*Last Updated: September 12, 2025 | Multiple new games, amiibo & DLC added added.

From console games to mobile applications, movies and theme parks, Nintendo has a lot going on. But, to keep you in the know of what Nintendo games Nintendo has planned for the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2025, in terms of Nintendo Switch 2 Edition games, this guide has you covered:

Nintendo’s Release Schedule for 2025:

Nintendo Switch Games & DLC Releasing in 2025:

• Donkey Kong Country Returns HD | Release Date: January 16, 2025
• Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition | Release Date: March 20, 2025
• Pokémon Friends | Release Date: July 22, 2025
• Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 | Release Date: October 2, 2025
  • Super Mario Galaxy | Release Date: October 2, 2025
  • Super Mario Galaxy 2 | Release Date: October 2, 2025
• Pokémon Legends: Z-A | Release Date: October 16, 2025
  • (DLC) Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Mega Dimension Pre-order Bonus | Release Date: October 16, 2025
• Metroid Prime 4: Beyond | Release Date: December 4, 2025

 

Nintendo Switch 2 Games & DLC Releasing in 2025:

• Mario Kart World | Release Date: June 5, 2025
• Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour | Release Date: June 5, 2025
• Donkey Kong Bananza | Release Date: July 17, 2025
• Drag x Drive | Release Date: August 14, 2025
  • (DLC) Donkey Kong Bananza: DK Island & Emerald Rush | Release Date: September 12, 2025
• Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment | Release Date: November 6, 2025
• Kirby Air Riders | Release Date: November 20, 2025
• Splatoon Raiders | Release Date: in Active Development

 

Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Games & DLC Releasing in 2025:

• The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition | Release Date: June 5, 2025
• The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition | Release Date: June 5, 2025
• Super Mario Party Jamboree – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV | Release Date: July 24, 2025
• Kirby and the Forgotten Land – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World | Release Date: August 28, 2025
• Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition | Release Date: October 16, 2025
  • (DLC) Pokémon Legends: Z-A: Mega Dimension Pre-Order Bonus | Release Date: October 16, 2025
• Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition | Release Date: December 4, 2025

 

amiibo Releasing in 2025:

• Riju amiibo (The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom) | Release Date: June 5, 2025
• Sidon amiibo (The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom) | Release Date: June 5, 2025
• Tulin amiibo (The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom) | Release Date: June 5, 2025
• Yunobo amiibo (The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom) | Release Date: June 5, 2025
• Jamie amiibo (Street Fighter 6) | Release Date: June 5, 2025
• Kimberly amiibo (Street Fighter 6) | Release Date: June 5, 2025
• Luke amiibo (Street Fighter 6) | Release Date: June 5, 2025
• Street Fighter 6 Card Starter Set (22 amiibo) | Release Date: June 5, 2025
• Donkey Kong & Pauline amiibo (Donkey Kong Bananza) | Release Date: July 17, 2025
• Street Fighter 6 amiibo Card Booster Pack Set (Series 2) | Release Date: September 30, 2025
• Samus amiibo (Metroid Prime 4: Beyond) | Release Date: November 6, 2025
• Samus & Vi-O-La amiibo (Metroid Prime 4: Beyond) | Release Date: November 6, 2025
• Bandana Waddle Dee & Winged Star amiibo (Kirby Air Riders) | Release Date: November 20, 2025
• Kirby & Warp Star amiibo (Kirby Air Riders) | Release Date: November 20, 2025
• Sylux amiibo (Metroid Prime 4: Beyond) | Release Date: December 4, 2025
• Mineru’s Construct amiibo (The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom) | Release Date: TBD

 

Nintendo Mobile Applications Releasing in 2025:

• Nintendo Today! | Release Date: March 27, 2025
• Hello, Mario! | Release Date: August 26, 2025
• Fire Emblem Shadows | Release Date: September 25, 2025
• Nintendo Store | Release Date: November 5, 2025

Every Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Game Releasing in 2025:

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (June 5, 2025)

