The Nintendo Switch is over four years old and still great games are released for it every year. Sure, Nintendo’s first-party title production slowed during the pandemic and Breath of the Wild 2 remains a distant dream, but even without the new Zelda and Mario games, 2021 is a great year for Switch owners. This is partly due to re-releases of old games with these heroes.
Check out the list here for ten of the best Switch games of 2021. If you’re looking for a quality game for the holidays or early 2022, this is a great pick.
Super Mario 3D World und Bowser Fury
Monster Hunter Rise
Metroid dread
Pokemon: shining diamonds and shining pearls
Shin Megami Tensei V
“Shin Megami Tensei” is the quirky ancestor of “Persona” and has an oppressive atmosphere that fits his bleak perspective. These games are famous for being challenging and dark. So, if you’re not a JRPG fan, consider switching the game to an easy difficulty level. But that doesn’t mean you should rule it out – it’s a deep RPG experience with a story that won’t let you go. Simply a must for fans of JRPG on Switch. If that’s not your thing, check out our list of the best Western RPGs.
new pokemon snap
“Pokémon Snap” next to “Hey You Pikachu” was one of the more bizarre Pokémon offshoots from the N64 era – but unlike other curiosities, it’s always been hailed as a classic. The task of shooting Pokemon to get a high score is simple and attractive, which makes you constantly come back to outdo yourself. “New Pokémon Snap” has loads of pocket monsters, four picture levels each, several secret paths, and even more levels added via free updates since its release, making it one of the best Pokémon franchises you’ll find on Switch can play.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Happy Home Paradise
“Animal Crossing: New Horizons” was released in 2020, but a year and a half later a major expansion was released: “Happy Home Paradise”. If you have a Nintendo Switch Online subscription, you have free access to this DLC pack, otherwise you can buy it. It adds loads of furniture, clothing, customization options, new game modes, and more. If Animal Crossing took a lot of your time last year but you haven’t looked at it much since then, this is the perfect excuse to come back – or start the series for the first time.
Mario Party Superstars
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD
NEO: The world ends with you
“NEO: The World Ends With You” is the long-awaited sequel to the classic Nintendo DS game “The World Ends With You” featuring an all-new team and the sequel to a 14-year storyline. This RPG features a unique combat system – unlike anything else on the Switch – and makes up for the wait in style.
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