Nintendo Switch 2 Game Lineup: Mario Kart, Final Fantasy, and More Rumored Titles

The rumored Nintendo Switch 2 has become a hot topic in the gaming world, with numerous leaks and reports suggesting an exciting lineup of games from both first-party and third-party developers. Here’s a breakdown of the games reportedly set for the next-generation console:

First-Party Titles

• New Mario Kart (May or June 2025, speculated as a launch title)
• New 3D Mario (Holiday 2025)
• Metroid Prime 4 (expected to be enhanced for Switch 2)
• Pokémon Legends: Z-A
• Professor Layton and the New World of Steam

Third-Party Titles

From Square Enix:

• Final Fantasy 7 Remake (2025)
• Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth (2026)

From Ubisoft:

• Assassin’s Creed Mirage (launch window)
• Assassin’s Creed Shadows (release outside launch window)
• The Division series (specific titles not yet confirmed)
• Rainbow Six Siege
• Mario + Rabbids games (potentially in a single package)

From Konami:

• Metal Gear Solid Delta (possible day-and-date release with other platforms)

From Microsoft:

• Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
• Halo: The Master Chief Collection

Speculated Titles

• Games announced for the original Switch that may also release on Switch 2, including:
  • Metroid Prime 4
  • Pokémon Legends: Z-A
  • Professor Layton and the New World of Steam

Nintendo has confirmed that the Switch 2 will be backward-compatible with original Switch games, opening the door for enhanced versions of popular titles. Developers have also teased upcoming games specifically for the Switch 2, hinting at a strong lineup beyond what has been reported.

With advanced features like AI upscaling, enhanced Joy-Con design, and increased internal storage, the Nintendo Switch 2 is shaping up to be a significant upgrade. The console is expected to launch no earlier than April 2025, with plenty of stock promised to combat scalping.

Stay tuned as more information emerges in the lead-up to the official announcement.