor to unlock all five of their sessions.
Work out your way:
- A wide range of options – Choose how you train, from the workout mode to the music. Plan a Daily Workout tailored to your personal goals, or jump right into a session. There’s a workout for every lifestyle!
- Personalize your Daily Workout – Create a training routine that fits your schedule. Set your workout’s boxing moves, goals, target areas, duration, and more. Choose your intensity, from light stretching to upping the tempo!
- More ways to move – Want to work out at your own pace? Train without following the music by throwing punches into your instructor’s gloves in Mitt Drills.
- Or work out from your seat in Sit Fit Boxing—great for beginners and anyone who wants to play seated.
- Take a break in the Lounge – Track your progress and check daily and weekly missions in the Lounge. Complete missions to earn in-game currency, which you can use to unlock songs, style options to give your trainer a fresh look, and more.
- Box with a buddy – Stretch or work out with a friend in 2-Player Mode. Two players can box with either a single Joy-Con™ controller or a set* per person. Stoke your competitive spirit by comparing scores!

#3) Taito Milestones 3 (December 10, 2024)

Publisher: ININ Games | Genre: Arcade, Action, Platformer

File Size: 1.1 GB | Price: $39.99

No. of Players: 1 – 2 (Single System)

The third installment in the TAITO Milestones series brings back a diverse selection of ten arcade classics from the 80s and 90s — This collection offers ten timeless action-themed arcade classics that set milestones for today´s TAITO.

Bubble Bobble, 1986, action – The original 2 player, co-op arcade version of Bubble Bobble, use your bubble-blowing powers to travel through 100 floors of monsters and rescue your girlfriends!
Rainbow Islands, 1987, action – Play as Bubby and Bobby in their human forms! Instead of blowing bubbles, rule with rainbows as you climb to your goal!
Rastan Saga, 1987, action – Guide Rastan the Thief to protect the kingdom of Ceim, battling enemies and a dragon with your various weapons.
Dead Connection, 1992, action – 4 detectives battle the mafia in an action-shooting game set in 1950s America, uncovering secrets and pursuing Don Nerozzia!

More games included: Cadash, Rastan Saga 2, Champion Wrestler, Runark, Warrior Blade, Thunder Fox

#4) FAIRY TAIL 2 (December 13, 2024)

Publisher: KOEI TECMO | Genre: Action, Role-playing

File Size: 4.2 GB | Price: $59.99

No. of Players: 1 (Single System)

The final battle of FAIRY TAIL is about to begin — “FAIRY TAIL 2” is a new RPG based on the popular magical combat fantasy manga and anime series “FAIRY TAIL,” whose story is beloved by fans around the world, with the original manga selling more than 72 million copies worldwide. This sequel to the game “FAIRY TAIL,” released in July 2020, depicts the “Alvarez Empire Arc,” the climax of the original manga.

Relive the culmination of the original series through gameplay! — This RPG depicts the dramatic developments of the “Alvarez Empire Arc,” the climax of the original story. Playing as the main characters Natsu and Lucy and other members of the Fairy Tail guild, you can relive the epic battles against their greatest enemy, Emperor Spriggan (Zeref) of the Alvarez Empire, along with his elite team, called the “Spriggan 12,” and the world destroyer, Black Dragon Acnologia.
Flashy magic battles with unique characters! — The battle system has been completely redesigned from the previous game, resulting in real-time battles that are even more flashy and impactful. Use various strategic elements to your advantage and experience the thrill of exhilarating battles!
Seamlessly explore the final battlefield of the Kingdom of Fiore! — The world of “FAIRY TAIL” has been recreated with beautiful 3D graphics that allow you to feel immersed in the world of the original series as if you were exploring it yourself!
An abundance of exclusive in-game content, including an original epilogue! — Explore a new original story, “Key to the Unknown,” set after the events of this arc and the original series. Plus, you can get to know new sides of your favorite characters in “Character Stories” and experience a variety of other elements that can only be seen in the game!