2025 was a big year for gaming, and that includes gaming hardware. Nintendo launched its Switch 2 console in June, and since then, several Switch 2 titles and notable updates to original Switch games have been launched. These include brand-new Nintendo experiences like mario kart world And Donkey Kong BananzaAlso includes some delayed but welcome third-party titles cyberpunk 2077 And Divinity: Original Sin 2even like the classics The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Got some new life on advanced consoles.
If you’re considering buying a console, or you’re buying a console for someone else, there are 11 games that we think are must-buys for any Switch 2 owner.
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if so what mario kart world Comes in the box with the $499 Switch 2 bundle? It’s still very easy to recommend as few other games match the pace at which it lets you move and have fun. The latest entry in Nintendo’s best-selling racing franchise includes tons of new characters, an open-world single-player mode, unique interconnected courses, and more.
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One of the best ways to play Origin hollow knight was on the Nintendo Switch, so it’s no surprise that the Switch 2 is a great way to enjoy the long-awaited sequel, silksongThe side-scrolling action exploration game looks fantastic, and its gorgeous animations are easy to appreciate thanks to the console’s 120Hz refresh rate screen,
Before Larian Studios was formed baldur’s gate 3It was best known for divinity series. The developers recently announced plans to reboot the RPG franchise, but for now, this is the closest thing bg3 That’s something Switch 2 owners can experience right now Divinity: Original Sin 2A fantastic RPG that was first launched in late 2017. It just got a free Switch 2 update that boosts the visuals and reduces slowdown, and I highly recommend playing it.
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the team that developed super mario odyssey clearly had a ball in his most recent game, Donkey Kong BananzaIt’s equally ambitious in terms of level design, giving Donkey Kong several unique transformation powers, But it is much more destructive, allowing him to break through obstacles and destroy everything in sight by using his fists or punching the ground,
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Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition
You know Nintendo did something right with the Switch 2 when the graphics showcase cyberpunk 2077 Appears as a launch game. The first-person-shooter-meets-RPG plays well on the system, especially when you use the Joy-Con 2 in mouse mode, which makes it feel like the PC version. This version of the game includes excellent Phantom Liberty DLC that adds even more action, as well as Idris Elba.
After nearly a decade of development, the first new metroid prime The game is now available for Switch 2 in almost 20 years. It runs at glorious 4K on the new hardware (or 1080p at up to 120 frames per second), but beyond the looks, it’s great to be back in the butt-kicking boots of Samus Aran again. This time, he’s got a Wee-o-la motorcycle to travel around the desert area that connects the main dungeons. The story and exploration may not have the same magic as the original mainBut its best parts are still worth paying the price of admission for the experience.
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sniping 3 The original was already a fun game on the Switch, but it gets even better with the free Switch 2 update. With faster loading speeds and better-looking visuals, it’s up to you to create epic chaos in its fun single-player campaign and online multiplayer modes.
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The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
The release of the Switch 2 made old things new again. For example, the original Switch launch title The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Nothing has ever looked or played better than the new Switch 2 version, which costs $10 if you have the Switch game or $70 alone (the upgrade is free if you have the Switch Online + Expansion Pack). The faster frame rates, faster loading times, better visuals, and the GPS-style mobile app feature make it feel like a breath of fresh air.
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Rockstar Games’ open-world western was late to the original Switch, but the new (and free) Switch 2 update makes it shine in some surprising ways. It not only gets a visual and performance boost due to the new console’s more powerful specifications, but also adds a PC-like mouse mode to make aiming much easier (and more fun to play).
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If you have never played no man’s skyCan we change the brain so I can experience it for the first time again? The space exploration game with an infinite universe (made possible through procedural generation that makes each player’s experience unique) is one of gaming’s biggest success stories in recent years. The developers make several significant updates every year, making it an excellent game to play, whether you want to relax or engage in space empire building. Oh, and the Switch 2 update is free for those who own the base game.
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Fortnite This is the only game on this list that is free to play, but that doesn’t make it something you should skip. Epic Games’ battle royale-style shooter is a cultural juggernaut featuring characters representing a huge range of fans. The Switch 2 port makes it feel like a completely different game than the original Switch version. You can join as a character Dragon Ball ZLock and load as your favorite family member simpsonsOr assume the role of Sabrina Carpenter or Kim Kardashian, to name just a few of the literally dozens of tie-ins that are fun to see in the game.
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