Developers: Nintendo EPD, Monolith Soft

Price: $69.99 (Digital) | £66.99 (Physical)

Upgrade Price: $9.99 | £7.99

Genre: Action, Adventure

File Size: 15 GB + 10 GB (Nintendo Switch 2 Upgrade Pack)

Upgrade details:

• Enhanced resolution, improved textures and HDR support
• Smoother frame rates
• Faster load times
• Additional save slot
• Compatible with ZELDA NOTES via the Nintendo Switch App for compatible smart devices

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (June 5, 2025)

Developers: Nintendo EPD, Monolith Soft

Price: $69.99 (Digital) | £66.99 (Physical)

Upgrade Price: $9.99 | £7.99

Genre: Action, Adventure

File Size: 18 GB + 3.7 GB (Nintendo Switch 2 Upgrade Pack)

Upgrade details:

• Enhanced resolution, improved textures and HDR support
• Smoother frame rates
• Faster load times
• Additional save slot
• Compatible with ZELDA NOTES via the Nintendo Switch App for compatible smart devices

In this sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you’ll decide your own path through the sprawling landscapes of Hyrule and the mysterious islands floating in the vast skies above. Can you harness the power of Link’s new abilities to fight back against the malevolent forces that threaten the kingdom?

• Explore the land, sky, and depths of Hyrule like never before on Nintendo Switch 2 — With higher resolution, improved frame rates, and HDR support, the expansive world of Hyrule has never looked better.
• A smoother gameplay experience — With quicker loading times, you can travel around Hyrule faster than ever.
• Continue your journey or start a new adventure — With two save files, you can start a brand new adventure or continue a previous one with your existing save data.
  • The second save data created in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition cannot be transferred to The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on Nintendo Switch.
• Get even more out of your adventure with ZELDA NOTES — Find your way with voiced navigation and insights from characters like Princess Zelda, share blueprints of your Ultrahand creations with other players, and more.
  • A compatible smart device is required. Internet connection fees may apply. The current Nintendo Switch Online app will be renamed to the Nintendo Switch App in late May 2025. A Nintendo Switch Online membership is not required to use ZELDA NOTES.
• Included with Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack — Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members can access this at no additional cost!
  • If you already own The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for Nintendo Switch (European version) and have an active Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership (either Individual or Family), you will be able to access the upgrade pack for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition for no additional cost when it launches.

Super Mario Party Jamboree – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV (July 24, 2025)

Developer: Nintendo Cube

Price: $69.99 (Digital) | £66.99 (Physical)

Upgrade Price: $19.99 | £16.99

Genre: Action, Party, Tabletop

File Size: 6 GB + 7.9 GB (Nintendo Switch 2 Upgrade Pack)

Upgrade details:

• New way to play exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2: Jamboree TV
• New modes that use mouse controls, microphone and a compatible USB-C® camera (sold separately)
• Players appear within the game via CameraPlay using a compatible USB-C® camera (sold separately)
• GameShare compatibility for local multiplayer
• WQHD (1440p) resolution in TV mode, Full HD (1080p) in tabletop mode and handheld mode (Jamboree TV only)
• Visually enhanced with improved frame rat

Super Mario Party Jamboree powers up for Nintendo Switch 2!

Camera at the ready! — Connect the Nintendo Switch 2 camera accessory or another compatible USB-C camera to your Nintendo Switch 2 and bring everyone into the game.

• A compatible USB-C camera, such as the Nintendo Switch 2 camera (sold separately), is required to use some game features and video chat. To use online services, you must create a Nintendo Account and accept the related agreement. The Nintendo Account Privacy Policy applies. Internet connection and paid Nintendo Switch Online membership required. Mobile phone number registration required to use GameChat. Some online services may not be available in all countries. Please visit the official Nintendo website for more details.

Put yourself in the game with CameraPlay — Connect a compatible USB-C camera, like the Nintendo Switch 2 camera, to have your image appear in the game!

