The summer wave of Nintendo Switch 2 games blends childhood classics with innovative newcomers. On June 27, players will meet digital pets in a whole new way with the launch of Tamagotchi Plaza, a charming life sim packed with Switch Games
New Switch Games Releasing and town customization. Nostalgia runs strong in July as Super Mario Strikers, the beloved GameCube soccer brawler, joins the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack lineup on July 3. Earlier in June, Mario Kart World took fans by surprise with a reimagined racing experience—offering open-world circuits and expanded multiplayer for up to 24 racers, showcasing just how powerful and versatile the Switch 2 can be.
In August, fans can look forward to Kirby and the Forgotten Land returning alongside the unique and inclusive sports title Drag × Drive, which focuses on wheelchair basketball. Later in the year, Pokémon Legends: Z-A launches on October 16 as a hybrid title, playable on both Switch and Switch 2, delivering a fresh take on Kalos with live battle areas. Rounding out the season are third-party hits like Borderlands 4, Final Fantasy Tactics Reborn, and Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition, all promising big gameplay experiences for every kind of gamer.