The Nintendo Switch 2 launched with an impressive library of games, and even more exciting titles are on the horizon. Keep reading to explore the games you can play right now and the upcoming releases to watch for.
Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Games
With great enthusiasm from Nintendo's loyal community, the Nintendo Switch 2 arrived alongside a solid group of launch titles. Many of these were first-party games, giving players a chance to experience the new system's features right out of the box.
Here's the current list of Nintendo Switch 2 games available in North America as of June 6, 2025:
Mario Kart™ World
Mario Kart World is a racing game developed and published by Nintendo, releasing on June 5, 2025, as a launch title for the Nintendo Switch 2. This game is the ninth mainline entry in the Mario Kart series and the first entirely new console installment since Mario Kart 8 launched on Wii U in 2014. It brings several fresh elements to the franchise, such as an open-world format and more extensive multiplayer options.
