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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Jake Brigstock

Best Nintendo Switch 2 games to play in 2026, from Pokemon Pokopia to Cyberpunk 2077

I’ve played, reviewed and ranked every Nintendo Switch 2 game, from the best ports to exclusives - (Jake Brigstock/The Independent)

Nearly a year on from the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2‘s frantic launch period and months of stock shortages, it’s now easier than ever to get your hands on Nintendo’s shiny new console, and there’s a whole lot more to play, too. The handheld hybrid is starting to build up a growing library of exclusives, upgraded ports and third-party titles that make full use of its sharper visuals, faster loading times and boosted performance.

While Mario Kart World was the only first-party exclusive launch title made just for the Nintendo Switch 2, games like Donkey Kong Bananza, Super Mario Party Jamboree TV and Pokemon Pokopia have since joined the line-up, giving players plenty of reasons to keep picking up their Joy-Cons.

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