The 27 Best Games For The Nintendo Switch

From Zelda to Mario , here are our favorite Switch games

By Kenneth Shepard Published December 26, 2025 |

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The Switch 2 is out and Nintendo’s original handheld/console hybrid getting ready to sail west to the summer country. Since 2017, Nintendo has made the most of less-powerful hardware and created an ecosystem unlike that offered by its direct competitors. Compared to its high-end rivals, including its own next-gen successor, the Switch is by no means a very powerful way to play games today. But it’s still one of the most affordable and versatile, allowing you to play console-quality games from almost anywhere, from your couch to the bus. If you’re just now hopping on the Switch train—it’s still regularly one of the cheapest machines on the market—here are the best games to start with.