Switch owners have a wealth of game titles to choose from, but there are some hidden gems out there that often get overlooked. Here are 28 Missed Switch Games You Need to Play, as suggested by some of the most die-hard Nintendo fans:
RPGs
- The Alliance Alive: An epic adventure set in a fantasy world of feuding factions and forgotten stories.
- Octopath Traveler: An innovative classic RPG that follows the journey of eight different characters across a vast and diverse world.
- Xenoblade Chronicles 2: An expansive open-world adventure that takes players to a dynamic and living world.
- Sushi Striker: The Way of Sushido: A puzzle-action RPG that pits two sushi chefs against each other in the ultimate culinary sushi battle.
- Cat Quest: A whimsical, pawsome, open-world RPG experience.
- Punch Line: An all-new mystery adventure comedy that follows the story of an alien cat haunted by a ghost-like being.
RPG-Platformers
- BLAZBLUE: Cross Tag Battle : An innovative 2D fighting game that features characters from four of the most popular entertainment franchises.
- Snipperclips Plus – Cut it Out, Together! : An adorable and entertaining puzzle-party game that tasks players with solving tricky dilemmas.
- Darkest Dungeon : A challenging and dark journey into the depths of the dungeons of Mercer.
- SteamWorld Heist : A sidescrolling action-strategy game that lets players assemble a crack shot team of subordinates to pulls off daring heists.
- Lego Worlds : A family-friendly open world of endless exploration and creative building possibilities.
- YAKUZA 0 : A prequel of the YAKUZA series that follows the story of two Yakuza members on their rise to power in the Tokyo underworld.
Fighters
- DRAGON BALL FighterZ : A fast-paced and dynamic fighting game that captures the action-packed and visceral experience of DRAGON BALL.
- Pokken Tournament DX : An epic clash between iconic Pokémon characters, brought to life on the Switch.
- Ultra Street Fighter II: The Final Challengers : An updated version of the classic fighting game featuring additional characters and scenarios.
- ARMS : A fighting game that introduces a unique 2-dimensional motion-controls experience.
- Disgaea 5 Complete : An epic strategy RPG featuring a wide cast of characters as they battle their way through a host of different scenarios.
- SNK HEROINES ~Tag Team Frenzy~ : A 2v2 tag-team fighting game featuring attractive heroes from the SNK universe fighting to win a mysterious tournament.
Action-Adventure
- River City Girls: A side-scrolling beat ’em up that follows two strong and fists-happy teenage girls as they try to rescue their kidnapped boyfriends.
- The Messenger : A thrilling action-platformer that follows the story of a young ninja on a quest to save a doomed kingdom.
- Don’t Starve: Nintendo Switch Edition : A harrowing and mysterious survival adventure, set in a wild and dynamic world full of surprises.
- Metal Revolution : A thrilling metal-slashing action game set in a post-apocalyptic future ruled by powerful metal beast.
- Mulaka : A 3D action-adventure game that puts the player in the shoes of a Tarahumara shaman on a quest to save his tribe.
- Super Crush KO : A time-slowing, “shmup-brawler” adventure game, packed with intense action and fast-paced combat.
Sports and Racing
- FIFA 19: The latest installment in the FIFA series, featuring realistic 3D models and improved computer AI.
- Mario Tennis Aces : An intense and chaotic multiplayer tennis game featuring all your favorite Mario characters.
- Rocket League : A fast-paced, futuristic sports game that combines soccer and vehicular combat.
- Trackmania Turbo : A playful, party-oriented racing game that presents players with a track-building mode full of creative possibilities.
- RISK: Urban Assault: A re-imagining of the classic board game, with an all-new tailor-made urban warfare twist.
- NASCAR Heat 2 : The official game of NASCAR, featuring realistic vehicle physics, customizable car setup options, and enhanced career mode.
Strategy
- Banner Saga 2 : A fast-paced strategy game, where players must lead a horde of Vikings on a punishing quest through a shattered world.
- XCOM 2 : An exciting turn-based strategy game, where players take on the role of a commander in a continual war against alien forces.
- Underground Expansion : An asymmetrical strategy game featuring two different forces battling for control of the underground city.
- Valkyria Chronicles 4 : A tactical role-playing game set in a fictional world, filled with captivating characters and thrilling fire-fights.
- Fantasy Strike:A fast-paced and explosive fighting game featuring “fighting-RPG” elements, thrilling battles, and intense team-battles.
- Wargroove : A turn-based strategy game set in a mystical fantasy world, where players build and control an army of fantastic creatures.
When it comes to the Switch, there’s no shortage of games to choose from, but there are some titles that often get overlooked. So if you’re looking for something a bit different, consider giving some of these games a go for an unforgettable gaming experience!