• CameraPlay puts players’ faces into the action during minigames and when viewing the game board. Plus, it can capture player movements to enable full-body motion controls in selected minigames!
• Compatible in selected modes only. Camera minigames in Bowser Live require a compatible USB-C camera.

Smoooooth mouse controls — Place the Joy-Con 2 controller on its side to use it like a mouse in compatible modes. Slide and click with ease!

• Plus, with HD rumble 2, you can feel even more realistic feedback through the controller.
• Attach the Joy-Con 2 strap and hold the controller firmly when using mouse controls.

Shout into the mic! — Using the built-in microphone of Nintendo Switch 2, you can clap your hands or use your voice to control the action in selected modes.

You’re the contestant on Jamboree TV! — Jamboree TV is a new way to play that’s all about audience participation! Take on a variety of challenges along with Mario and friends. Let the games begin!

Mario Party — Roll the dice to race others around the game board to collect the most Stars. Each of the seven boards has its own personality! New rules for Jamboree TV include 2-on-2 team matches and more.

• Plus, if you connect a compatible USB-C camera, your face can appear directly in the game.See if you can flip the script when you land on a Chance Time Space

Bowser Live — Oh dear – Bowser is hosting a performance, and you’re the main act! Two teams compete in a variety of fun minigames controlled by sound and movement. It’s about to get wild!

• Connect a compatible USB-C camera to project you and your buddies into the in-game venue.
• Be aware of your surroundings. Wear wrist straps and allow adequate room around you during gameplay.

Carnival Coaster — Lock in and go on this co-op coaster! Once through the pipe, use the mouse controls of the Joy-Con 2 to aim at flying baddies and blast ’em down.

• Work together to improve your score!
• How to ride the Carnival Coaster
• Drop in and feel the experience
• Lower the safety bar firmly with your hands
• Throw balls to knock away enemies

Even MORE minigames! — Enjoy 20 new minigames using the mouse controls of the Joy-Con 2, HD rumble 2 and the system’s built-in microphone. Some minigames can be played by plugging in a compatible USB-C camera.

• Some minigames cannot be played in the Jamboree TV mode. Select the Super Mario Party Jamboree option from the title screen to play the base game.

All together, anytime, anywhere — Play like you’re all in the same room using GameChat, no matter the distance.

• If you plug in a compatible USB-C camera, some modes even let you put your face in the game along with fun special effects!

GameShare with friends — If you have a Nintendo Switch 2 and Super Mario Party Jamboree – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV, you can share part of the game with anyone who has a Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch 2 using GameShare.

• With one game, up to four people can play the Mega Wiggler’s Tree Party board in Mario Party mode.
• Only Party Rules and 30 selected minigames are available with GameShare. Not compatible with GameShare through GameChat. Only playable in handheld mode.

The party has never looked better! — The Nintendo Switch 2 Edition supports up to WQHD (1440p) resolution* in TV mode and Full HD (1080p) resolution in handheld and tabletop modes. Enjoy the world of Mario Party with greater detail and fluidity!

Kirby and the Forgotten Land – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World (August 28, 2025)

Developer: HAL Laboratory

Price: $69.99 (Digital) | £66.99 (Physical)

Upgrade Price: $19.99 | £16.99

Genre: Platformer, Adventure

File Size: 6 GB + 5.9 GB (Nintendo Switch 2 Upgrade Pack)

Upgrade details:

• Kirby and the Forgotten Land – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World includes Kirby and the Forgotten Land,
• Improved graphics and frame rate throughout
• Plus a new story: Star-Crossed World.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (October 16, 2025)

Developers: GAME FREAK, Artdink, Creek & River Co.

Publisher: Nintendo

Price: $69.99 (Digital) | £59.99 (Digital)

Upgrade Price: $9.99 | £7.99

Genre: Role-Playing

File Size: 10 GB

Upgrade details:

• Improved performance with higher frame rate and resolution

Live the life of a Pokémon Trainer in the streets of Lumiose City! — Lumiose City—a home for people and Pokémon alike. Here, thanks to an urban redevelopment plan driven by Quasartico Inc., the lush greenery of verdant parks and natural vistas intermingles with facilities made using the latest cutting-edge technology. A lot has changed here since the days of the Pokémon X and Pokémon Y games!

