As the gaming world eagerly anticipates the next big leap with the Nintendo Switch 2, the original Switch still has plenty of exciting new titles in the works. With its massive install base and legendary library of iconic games, including The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Odyssey, the Switch remains a vital player in the gaming landscape.
In Nintendo’s latest financial report, it has been confirmed that the original Switch will not be forgotten, with multiple high-profile games slated for release in 2025 and 2026. Here’s a rundown of the five standout titles coming to the Switch:
1. Pokémon Legends: Z-A (Late 2025)
Get ready to journey across a new region in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, the latest installment in the Pokémon franchise. Set to launch in late 2025, this action-RPG title will build on the foundation laid by Pokémon Legends: Arceus, featuring a new narrative, fresh gameplay mechanics, and a sprawling open world. Fans of the series will want to mark their calendars for this highly anticipated release.
2. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond (2025)
After years of anticipation and delays, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is finally approaching its release on the Nintendo Switch. First announced in 2017, this long-awaited addition to the Metroid franchise promises to deliver a gripping first-person adventure, with Samus Aran venturing through new alien environments, battling hostile creatures, and unraveling a mysterious plot. Set for release in 2025, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is expected to be a must-play title for fans of the series.
3. Rhythm Heaven Groove (2026)
The rhythm-based fun of Rhythm Heaven is returning with Rhythm Heaven Groove, slated for release in 2026. Building on the series’ quirky and addictive gameplay, Groove will feature a collection of new music tracks, mini-games, and challenges to test your timing and reflexes. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the franchise, this game is sure to keep you tapping to the beat.
4. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream (2026)
Tomodachi Life fans are in for a treat in 2026 with the announcement of Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. The quirky life-simulation series is making its return to the Switch with a host of new features, including even more customization options for your Miis, new scenarios to experience, and fresh ways to interact with your virtual neighbors. Get ready for some zany, unexpected fun as you guide your Miis through their daily lives.
5. Pokémon Champions (TBD)
Although currently without a confirmed release window, Pokémon Champions is a promising PvP game set in the world of Pokémon. This competitive multiplayer title will allow players to battle it out with their favorite Pokémon in real-time, either solo or with friends. While its release date is yet to be determined, it’s expected to be a major addition to the Pokémon series, whether it lands in 2025, 2026, or beyond.
Even with the focus shifting to the Nintendo Switch 2, the original Nintendo Switch still has plenty of exciting games coming in 2025 and 2026. From Pokémon Legends: Z-A to Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, there’s no shortage of adventures, rhythm games, and quirky simulations to look forward to. With so many great titles on the horizon, the Switch remains a key part of Nintendo’s future for years to come.