With the release of Metroid Prime 4: BeyondThat covers Nintendo's year with Switch and Switch 2. However, there are several AAA sequels coming in the pipeline in 2026, which will launch on Switch, Switch 2, or both systems. As per tradition, Nintendo will directly update the list of upcoming games around February.
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For now, these are the known upcoming games to get excited about. Some are direct sequels, while others are more spiritual sequels to past games. It can also be fun to predict what might be announced at the upcoming Direct based on past knowledge, so come on.
Symbol of Fire: The Weave of Fate
Olympian strategy
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Planned release date: 2026
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Schematic Systems: Switch 2
Symbol of Fire: The Weave of Fate It's a brand new strategic entry in the series, which has been going strong since the 1990s through the NES game. It's set to launch sometime in 2026 for the Switch 2, and aesthetically, it looks unlike any other entry in the series.
There's a Roman Coliseum or Olympian vibe to the whole thing, so it might be cool. symbol of fire Fans are not waiting long for the new game, ie Fire symbol attached There was a 2023 Switch release, but it's always better to get something sooner rather than later.
Mario kills tennis fever
What a racket
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Planned Release Date: 2/12/26
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Schematic Systems: Switch 2
Mario kills tennis fever A Switch 2 is going to be exclusive, with a release date set for February. It looks like the big gimmick for this entry will be powerful rackets that can change gameplay, like a fire racket that can heat up balls.
The series started with Mario Tennis on the N64 in 2000, and the last entry, Mario Tennis AcesIt was released for the Switch in 2018. For anyone who loves was killed sports titles, Mario kills tennis fever Can be fun to play with family.
Professor Layton and the New World of Steam
Math based spies
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Planned release date: 2026
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Schematic Systems: Switch and Switch 2
Professor Layton Fans have been waiting for a new game for a long time Professor Layton and the New World of Steam Set to premiere for both Switch consoles in 2026. Not much has been revealed about the game, but players can definitely expect mystery and mathematical puzzles.
The series started on the DS Professor Layton and the Curious Village in Japan in 2007 and a year later in North America. last game, Leyton's Mystery Tour: Cattrile and the Millionaires' ConspiracyThere were several spinoffs in 2017 for various mobile devices and 3DS, so fans have been dying to see Layton and Luke again in a proper adventure game.
Rhythm Heaven Groove
Get into the groove
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Planned release date: 2026
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Schematic Systems: Switch
Rhythm Heaven Groove The franchise is going to be insanely hyped by its niche but powerful fans since it's been over a decade since the last game came out. It's a bit of a shame that this new release is only going to be on the Switch, meaning it can't take advantage of the Switch 2's inputs like mouse controls, but it still looks like a nice set of rhythm-based mini-games that will turn into earworms.
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The first game was never released outside of Japan: Rhythm TengokuIt was released for the GBA in June 2006. The last game was quite a collection, Rhythm Heaven MegamixIt was released in North America for the 3DS in June 2016, and that was a year later in Japan.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream
Animal Crossing with Miis
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Planned release date: 2006
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Schematic Systems: Switch
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Another game that will be a Switch-only release. Like other games in the series, it will be like a silly life-sim Animal Crossing Games, but with little less to do. The series began with a Japanese exclusive title on the DS Tomodachi collection In 2009.
Tomodachi life The first taste of North America was in 2014 for the 3DS, which was the last main game release. However, the 2016 mobile app, MiitomoTechnically related, and that service was discontinued in 2018, waiting Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream incredibly long.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book
Look, it's in the book
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Planned release date: 2026
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Schematic Systems: Switch 2
Yoshi has been a part of the Mario franchise ever since Super Mario World Debuted on the SNES in 1990 in Japan. Yoshi and the Mysterious Book His latest will be Solo Adventure, which looks like a whimsical 2D platformer. This is the most common aesthetic with N64 games, Yoshi's Storywhich was a 1998 release for North America.
Both that game and the upcoming title revolve around the storybook. It was the last game under Yoshi's leadership Yoshi's Crafted World 2019 for the Switch, so it's been a while since the green dinosaur got to show off his platforming chops.
Another Zelda
Will it be Link or Zelda?
It's safe to assume that Nintendo is hard at work on the next entry The Legend of Zelda suffrage The last was the main game The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom In 2023, and before that, there was The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild In 2017.
The gap was six years, so it's safe to assume another 3D Zelda The game probably won't arrive until 2029, but it will probably be teased in 2027. However, it is clear to assume that Nintendo is working on a new one. Zelda game, or multiple spinoffs in scale The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom or Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment.
Pikmin 5
close to you
the last Pikmin The game wasn't that long ago, like Pikmin 4 There was a 2023 release for the Switch. Pikmin has never been Nintendo's best-selling franchise, but it is a favorite among developers like Shigeru Miyamoto.
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Because it's safe to assume it's new Pikmin-A related project is in the works because of the YouTube short Nintendo released in October 2025 called “Close to You”, which teased the presence of Pikmin creatures. It might just be a way to put it Pikmin In the cultural zeitgeist, or maybe a clever way to tease a new game for the Switch 2.
Pokemon Wind/Wave
10th generation games?
Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Purple 2022 was the flagship game of the ninth generation. There are many Pokemon Since then games, eg Pokemon Legends: ZABut the new generation of Pokemon titles is always treated as a big deal.
Most generational leaps occur between three years, meaning the next rumored titles, Pokemon wind and Pokemon waveShould arrive in 2025. Given the leaks and the franchise's history, it's almost certain that of pokemon Generation Ten games will likely launch in Autumn 2026.
Luigi's Mansion 4
It's Luigi's turn
Luigi's Mansion 3 was released for the Switch in 2019, and Luigi's Mansion 2 Got a remaster for Switch in 2024. So, it hasn't been too long between releases. Unlike the main Mario titles, Luigi's Mansion It hasn't been that popular, but it's going strong due to fan support.
The original game for the GameCube made it to the Switch 2's online service, so this might be a clever shout-out. Nintendo doesn't have many first-party horror franchises, so they're likely developing a new mansion for Luigi to explore on Switch 2.
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