Top 15 Best Nintendo Switch 2 Games — Summary
IGN has published its curated list of the 15 essential Nintendo Switch 2 titles, choosing only games built specifically for Switch 2 (with one minor exception). Ports and boosted editions of old Switch 1 games were excluded.
Below is a concise breakdown of each pick.
15. PowerWash Simulator 2
A relaxing, no-pressure sequel that expands its cleaning puzzles with bigger, more complex environments. “Good, clean fun.”
14. Pokémon Legends: Z-A
A bold reinvention of Pokémon: turn-based battles are replaced with real-time combat, making it the most radical evolution of the series in years.
13. Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment
A musou prequel to Tears of the Kingdom with smoother performance, satisfying combat, and massive enemy battles now running properly on Switch 2.
12. Ball X Pit
A wildly addictive brick-breaker inspired by Vampire Survivors, filled with chaotic pixel explosions, superpowered balls, and light settlement management.
11. Kirby Air Riders
A surprise sequel to Kirby Air Ride, mixing kart-racer chaos with Smash-style combat. Made by Masahiro Sakurai.
Switch 2 Review Summary (IGN Score: 7/10)
A stronger, faster Switch with 4K output, higher framerates, and faster loads, but feels more like a necessary upgrade than an exciting leap. Innovative new Joy-Con with mouse controls are clever but uncomfortable.
10. Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time
Part life sim, part action RPG, and one of Switch 2’s most charming, cosy time-sinks. Technically released on Switch 1 first, but the enhanced Switch 2 version earns its place.
9. Mario Kart World
The biggest shakeup since Double Dash. Features open-road exploration mixed with traditional kart races and time-trial challenges.
8. Split Fiction
Hazelight’s latest co-op adventure. Two authors travel through worlds created from their own imaginations. Packed with varied gameplay and perfect for Joy-Con multiplayer.
7. Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition
A jaw-dropping feat: Cyberpunk 2077 fully playable on a handheld Nintendo system. Includes the acclaimed Phantom Liberty expansion.
6. Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake
Gorgeous modern remakes that preserve the classic charm of the 1986–87 originals. Among the best RPGs now available on Switch 2.
(Note on Missing Games)
Breath of the Wild, Tears of the Kingdom, Kirby and the Forgotten Land, and Super Mario Party Jamboree got enhanced Switch 2 versions — but aren’t counted here as true Switch 2 games.
5. Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles
The definitive remaster of the 1997 classic. Tight, tactical gameplay, full voice acting, improved UI, and striking updated visuals.
4. Deltarune
Toby Fox’s evolving RPG continues to subvert expectations with humor, emotional storytelling, and inventive battle systems. More chapters coming as free updates.
3. Hollow Knight: Silksong
After years of anticipation, Team Cherry delivers: a punishing, expertly crafted metroidvania with deep exploration, brutal bosses, and immaculate level design.
2. Donkey Kong Bananza
Donkey Kong’s first major 3D platformer in ages — and a triumph. A creative, destructive, Odyssey-inspired adventure packed with secrets and massive sculptable worlds.
1. Hades 2
A Switch 2 exclusive — and the console’s crown jewel. Supergiant refines the roguelike formula to perfection with fluid combat, deep progression, and stunning art. “The most fun you can have on your Switch 2.”
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