All Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Titles, Ranked

Have you already bought your Nintendo Switch 2 console yet? If you haven’t, you may be wondering what games are available on the platform and whether they are worth upgrading your Nintendo Switch. I’d say the console and the games available on it go hand in hand in terms of making a purchase decision. Otherwise, if the available games aren’t worth it, you might as well wait for Nintendo to add more worthwhile titles to the catalog. 

The good news is that the current Nintendo Switch 2 launch titles are pretty exhaustive of genres. You have your Mario Kart World racing game, Split Fiction platforming game, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom adventure game, and many more. In total, there are over 20 games you can access on Nintendo Switch 2 at launch. 

Admittedly, most are ports and backward-compatible Nintendo Switch 1 games. However, we do expect more, hopefully exciting, releases in the coming weeks and months. Here’s our ranking of all Nintendo Switch 2 launch titles below.

26. Arcade Archives 2 RIDGE RACER

Firstly, we have Arcade Archives 2 RIDGE RACER, an arcade-style racer in every way, whether in graphics or gameplay. Still, it delivers a fun playthrough with a great sense of speed.

25. Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour

Secondly, we have Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour, which is strangely going for $10. Still, it’s a pleasant way to learn the ins and outs of the new console, including inputs, features, and more tech details.

24. Nintendo GameCube Classics

Fans of the GameCube retro console also have something special: a whopping three classic titles, featuring The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, SOULCALIBUR II, and F-Zero GX to rejuvenate the old days. 

23. Survival Kids

Next, we have Survival Kids, also bringing back a ‘90s classic of the same name. While not particularly innovative, it does provide a fun, cozy adventure with friends and family.

22. Nobunaga’s Ambition: Awakening Complete Edition

Nobunaga’s Ambition: Awakening may not be perfect. But it does truly feel like you’re back in time, attempting to unify Japan through diplomacy and tactical battles.

21. Puyo Puyo Tetris

Next on our ranking of all Nintendo Switch 2 launch titles is Puyo Puyo Tetris. It’s pretty packed, combining Tetris’ addictive falling blocks and Puyo Puyo’s entertaining bean-matching gameplay. 

20. Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess

Unfortunately, Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess’ visuals are a letdown. But it does retain its endeared tactical tower-defense and fast-paced swordplay. 

19. FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time

You can enjoy a peaceful and whimsical RPG ride in FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time. Pretty surprising, too, with its blend of cozy and quality gathering, crafting, and exploration loop.

18. Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade

Another RPG you can place your bet on is Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade. It tells an original story, doubtlessly intriguing, alongside deep characters and seamless gameplay

17. Deltarune Chapters 1, 2, 3, and 4

The quality of the chapters of Deltarune differs. However, the episodic structure of its tale and imaginary world means you’ll enjoy an engrossing journey that expands both emotionally and meaningfully.

16. Hitman: World of Assassination Signature Edition

Then, we have Hitman: World of Assassination, a pretty decently executed game on Switch 2. You get a whopping three of the best Hitman games, thus lots of content and replayability. 

15. Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma

Also on our ranking of all Nintendo Switch 2 launch titles is Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma. It’s a farming simulation game that’s bigger, offering more things to do.

14. Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster

After Rune Factory is Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster, a JRPG that nails story progression and character development. You truly enjoy maxing out characters and becoming more experienced in the turn-based battle system. 

13. Fast Fusion

Using a hyper jump feature, you can leap into the sky in your automobile in Fast Fusion. It’s futuristic racing at its best, defying gravity at every turn.

12. Sonic X Shadow Generations

In addition, Sonic X Shadow Generations looks good on the Switch 2, combining Shadow’s dark journey to confront his past and Sonic Generations’ nostalgic experience.

11. Yakuza 0: Director’s Cut

Yakuza 0: Director’s Cut falls next on our ranking of all Nintendo Switch 2 launch titles. It’s just as exhilarating as you imagine, with newcomers getting the chance to enjoy an electric start into the crime-ridden Yakuza series.

10. Hogwarts Legacy

Furthermore, Hogwarts Legacy runs smoothly on Switch 2. While the story can be predictable, the characters and world remain a treat for Harry Potter fans.

9. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

As you might remember, every turn roaming about in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild brought about a new secret, puzzle, enemy, NPC, mystery,… You simply never run out of things to do. 

8. No Man’s Sky

Despite the magnitude of planets you can visit, explore, and colonize in No Man’s Sky, Nintendo Switch 2 handles the visuals and performance pretty well. 

7. Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition

In a world of technologically-enhanced bodies, you’re a mercenary trying to climb the ranks of power. On Switch 2, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition performs well, taking advantage of the console’s motion and mouse controls and Gyroscope Mode for precise interaction with the menus and inventories.

6. Fortnite

Moreover, Fortnite takes sixth place on our ranking of all Nintendo Switch 2 launch titles. It’s an already exceptional battle royale. However, it maintains a steady 60 fps and overall splendid performance.

5. Street Fighter 6 Year 1 – 2 Fighters Edition

At 26 characters and 20 stages, you’ll enjoy a ton of content in Street Fighter 6, and the visuals and performance on Switch 2 look and sound great.

4. Sid Meier’s Civilization VII

Equally important, Sid Meier’s Civilization VII offers the same civilization-building and empire-dominating experience you’re used to, only smoother and graphically enhanced. 

3. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

Above all, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’s world has been the most breathtaking. Now, you can enjoy all the gorgeous detail and content it has to offer on the Switch 2 at 60 fps and 1080p.

2. Split Fiction

Meanwhile, Split Fiction is a two-person platforming affair. You play in split-screen mode, on a steady 30 fps, jumping between fantasy and sci-fi worlds.

1. Mario Kart World

And finally, closing off our ranking of all Nintendo Switch 2 launch titles is Mario Kart World. I’m happy to report that the showpiece title for Switch 2 does the platform justice, delivering beautifully chaotic but stellar racing in such massive, sprawling open worlds.