New Nintendo Switch 2 games still coming in 2026
The biggest Nintendo Switch 2 games still coming in 2026 include Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition, Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, Orbitals, Minecraft for Nintendo Switch 2, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Metaphor: ReFantazio, and The Duskbloods. The remaining schedule stretches from late August through December, with several games still carrying a general 2026 release window.
This calendar was updated on August 24, 2026 using Nintendo's official 2026 games roundup, current Nintendo of America announcements, publisher information, and the latest public release schedules. Dates can move, so check the linked store or publisher page before pre-ordering.
| Release date | Game | Genre / reason to watch | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 27 | Metal Gear Solid Collection Vol. 2 | Stealth collection featuring MGS4 and Peace Walker | Upcoming |
| August 27 | Brigandine: Abyss | Strategy RPG with six playable leaders | Upcoming |
| August 28 | Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition | FromSoftware's open-world action RPG on Switch 2 | Upcoming |
| September 2 | Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault | Shopkeeping action RPG with roguelike dungeons | Upcoming |
| September 3 | Orbitals | Switch 2-exclusive two-player co-op adventure | Upcoming |
| September 4 | Onimusha: Way of the Sword | Capcom samurai action RPG | Upcoming |
| September 4 | NBA 2K27 | Basketball simulation | Upcoming |
| September 9 | Valheim | Viking survival game with cross-play | Upcoming |
| September 10 | Trails from Zero / Trails to Azure | Two connected Crossbell JRPGs | Upcoming |
| September 15 | RuneScape: Dragonwilds | Co-op survival RPG | Upcoming |
| September 16 | Another Eden Begins | Time-travelling turn-based RPG | Upcoming |
| September 17 | Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave | Switch 2-exclusive tactical RPG | Upcoming |
| September 17 | Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter | Story-driven JRPG sequel | Upcoming |
| September 17 | Trine 6: Together in Time | Fantasy puzzle-platforming co-op | Upcoming |
| September 18 | LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight | Open-world LEGO superhero adventure | Upcoming |
| September 24 | Dragon Quest XI S: Switch 2 Edition | Enhanced edition of the acclaimed JRPG | Upcoming |
| September 24 | Shinobi: Art of Vengeance | Stylish action platformer | Upcoming |
| September 24 | Harvest Moon: Echoes of Teradea | Farming and life simulation | Upcoming |
| September 29 | Minecraft Dungeons 2 | Co-op action dungeon crawler | Upcoming |
| October 1 | Rayman Legends Retold | Expanded remake of the platformer | Upcoming |
| October 1 | Octopath Traveler I & II | HD-2D JRPG collection | Upcoming |
| October 8 | Kingdom Hearts Collection | Native Switch 2 collection rather than cloud streaming | Upcoming |
| October 9 | Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen | Expanded open-world action RPG | Upcoming |
| October 14 | The Witch's Bakery | Cozy adventure RPG set in Paris | Upcoming |
| October 15 | Ratatan | Rhythm-action roguelike | Upcoming |
| October 15 | Tormented Souls 2 | Classic-style survival horror | Upcoming |
| October 16 | Tales of Eternia Remastered | Remastered action JRPG | Upcoming |
| October 22 | Final Fantasy Resonance | New HD-2D turn-based RPG | Upcoming |
| October 22 | Nintendo Switch Sports Resort | Motion-controlled sports collection | Upcoming |
| October 23 | Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 | Campaign, multiplayer, and DMZ on Switch 2 | Upcoming |
| October 23 | One Piece: Grand Gourmet | Restaurant-management game starring Sanji | Upcoming |
| October 27 | Minecraft for Nintendo Switch 2 | Native edition with upgraded visuals | Upcoming |
| October 27 | Remothered: Red Nun's Legacy | Psychological survival horror | Upcoming |
| October 28 | Anomalith | Dystopian Japanese survival horror | Upcoming |
| October 29 | Steins;Gate Re:Boot | Modernized edition of the visual novel | Upcoming |
| October 29 | Hello Kitty Party Land | Multiplayer party game | Upcoming |
| November 5 | Crymelight | Alice in Wonderland-inspired roguelike | Upcoming |
| November 12 | Metaphor: ReFantazio | Atlus fantasy RPG | Upcoming |
| December 3 | Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World | Monster-collecting RPG | Upcoming |
| December 3 | Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Switch 2 Edition | Enhanced edition with additional content | Upcoming |
| December 10 | Attack on Titan 3 | Action game concluding the Survey Corps story | Upcoming |
August 2026 Switch 2 games
Metal Gear Solid Collection Vol. 2 — August 27
Metal Gear Solid Collection Vol. 2 brings Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker to Switch 2 alongside additional series material. It is the most substantial late-August option for players who want story-heavy stealth games rather than another open-world RPG.
Brigandine: Abyss — August 27
Brigandine: Abyss is a strategy RPG about choosing one of six leaders and commanding an army against an expanding empire. Its hex-based battles and multiple perspectives make it one of the more replayable tactical releases on the remaining calendar.
Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition — August 28
Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition brings the Lands Between to Nintendo's current hardware after its original Switch 2 release window moved for additional performance work. Nintendo confirms an August 28 launch, online co-op for up to three players, invasions, and a $79.99 US price.
