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These are the games you'll be able to play first on your Nintendo Switch 2. Credit: Target/Mashable Photo Composite
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The Nintendo Switch 2 is officially up for preorder. Whether you were able to snag one of your own through all the website errors, sold out notifications, and canceled preorder emails at midnight on April 24 or you're waiting until later, you'll need something to play when you get yours. Or at least something to get you through your first week with the system.
While you can play most of your old Nintendo Switch games on your new system, you're likely going to want some new releases to enjoy too. Lucky for you, there are several options available right now that you can pick up ahead of the console's debut on June 5.
Below, you can find all of the Nintendo Switch 2 games currently up for preorder.
Where to preorder Nintendo Switch 2 games
Most retailers are offering Nintendo Switch 2 games for preorder, so your first stop for picking up a new title is one of these retailers. Below, find links to each online storefront where you can shop a repository of Switch 2 games available right now.
Amazon
Target
Walmart
GameStop
Best Buy
While some games will be available to pick up on June 5 alongside your new Switch 2, some are not debuting with the system itself. However, you can still preorder the console and then grab the titles you're interested in after its launch later. Given the state of the Switch 2's preorder chaos, it's a good idea to snag the games you want sooner than later so you can make sure you get what you want.
Nintendo Switch 2 games available to preorder now
Mario Kart World
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Mario Kart World
$79.99 at Target
Release Date: July 5, 2025
Mario Kart World is one of the spotlight games headed to the Switch 2, with a new open world track system, a slew of new characters added to the roster, new game modes like Knockout Tour and Free Roam, alternate costumes, and much more to explore. While it's available as part of a Nintendo Switch 2 bundle, it's also available on its own if you missed out preordering the system with it.
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Donkey Kong Bananza
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Donkey Kong Bananza
$69.99 at Target
Release Date: July 17, 2025
Donkey Kong is back in an all-new adventure. It's your job to help him swing through the Underground World as he smashes his way through, collecting bananas along the way. It's full of destructible environments, with almost everything able to be destroyed, making this a less linear platformer with multiple paths and hidden items to find sprinkled throughout. This isn't a launch title for the Switch 2, but it'll be available soon after the system debuts.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (Switch 2 Edition)
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The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (Switch 2 Edition)
$79.99 at Target
Release Date: June 5, 2025
The sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild returns with a new version created especially for the Switch 2. This version improves the game's graphics with higher resolution and frame rates, faster load times, and HDR support. It also adds the new Zelda Notes app, which offers voice-assisted navigation via GPS from Princess Zelda herself, as well as the ability to create and share creations with QR codes.
Other Nintendo Switch 2 games available for preorder now
Kirby and the Forgotten Land + Star Crossed World
Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighters Edition
Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition
Sonic X Shadow Generations
Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD
Super Mario Party Jamboree
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma
Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion
Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S
Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar
Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army
No Sleep For Kaname Date - From AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES Aiba Edition
Yakuza 0: Director's Cut
Topics Nintendo Switch
Brittany Vincent
Brittany is fueled by horror, rainbow-sugar-pixel-rushes, and video games. Until her dying breath she'll be wielding a BFG made entirely of killer drive and ambition. Check out her work at PfhorTheWin.com. Like a fabulous shooter once said, get psyched!
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