the 10 best games for the Nintendo Switch

While Nintendo Switch 2 is probably expected for next year, it is time to take stock of Nintendo’s hybrid console, by drawing up a top 10 (necessarily very subjective) of the games released on the Nintendo Switch first of the name.

#10 The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening (2019)

For once, let’s start this top with a remake. First released in 1993 on Gameboy, The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening was the subject of a remake which aroused extremely positive reactions, both from the specialized press and from players. If the fourth opus of the saga Zelda retains its game system, it benefits from a total graphic overhaul, absolutely adorable. The remake of The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening is a great opportunity to discover the most poetic adventure of the brave knight of Hyrule, and offers the ability to create your own dungeons. In short, a total success for Nintendo! (We are delighted that the next opus, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdomtakes up the aesthetics of the remake of Link’s Awakening !)

#9 Animal Crossing: New Horizons (2020)

One of Nintendo’s iconic licenses, Animal Crossing made its grand return to Nintendo Switch in March 2020, with New Horizonsbecoming the best friend of many gamers during confinement. Featuring new tools (the pole, the trowel, the Nook Miles) and new features, Animal Crossing: New Horizons allows cooperative mode on the same console. Still fun, extremely complete thanks to the numerous updates, Animal Crossing: New Horizons is an absolute must-have! No wonder the game has become a real star.

#8 Pokémon Purple/Scarlet (2022)

A true revolution in franchising Pokemon, Purple / Scarlet launches the ninth generation of Pokémon games. First true open world Pokemonthe game is very rich and brings new game mechanics, notably Teracristalization. Despite its relatively low technical performance, Pokémon Purple / Scarlet finally brings something new to a series that desperately needed itand it is for this reason that its place in our ranking is well deserved.

#7 Metroid Dread (2021)

Marking the great return of the license Metroid to the 2D platform, Metroid Dread is a sci-fi marvel. Aesthetically magnificent, the game is a beautiful return to basics, with gameplay that has delighted fans. Alternating between exploration, dynamic combat and puzzles, with a very well-balanced difficulty, Metroid Dread is a little gem! We also remind you that Metroid Prime 4: Beyond was recently announced for Nintendo Switch for 2025. We look forward !

#6 Luigi’s Mansion 3 (2019)

As fearful as his brother Mario is brave, Luigi is the hero of his own saga, the trilogy Luigi’s Mansion. While Luigi’s Mansion 2released in 2013 on Nintendo 3DS, has just been given its HD remastered version on Nintendo Switch, We are dying to dive back into the third part, released on October 31, 2019 and considered by many players to be the best of the trilogy.. In addition to reminding us of Nintendo’s perfect mastery of gameplay and game design, Luigi’s Mansion 3 combines references to Asian cinema, Ring from Hideo Nakata to Oldboy by Park Chan-wook.

#5 Mario Kart 8 DELUXE (2017)

License Mario has been extremely spoiled by the Nintendo Switch. A few years after the release of Mario Kart 8Nintendo offered a Deluxe version on its hybrid console. The game, a real improved version of the Wii-U game released in 2014, quickly became an essential for evenings with family or friends. One of the biggest successes of the Switch!

#4 Super Mario Bros. Wonder (2023)

First game Super Mario in 2D for more than ten years, Super Mario Bros. Wonder sparked unanimous reactions upon its release in October 2023. And for good reason ! Wonder is undoubtedly one of the best games in the license. This time, Mario must not save Peach (who is a playable character alongside Luigi, Toad and other iconic characters from the saga) but cancel the effects of a magic flower stolen by Bowser. More crazy and colorful than ever, Super Mario Bros Wonder is a feast both for the eyes thanks to its beautiful backgrounds, and for the ears with its exceptional soundtrack. Note an aesthetic very close to the animated film Super Mario Bros., the moviewhich was also a great success.

#3 Super Mario Odyssey (2017)

Bowser has kidnapped Peach once again, to marry her. Accompanied by Cappy, a hat that can change shape at will, Mario sets out in pursuit of his nemesis and travels from world to world. Featuring the best of 3D and offering some 2D sequences that will please even the most nostalgic fans, Super Mario Odyssey received praise from everyoneand is often considered (rightly or wrongly) as the spiritual heir of Super Mario 64. It is not for nothing that the game quickly became the Super Mario in 3D which sold the most copies. It’s a true masterpiece!

#2 The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (2017)

The game that revolutionized the open world obviously had to appear on our podium. Because without the revolution The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wildwe certainly would not have been entitled to Elden Ring from the studio From Software. Hymn to nature, escape and exploration, Breath of the Wild East one of the best video games in historya masterpiece of rarely equaled quality. Hyrule has never looked as beautiful as in BOTW.

#1 The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (2023)

Six years after the explosive success of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Nintendo is back at it again and has released an absolutely grandiose sequel with The Legend of Zelda : Tears of the Kingdom, far from being the simple DLC that some accuse it of being. Pushing all the qualities of Breath of the Wildof which it triples the surface, The game offers new gameplay mechanics while extending the exciting mythology of the license.. Although the surprise was not as strong as with its illustrious predecessor, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom certainly manages to surpass it in terms of gameplay and adventure. And this is how he obtained the deserved first place in this ranking.

Of course, other games are expected on Nintendo Switch. It might be wise to offer a corrected version of this top 10. And you, what are your favorite games on Nintendo’s hybrid console?