All Nintendo Switch 2 Physical Games You Can Buy Or Preorder Now

Mario Kart World is the Switch 2’s marquee launch game, and chances are if you’re picking up the new console, you’re also interested in the open-world arcade racing game. You can grab Mario Kart World in a couple ways. The first is as an $80 physical edition that’s available at Walmart, Target, GameStop, and Best Buy.

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is one of several Switch 1 games getting a bespoke Switch 2 Edition. The Switch 2 Edition includes the core game with enhancements like higher frame rates, improved resolution, and integration with the upcoming Zelda Notes app that lets you scope out the in-game map, make notes, and offers free log-in bonuses that unlock in-game items. The only thing missing from Breath of the Wild Switch 2 Edition is the DLC Expansion Pass, but this is available separately for $20 via the eShop. Physical copies are now available at Walmart, Target, GameStop, and Best Buy.

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Switch 2 Edition features all the same upgrades as the Breath of the Wild Switch 2 Edition, including better visuals and gameplay performance, and Zelda Notes app support. The game is available at Walmart, Target, GameStop, and Best Buy.

Along with the new version of the game, a set of Tears of the Kingdom Switch 2 Amiibo figures also launched on June 5.

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Amiibo

Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster is a Switch 2-exclusive upgrade of the original Nintendo 3DS RPG. It features overhauled HD graphics, a new fast-forward option for event scenes, two all-new minigames, and a new single-screen UI, while still retaining popular features like adjustable battle speeds and enemy encounter rates.

Created by CDProjekt Red, the studio behind the acclaimed The Witcher 3, Cyberpunk 2077 is a sprawling sci-fi RPG set in the techo-metropolis Night City. The Ultimate Edition for Switch 2 includes the original base game that launched on other platforms back in 2020 and the Phantom Liberty expansion all on one cart.

It’s worth noting that Cyberpunk 2077 is one of the few third-party Switch 2 that comes with all the game data on the cart. Most other third-party Switch 2 launch games will use Game-Key Cards that enable you to download a digital copy to your console. In other words, you can pop this version of your game into your Switch 2 on launch day and start playing immediately with no need to download extra game data.

Hitman: World of Assassination – Signature Edition is a comprehensive collection that includes all the content from Hitman (2016) and its sequels Hitman 2 and Hitman 3. That means all campaign missions, challenge modes, and premium DLC from the original releases are all part of this version. Preordering Hitman: World of Assassination – Signature Edition on Switch 2 gets you the Quack Pack and Signature DLC packs, which include additional in-game costumes and items themed after Mario and Luigi.

Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S is a Switch 2-exclsuive version of original Puyo Puyo Tetris 2 the launched on Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC in 2021. This new version has all 40 unique playable characters and game modes of the original version, including online and offline multiplayer modes and a single-player Adventure mode, plus a brand-new 2v2 Puyo Tetris Doubles multiplayer mode and compatibility for the Joy-Con 2’s mouse controls.

The Switch 2 Edition of fantasy farming-simulation RPG Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma features better visuals than the Switch 1 edition. The full Switch 2 version of the game is included on the cartridge.

There is also a $100 Limited Edition that includes a bunch of physical extras and bonus DLC. This version includes a physical Switch 1 copy of the game (which is playable on Switch 2). You can also upgrade to the Switch 2 Edition for $10 via the Switch 2 eShop.

Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma – Earth Dancer Edition — $100 + $10 Switch 2 upgrade

Street Fighter 6: Years 1-2 Fighters Edition gets you the base game and the Year 1 and Year 2 DLC Character Passes, which adds eight additional characters–including Akuma, M. Bison, Ed, Rashid, Aki, Mai Shiranui, Terry Bogard, and Elena–increasing the game’s roster to 26 playable fighters. You’ll also get four additional stages and Outfit 1 Colors 3-10 for all 18 original characters, plus 8,400 Drive Tickets, which is one of the in-game currencies.

There are also four new Street Fighter 6 Amiibo figures and Amiibo cards available.

Yakuza 0: Director’s Cut brings the open-world crime drama to Switch with 26 minutes of exclusive new story scenes and an all-new English voiceover track, as well as the new Red Light Raid co-op mode where up to four players team up online and take on battle challenges.

Note that physical copies include a Game-Key Card version of the game, which means you’ll first need to download Yakuza 0: Director’s Cut before you can play. After that, you can play the game offline as long as the Game-Key Card is in your Switch 2.

