Nintendo has recently put the rumors to rest by officially unveiling their next console, the Switch 2, after a long period filled with speculation and leaks. Although details are still scarce, there are already a few confirmed games that will be coming to the system.
The big reveal on January 16 was primarily focused on the new hardware, but one game did make an appearance. Even before this announcement, a few developers had confirmed their titles for the Switch 2, with expectations that more will be disclosed in the coming days or weeks. Additionally, there’s an upcoming Nintendo Direct planned for April 2, which fans are eagerly awaiting for more game announcements.
If the confirmed Switch 2 games don’t quite catch your eye yet, don’t worry—Nintendo has ensured that the console will be backward compatible. While this might not be the most exciting use of the enhanced hardware, it does mean you’ll have plenty to play while waiting for those exclusive titles you’re most excited about.
As of January 21, the confirmed games list has been updated to include Synth Beasts. Here’s a rundown of everything officially announced so far:
Despite the initial reveal not giving us much beyond the console itself, we have a few titles lined up. However, uncertainty remains about whether other anticipated Nintendo games will be making the leap to the Switch 2.
Looking ahead, it wouldn’t be a stretch to anticipate some cross-generation releases. Nintendo has a history with such launches, like The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess, which was available on both the GameCube and the Wii. Similarly, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild launched with the original Switch alongside its Wii U counterpart. Even if a new Zelda game doesn’t follow this pattern, titles like Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Metroid Prime 4 are likely candidates to boost the Switch 2’s lineup in its early days. These games could better harness the console’s capabilities than their current-generation versions.
Of course, all of this is speculation until we get official confirmations, possibly during the April Nintendo Direct. Regardless, with backward compatibility, you won’t miss a beat in your gaming adventures, making the Switch 2 an exciting upgrade path for trading in your original system.
