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Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, and all the Nintendo Switch 2 Games announced

Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, and all the Nintendo Switch 2 Games announced

TOI Tech Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 3, 2025, 14:07 IST

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The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct on April 2, finally gave us a comprehensive look at what games we can expect for Nintendo's new console launching on June 5th. After months of anticipation following January's hardware-focused reveal, we now have a clear picture of the launch lineup and beyond. Nintendo seems to be taking a balanced approach with their new console, offering both brand new experiences and updated versions of fan favorites. The launch lineup is particularly strong, with a new Mario Kart title leading the charge alongside several third-party heavy hitters. Here are all the games announced for Switch 2, and their release date.

Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, and all the Nintendo Switch 2 Games announced

Nintendo Switch 2 exclusives

Mario Kart World - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
Survival Kids - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
Donkey Kong Bananza - July 17, 2025
Drag x Drive - Summer 2025
Kirby Air Riders - 2025
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment - Winter 2025
The Duskbloods - 2026

Nintendo Switch 2 Edition games

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
Sid Meier's Civilization VII - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
Tamagotchi Plaza - June 27, 2025
Shadow Labyrinth - July 18, 2025
Super Mario Party Jamboree + Jamboree TV - July 24, 2025
Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar - August 27, 2025
Kirby and the Forgotten Land + Star-Crossed World - August 28, 2025
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond - 2025
Pokémon Legends: Z-A - Late 2025

GameCube Classics games (Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack)

The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
Soulcalibur 2 - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
F-Zero GX - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)

Third-Party games

Arcade Archives 2 Ridge Racer - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
Deltarune (Chapters 1-4) - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
Fast Fusion - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
Fortnite - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
Hitman World of Assassination – Signature Edition - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
Hogwarts Legacy - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
Nobunaga's Ambition: Awakening Complete Edition - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
Split Fiction - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
Street Fighter 6 - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
Yakuza 0 Director's Cut - June 5, 2025 (Launch Day)
Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army - June 19, 2025
No Sleep For Nakame Date – From AI: The Somnium Files - July 25, 2025
Wild Hearts S - July 25, 2025
Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion - September 5, 2025
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 - Summer 2025
Marvel Cosmic Invasion - Holiday 2025
Witchbrook - Holiday 2025
Borderlands 4 - 2025
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition - 2025
Goodnight Universe - 2025
Hollow Knight: Silksong - 2025
Professor Layton and The New World of Steam - 2025
Reanimal - 2025
Star Wars Outlaws - 2025
Two Point Museum - 2025
Enter the Gungeon 2 - 2026
Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions - 2026
EA Sports FC - TBA
EA Sports Madden NFL - TBA
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade - TBA
Hades II - TBA
Human Fall Flat 2 - TBA
NBA 2K - TBA
Project 007 - TBA
WWE 2K - TBA

The Switch 2's lineup offers something for nearly every type of player. From family-friendly Nintendo staples like Mario Kart and Donkey Kong to mature experiences like Cyberpunk 2077 and Elden Ring, the console is clearly aiming to appeal to a broad audience. The inclusion of GameCube classics will also please longtime Nintendo fans who have been requesting more access to the company's back catalog.

Nintendo Switch 2 games prices are going up

While the original Switch largely maintained a $59.99 price point for most games (with Tears of the Kingdom being the exception at $69.99), the Switch 2 is seeing some price increases. Mario Kart World will launch at $79.99, while Donkey Kong Bananza will cost $69.99. This suggests Nintendo is following the industry trend toward higher prices for AAA titles on next-generation hardware.
Nintendo Switch 2 launches June 5 for $449.

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