Donkey Kong Bananza is launching exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2 on July 17, making it the first major post-launch day release for the new system. The game is DK’s first new 3D game since the Nintendo 64, and sees the lovable gorilla exploring–and smashing through–vast, fully destructible subterranean environments in search of the Golden Bananas stolen by a mysterious group known as VoidCo.

Super Mario Party Jamboree is yet another Switch 1 release getting an upgraded Switch 2 Edition. Super Mario Party Jamboree + Jamboree TV Switch 2 Edition will feature upgrades to the visuals and gameplay performance, and includes the Jamboree TV expansion that adds new gameplay modes and mini games that take advantage of the Joy-Con 2’s mouse controls and the optional Nintendo Switch 2 Camera. You’ll also be able to use the Switch 2’s GameShare feature, meaning you can invite other players to play the game’s local multiplayer modes with you, even if they don’t own their own copy.

Physical preorders for the Switch 2 Edition are available at several major retailers. Those who already have Super Mario Party Jamboree on Nintendo Switch 1 will also be able to digitally upgrade to the Switch 2 version for just $20.

No Sleep For Kaname Date is the latest game in the AI Somnium series, and like previous entries, it blends visual novel-style story presentation with investigation and puzzle solving gameplay. The game is set in a sci-fi future version of Tokyo and stars the eponymous detective Kaname Date and his AI side-kick Aiba. The duo are able to dive into the dreams and memories of others to aid in their investigations, and this time around, Date is tracking down a famous internet idol who has been abducted by extraterrestrials.

The physical edition of No Sleep For Kaname Date is available to preorder for $50, which is the same price as the Switch 1 version. A digital version will also be available via the eShop for $40.

Madden NFL 26’s Switch 2 version includes the base game, though we’re still waiting to learn more about the upcoming football title. However, EA has confirmed preorders include the MUT Cover Athlete Elite Player Item, Franchise Coach Ability Points, and Super Star Legendary XP Boost.

Madden NFL 26 standard edition preorders are available at Amazon and Walmart. A Digital Deluxe Edition with bonus in-game content will be available on the Nintendo eShop.

Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar is available in multiple versions on Switch and Switch 2. The standard edition includes the base game and is available to preorder for $60 for Switch 2 or $50 for the original Switch. There will also be a $10 Switch 2 version upgrade available for anyone who owns the Switch 1 version. Preorders are available at Amazon, Walmart, and Target.

Like other Switch 2 games published by Marvelous, the full game will be included on the game card. There is also a Premium Edition available for both Switch and Switch 2 that includes the base game and selection of bonus content:

• Original soundtrack
• 115+ page art book
• Sheep pocket plush
• Cloth poster
• Outer storage box

You can preorder Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar Premium Edition for $80 on Switch 2 or $70 on Switch.

Preorder Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar Premium Edition — $80

Kirby and the Forgotten Land originally launched on the Nintendo Switch in 2022, and later this year the pink blob’s adventure is getting a Switch 2 Edition that includes an entire new, exclsuive adventure called Star-Crossed World. Like other Switch 2 Editions of Switch games, Kirby and the Forgotten Land + Star-Crossed World Switch 2 Edition will also offer enhanced visuals and performance upgrades over the original release.

Preorders for the $80 physical edition are live at Walmart, Target, GameStop, and Best Buy, while anyone who owns the original Switch version can upgrade to the Switch 2 Edition on the eShop for $20 on launch day.

Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion is set in a sci-fi world where multiple factions battle for control of the world with power mech suits known as Arsenal. Players will be able to customize their Arsenal and pilot it in offline and online co-op modes. Two editions of Titanic Scion are up for preorder. As a Marvelous-published title, the full game is stored on the card.

The standard edition is available to preorder for $70. The $100 Limited Edition comes with the base game, extra Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion’s Limited Edition that comes with the game as well as the following collectibles for only $30 more:

• Original soundtrack on CD
• Art book
• Three flight tag keychains
• Three patches
• Acrylic stand
• Oversized display box with custom artwork

Preorder Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion Limited Edition — $100

Pokemon Legends: Z-A will launch on the original Switch and Switch 2 on October 16. The game builds upon the unique real-time catching mechanics introduced in Pokemon Legends: Arceus. It’s also shifting from the traditional turn-based battles of previous Pokemon games to a new, strategic real-time combat system that focuses more on timing and positioning. Legends: Z-A will take players back to Lumiose City of Pokemon X and Y, but this version will be much larger, offering a full city and natural areas to explore.