Best Nintendo Switch 2 Games to Buy Right Now
The Nintendo Switch 2 launched in June 2025 and has spent its first year building a library that mixes powerhouse exclusives with impressive third-party ports. Whether you just bought one or you're looking for your next game, here are the 10 best titles available right now.
1. Mario Kart World
The launch title that sold millions of Switch 2 consoles. Expanded tracks, new mechanics, and the smoothest online racing Nintendo has ever delivered.
2. Pokémon Pokopia
The highest-rated Pokémon game in years (89 Metacritic). The Legends formula perfected. 2.2 million copies sold in its opening weekend.
3. Donkey Kong Bananza
Fully destructible environments and physics-driven platforming make this a genuine technical showcase for the Switch 2. A GOTY contender.
4. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild / Tears of the Kingdom
Both Zelda games now run at 60fps on Switch 2 with enhanced editions. If you somehow haven't played them, this is the definitive way.
5. Cyberpunk 2077
CD Projekt Red's redemption arc continues — Night City runs shockingly well on Switch 2 with medium-to-high settings. Includes all DLC. An incredible portable experience.
6. Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade
The full Midgar experience on a handheld. The Switch 2 port preserves the visual spectacle. FF7 Rebirth arrives on Switch 2 this June.
7. Resident Evil 7 / RE Requiem
Both available on Switch 2. RE7 is a technical showpiece for the hardware. Requiem proves the Switch 2 can handle 2026's biggest games.
8. Kirby Air Riders
A 20-year-awaited sequel to Kirby Air Ride. Unique racing mechanics and a story mode make this a must-play exclusive.
9. Hitman: World of Assassination
Three full campaigns, arcade challenges, and Freelancer mode. One of the most content-rich packages on the platform.
10. Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD
A remaster of the beloved 3DS JRPG. Timeless turn-based combat with the Brave/Default system. A perfect portable RPG.
📌 THE BOTTOM LINE
The Switch 2's library is maturing fast. Between first-party exclusives like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza, enhanced Zelda editions, and console-quality ports of Cyberpunk 2077 and RE Requiem, there's no shortage of reasons to own one. And with FF7 Rebirth, Star Fox Remake, and The Adventures of Elliot arriving in June, the summer lineup looks stacked.