Switch 2 release windows are becoming clearer as Nintendo begins to lock in its first-year roadmap. In an official update shared via press and internal dev reports, the company has now reaffirmed timing for some of the biggest titles launching across 2025.
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While a few fan-favorite games are still listed as “TBA,” the ones we now know are coming sooner than expected—and it’s already shaping up to be a stacked first year.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – Holiday 2025
Yes, it’s still real. Nintendo has officially reaffirmed Metroid Prime 4: Beyond as a holiday 2025 release. That puts it right in the peak launch season and positions it as the year’s big narrative action title.
The game is said to be nearing final polish and internal playtesting, with performance scaling optimized for both handheld and docked play.
Donkey Kong Bananza – Fall 2025
Nintendo’s long-awaited 3D Donkey Kong platformer has been confirmed for an early fall release. Donkey Kong Bananza is designed as both a showcase of Switch 2’s visual engine and a throwback to the spirit of Donkey Kong 64 and Jungle Beat.
Fans of Mario Odyssey and Tropical Freeze will want to keep a close eye on this one—it could be Nintendo’s sleeper hit of the year.
Mario Kart World – Day One
This one’s no surprise, but it’s nice to see it cemented. Mario Kart World will be Switch 2’s premier launch title, arriving on June 5 alongside the console.
Featuring a 24-player online mode, global tracks, and a brand-new Knockout Mode, it’s shaping up to be more than just another Kart entry—it’s a reinvention.
Other Confirmed 2025 Games
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- Street Fighter 6 – Launch Day
- Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition – Summer 2025
- The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild / Tears of the Kingdom (Enhanced Editions) – August 2025
- Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Winter 2025
And that’s just the beginning. Nintendo has over 60 confirmed games for Switch 2 already in the pipeline—spanning remasters, new IPs, third-party showcases, and retro revivals. From heavy hitters like Star Wars Outlaws to niche gems like Yooka-Replaylee, this first wave might be Nintendo’s most diverse lineup ever.
Nintendo is clearly frontloading Switch 2 with a high-profile mix of action, adventure, remasters, and third-party showcases.
Final Thoughts
Switch 2 release windows are giving players a lot to plan for—and even more to look forward to. While we’re still waiting on firm dates for games like Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment and Drag x Drive, the confirmed slate already rivals any console’s first-year output.
Which confirmed 2025 title are you most excited for? Let us know below and stay tuned as we update this list with the next wave of announcements.