Choose Chikorita, Tepig, or Totodile as your first partner Pokémon, and then set off on a grand adventure! Your journey will take you to all manner of sights in the streets arrayed around Prism Tower, including shops, restaurants, and places called wild zones—where Pokémon roam free. As you catch, train, and battle Pokémon, there will be plenty of people to meet too—like AZ, the enigmatic owner of Hotel Z.

Catch, battle, and Mega Evolve—all in real time! — Step onto the battlefield and command your Pokémon directly—there are no turns! For the first time in the Pokémon RPG series, Trainers and their Pokémon can both move around in real-time battles, and your Pokémon will unleash their moves when you tell them to. Strategically swapping out your Pokémon and accounting for each move’s timing and area of effect will greatly help you in this new style of battle.

Once you obtain a Mega Ring and a Pokémon’s Mega Stone, you can harness the power of Mega Evolution! Temporarily unleash your Pokémon’s hidden energy to transform its appearance, greatly enhance its capabilities, and perhaps even change its type. Mega Evolution might just be the key to overcoming your toughest challenges!

Compete in the Z-A Royale and try to become the strongest Pokémon Trainer in town — You’re invited to join the Z-A Royale, a competition for Pokémon Trainers to test their skills and determine who’s strongest. Each night, a battle zone for the competition will appear. Prepare yourself by spending the day in wild zones, catching and training Pokémon, then venture into the battle zone and take on other Trainers. Be strategic and complete bonus card challenges as you battle to speed up your climb from Rank Z to Rank A. Reach the top, and you might just have a wish granted!

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (2025)

Developer: Retro Studios

Price: $69.99 | Upgrade Price: $9.99

Genre: Action, First-Person Shooter

File Size: NSW: 26.3 GB | NS2: 31.6 GB

Upgrade details:

• Mouse control support
• Enhanced visuals and frame rate
• Quality mode/Performance mode

Nintendo Switch 2 features:

• Aim with a Joy-Con™ 2 controller as a mouse
• Experience enhanced resolution, framerate, and load times in the Nintendo Switch 2 edition of the game

BOUNTY HUNTER:

• Samus Aran: One of the greatest bounty hunters in the galaxy. Capable of completing any mission—no matter the danger.

WORLD:

• PLANET Viewros: An unknown planet. Samus suddenly finds herself transported to the greenery of an ancient jungle.

OBJECTIVE:

• Explore the mysterious planet to find a way home: Scan stone statues and ruins for clues on how to move forward. Battle abhorrant alien creatures who inhabit the planet.

POWERS:

• Psychic
abilities: Mysterious powers that Samus acquires while exploring the planet. Wield them wisely to clear your path forward.

FRIEND OR FOE?:

• Lamorn: An alien race that once existed on planet Viewros. They make a solemn request of Samus.

DEADLY SHARPSHOOTER:

• Sylux: An enigmatic bounty hunter with a deep-seated grudge against the Galactic Federation—and Samus.

TRAVERSE:

• Vi-O-La: A technologically advanced bike that Samus can ride. Use it to get around the environment or battle while out in the open.

Joy-Con 2 mouse controls: Play using mouse controls made possible by the Joy-Con™ 2 controllers or standard button controls. Move the right Joy-Con 2 controller like a mouse to aim and navigate with greater precision.

Choose your display mode: Explore planet Viewros in greater detail with a higher resolution, faster framerate, and HDR support for more vivid colors.

• Quality Mode Docked: 4K 60 fps HDR
• Handheld/Tabletop: 1080p 60 fps HDR
• Performance Mode Docked: 1080p 120 fps HDR
• Handheld/Tabletop: 720p 120 fps HDR

Go all-in on visual detail with Quality Mode, or choose Performance Mode to prioritize even smoother gameplay. You can choose either mode to suit your preference.

4K, HDR, and 120 fps in TV mode require a compatible display.

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