This will be an important technical test for Switch 2. The appeal of playing Elden Ring portably is obvious, but players concerned about image quality or frame-rate stability should wait for analysis of the final retail build.
September 2026 Switch 2 games
September is the busiest month on the remaining Switch 2 calendar. It covers first-party strategy, major ports, survival games, co-op adventures, sports, and several JRPGs.
Orbitals — September 3
Orbitals is a Switch 2-exclusive two-player co-op adventure set inside a colorful retro-anime galaxy. Players control Maki and Omura as they solve environmental puzzles and try to save their home station from a supernatural cosmic storm. It is one of the most distinctive Switch 2 exclusives still arriving this year.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword — September 4
Onimusha: Way of the Sword revives Capcom's supernatural samurai action series with close-range sword combat, parries, and demonic Genma enemies. The Switch 2 version launches alongside the other platforms on September 4.
Valheim — September 9
Valheim reaches Switch 2 alongside the survival game's full 1.0 release. Its procedurally generated Viking world supports exploration, crafting, building, boss battles, and cross-play for groups that already have friends on other platforms.
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave — September 17
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave launches exclusively on Switch 2 on September 17. The tactical RPG follows four Heroes tied to the Heroic Games and uses time travel to let players move between their stories and change important outcomes.
Battles retain the familiar turn-based structure while adding exploration, dungeons, weapon upgrades, classes, and a rewind system. It is Nintendo's biggest remaining first-party release with a confirmed date.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight — September 18
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight combines an open Gotham City with stories inspired by different eras of Batman. It includes difficulty options, familiar villains, and the cooperative style expected from a modern LEGO game.
October 2026 Switch 2 games
October shifts toward remasters, horror games, family releases, and several large multiplatform launches. It is also the month when Switch 2 receives native editions of Minecraft and the Kingdom Hearts collection.
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort — October 22
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort expands the motion-controlled sports formula with 12 activities. Table tennis and archery are among the announced events, making this one of the clearest family and local-multiplayer releases in the holiday schedule.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 — October 23
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 marks a major test for third-party support on Switch 2. The October 23 release includes a campaign, traditional multiplayer, and the returning DMZ extraction mode. Performance, download size, and cross-play details will be worth checking closer to launch.
Minecraft for Nintendo Switch 2 — October 27
Minecraft for Nintendo Switch 2 arrives on October 27 with Vibrant Visuals support, enhanced lighting and shadows, and an updated Super Mario Mash-Up pack. Nintendo also says owners of the original Switch version will have access to a digital upgrade path, although final upgrade details are still to come.
November and December 2026 Switch 2 games
Metaphor: ReFantazio — November 12
Atlus brings Metaphor: ReFantazio to Switch 2 on November 12. Its combination of turn-based combat, social systems, political fantasy, and a long campaign makes it one of the strongest RPG additions to the platform, even though it is arriving well after the original release.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World — December 3
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World is a new monster-collecting RPG featuring Bianca and Nera from Dragon Quest V. It shares December 3 with Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Switch 2 Edition, giving RPG players two very different reasons to return to the console before the holidays.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Switch 2 Edition — December 3
The Switch 2 edition of Xenoblade Chronicles 3 adds improved performance and new content, including another Hero, a Hero Quest, a defensive battle mode, and additional voiced scenes. Existing Switch owners will be able to use an upgrade path rather than purchasing the full game again.
Switch 2 games still listed for 2026 without a release date
The following games are still associated with 2026 but do not have a firm release date as of this update:
- The Duskbloods — a Switch 2-exclusive multiplayer action RPG from FromSoftware.
- Indiana Jones and the Great Circle — MachineGames' first-person action-adventure.
- Blighted — a colorful action RPG from Guacamelee developer Drinkbox Studios.
- Professor Layton and the New World of Steam — the next puzzle mystery starring Professor Layton.
- DECAPOLICE — Level-5's detective RPG.
Games with a general release window should not be treated as guaranteed until their publishers announce a specific date. Delays into 2027 remain possible.
Frequently asked questions
What Switch 2 games are coming out in 2026?
Major Switch 2 games coming during the rest of 2026 include Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition, Orbitals, Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Minecraft for Nintendo Switch 2, Metaphor: ReFantazio, and The Duskbloods. The calendar also contains numerous ports, remasters, JRPGs, co-op games, and horror releases.
What is the next major Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive?
Orbitals arrives on September 3, followed by Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave on September 17. Fire Emblem is the larger first-party release, while Orbitals is a two-player co-op adventure built specifically for Switch 2.
Is The Duskbloods still coming in 2026?
Nintendo and FromSoftware still list The Duskbloods for 2026, but it does not have a specific launch date. Until a date is announced, it belongs in the undated section rather than the monthly calendar.
Will original Nintendo Switch games work on Switch 2?
Many original Switch games work on Switch 2 through backward compatibility, although Nintendo notes that some titles can have compatibility or feature limitations. This calendar focuses on native Switch 2 releases and Switch 2 editions rather than every compatible original Switch game.
Duuro will update this page as dates change and more Nintendo Switch 2 games are announced. You can also check the new PS5 games in 2026 calendar for the year's major PlayStation releases.
