The Nintendo Switch has been an RPG buffet, so, unsurprisingly, there’s already a healthy list of Switch 2 RPGs planned on the June 5 2025 launch day and beyond.
It’s quite the mixture too. Brand new gems, ports of Nintendo classics, hotly-anticpated sequels, and some of the biggest RPGs of this decade make up an impressive and ever-growing roster of Switch 2 RPGs.
We’ll update this list with every confirmed Switch 2 RPG, along with release dates as they become available. So keep an eye on this one to plan your RPG-playing future on the next big console.
Switch 2 RPGs Confirmed So Far
Bestiario
Developer: Wiggin Industries
Publisher: Wiggin Industries
A JRPG-inspired turn-based game soaked in Spanish mythology and folklore. It’s also a bit of a social sim as well. Wiggin Industries aims to leverage its unique Spanish flavor to bring a fresh perspective to established formulas.
Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition
Developer: FromSoftware
Publisher: Bandai Namco
2025
The highly-acclaimed action RPG finally comes to a Nintendo system. It’ll be interesting to see if the Switch 2 version brings anything new to the juggernaut.
Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut
Developer: Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio
Publisher: SEGA
June 5, 2025
A new version of one of the best games in the Yakuza series is coming to Switch 2. There will be deeper insight into key incidents and backstories with brand-new cutscenes added.
Borderlands 4
Developer: Gearbox
Publisher: 2K
2025
Gearbox will bring the latest in the Borderlands series to Switch 2. If it’s anything like the kind of fun Borderlands 2 was, then it could be a portable treat.
Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster
Developer: Square Enix/Silicon Studio
Publisher: Square Enix/Nintendo
June 5, 2025
Initially released for Nintendo 3DS in 2012, this new HD Remaster of Bravely Default: Flying Fairy comes as a Switch 2 exclusive at the launch of the console.
Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition
Developer: CD Projekt Red
Publisher: CD Projekt Red
June 5, 2025
Once upon a time, you’d have wondered if Cyberpunk 2077 would have even been something desirable as a console launch title. Now, with the game in a much healthier state, it’ll be seen as something of a benchmark for the technical quality of Switch 2.
Deltarune Chapters 1-4
Developer: Toby Fox
Publisher: Toby Fox
June 5, 2025
Undertale was a big hit on the original Switch, so having Chapters 3 & 4 of Deltarune debut at the launch of Switch 2 is a smart move. If you’ve never played the first two chapters, this’ll be a great time to really dive into the Undertale follow-up.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade
Developer: Square Enix
Publisher: Square Enix
June 5, 2025
The former PlayStation exclusive Final Fantasy 7 remake comes to Switch 2, with the Yuffie expansion, Intermission, included for Nintendo players to enjoy.
Hades 2
Developer: Supergiant Games
Publisher: Supergiant Games
2025
Supergiant games found a welcome home for Hades on the original Switch, so Hades 2 coming to Switch 2 is going to be a big deal as it will be the first console (alongside the original Switch) to get the game.
Hollow Knight: Silksong
Developer: Team Cherry
Publisher: Team Cherry
2025
The much-anticipated sequel to Hollow Knight feels like it’s taking forever to arrive, but when it does, the Switch 2 will be among its launch platforms.
Hogwarts Legacy
Developer: Portkey Games
Publisher: Warner Bros.
June 5, 2025
A Switch 2 version of the game.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment
Developer: Koei Tecmo Games
Publisher: Nintendo
Winter 2025
Yes, this is very much a hack-and-slash musou, but since it’s set in the world of The Legend of Zelda, it’s on the list. A follow-up to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild spinoff, Age of Calamity, Age of Imprisonment delves into the historical Imprisoning War.
Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road
Developer: LEVEL-5
Publisher: LEVEL-5
August 21, 2025
The latest in the long-running soccer RPG series shoots for Switch 2 this summer.
Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess
Developer: Capcom
Publisher: Capcom
June 5, 2025
Capcom’s underappreciated action strategy gem gets a Switch 2 version for the console’s launch. It seems like it would be a good fit.
My Time at Evershine
Developer: Palthea Games
Publisher: Palthea Games
TBA
The latest from the My Time at Portia and Sandrock developer is the most ambitious entry yet, and will be coming to Switch 2 in the future.
Pokémon Legends Z-A
Developer: Game Freak/Creatures Inc,
Publisher: Nintendo/The Pokemon Company
2025
A Nintendo Switch 2 edition of the upcoming Switch game will see boosted visuals and performance.
Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army
Developer: Atlus
Publisher: SEGA
June 5, 2025
The remastered detective RPG from Atlus will be a launch game for the Switch 2.
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time
Developer: Level-5 Osaka
Publisher: Level-5
TBC
The chilled-out life sim RPG and its multifaceted Life (jobs) system will make the leap from Switch to Switch 2 at some point.
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma
Developer: Marvelous
Publisher: Marvelous/XSEED
June 5, 2025
Farming, flirting and fighting are the cornerstones of this action RPG which is out in time for a Switch 2 launch.
Star Wars Outlaws
Developer: Massive Entertainment
Publisher: Ubisoft
September 4, 2025
Massive Entertainment’s blockbuster Star Wars adventure makes the lightspeed jump to Switch 2 this September.
Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar
Developer: Marvelous
Publisher: Marvelous/XSEED
August 2, 2025
Inspired by the Nintendo DS game, this farming RPG could be a chilled out way to spend your summer evenings.
Suikoden I & II HD Remaster Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars
Developer: Konami
Publisher: Konami
June 5, 2025
The classic RPGs return with his fantastic duo of remasters releasing on Switch 2 on launch day.
Synth Beasts
Developer: Radhood Advance
Publisher: Radhood Publishing
TBA
An action RPG with Pokemon-esque monster taming, Synth Beasts seems like a perfect match for Switch 2.
The Duskbloods
Developer: FromSoftware
Publisher: Nintendo
2026
FromSoftware brings a brand new Switch 2 exclusive out in 2026, but it’s a bit of a departure from its RPG-heavy outings. The Duskbloods is a multiplayer-focused title with PvPvE elements, akin to extraction games like Hunt: Showdown.
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
Developer: Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo
June 5, 2025
A souped up version of the Switch game comes with all the extras, plus HDR support, enhanced resolution, and support for the new Zelda Notes app with voice controls and real-time navigation.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Developer: Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo
June 5, 2025
The same deal as its predecessor. A beefier version of a game that felt like it was pushing the original Switch past its technical limits should make for an even more delightful experience. The Zelda Notes app will let players upload and share Autobuild recipes. So things can get wilder than you might have been able to imagine before thanks to other player’s bonkers contraptions.
The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker (GameCube Nintendo Classics)
Developer: Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo
June 5, 2025
With GameCube games debuting on Switch 2, it would have been criminal not to include the fantastic Wind Waker as one of the first titles.
Wild Hearts S
Developer: Omega Force
Publisher: Koei Tecmo
July 25
Koei Tecmo’s Monster Hunter-aping RPG gets a revised Switch 2 release this summer. With that style of game being right at home on portable Nintendo systems, it could find a new lease of life.
Witchbrook
Developer: Chucklefish/Robotality
Publisher: Chucklefish
2025
This isometric co-op witchy life sim basically looks like a Kiki’s Delivery Service RPG. Sold.
Ys X: Proud Nordics
Developer: Nihon Falcom/PH3
Publisher: NiS America
July 31, 2025 (Japan)
An upgraded version of Ys X: Nordics is definitely coming to Switch 2, but so far it only has a Japanese release date.
Pokemon Colosseum (GameCube Nintendo Classics)
Developer: Genius Sonority
Publisher: The Pokemon Company/Nintendo
June 5, 2025
One of two Pokemon games from the GameCube era to get launched with the GameCube Classics catalog.
Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness (GameCube Nintendo Classics)
Developer: Genius Sonority
Publisher: The Pokemon Company/Nintendo
June 5, 2025
And here’s the other one!
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance (GameCube Nintendo Classics)
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Publisher: Nintendo
June 5, 2025
With Fire Emblem still going strong today, it’ll be fascinating to go back to this GameCube entry 20 years on from its debut.
