10 great Nintendo Switch games to check out in 2024

This holiday season is the swan song for the Nintendo Switch. Nintendo told us as much when it said its long-awaited Switch successor would be announced by April 2025. But with a string of great titles in 2024, Nintendo thankfully hasn’t fallen into seniority as it looks to graduate to sequels for Switch. Coming to consoles about 8 years ago. So let’s take a quick look back at some of our favorite games on Switch in 2024. One of the great things about this year’s Switch titles is that they’re all working on their Switch follow-ups. We have confirmed that the next generation will be backward compatible. (And with any luck, the game’s performance issues on the current Switch will be resolved when you play on the next model.)

We’ll all have to be patient as we wait for the Switch’s successor, but these games are definitely worth playing during the current Nintendo console’s final months in the spotlight.

We have several members of staff, baratolo was our personal game of the year. I don’t think any of us are gamblers or big fans of poker. That’s the beauty of this indie roguelike. You don’t have to be a card game fan or know anything about poker to enjoy that unique dopamine rush. From music and sound effects to lo-fi visuals, baratolo Hit all the right notes to get it hooked and lock you in. You’ll probably find yourself muttering “one more time” over and over again. Next thing you know, it’s 3am and the baby will be up in a few hours. Or maybe that last part is just me.

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom

Princess Zelda finally gets her own game and you can now play as the legendary Princess Zelda full-time. Real Zelda. It may not be as complete, but it’s a worthwhile adventure as Zelda solves puzzles and summons previously defeated enemies and everyday objects to defeat bad guys.

There is a mysterious atmosphere animal well It may tempt you or downright confuse you. If you’re the type of person who likes to ignore guides and figure everything out on your own, you’re very likely to love this pixelated 2D platformer. it will blend a little mario-It’s like a jumping puzzle with the open exploration and adventure feel of a Metroidvania, with some mystical vibes.

1000x resist The setting is a post-apocalyptic world where humanity has been driven underground by the appearance of an alien race. You play the Watcher, one of numerous clones of a young girl who is somehow immune to an outbreak brought on by alien occupiers. And of course, everything is not as it seems. It’s definitely SF with a capital S and a capital F.

Mario & Luigi: Brotherhood

This year was a big year for us. mario RPG. But after the remake super mario rpg and the remaster Paper Mario Thousand Year Door, Mario & Luigi: Brotherhood Our favorite plumbing duo shows they can keep things fresh in the role-playing space, too. sibling relationship It features a bright and fun story, fun turn-based combat, and an adorable art style. The appeal of this game can be summed up in two words: Luigi Logic.

Get ready to feel the emotions. Neva The latest indie from the developer of. Guriin addition to being a lovely piece of visual art, it tells a story about caring for young foxes that is sure to bring some tears to your eyes (especially if you’re a parent).

Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classic

“I want to take you to the car.” And this classic fighting game collection encapsulates a variety of crossover 2D fighters from Marvel and Capcom, and even… punisher Beat ‘Em Up was the beginning of a long-term collaboration. This best-of album is worth the price of admission just to finally get it. Marvel vs. Capcom 2 Modern consoles also allow for online play.

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is the earliest gem of 2024, released all the way back in January. Fast forward to October, and Ubisoft sadly disbanded its development team. but lost crown It’s a great side-scrolling Metroidvania/Soulslike mashup, with some challenging (but very fun) combat and platforming. Also, while the game world is very large and there’s a lot to explore, the game respects the player’s time by providing useful in-game tools, such as pinning screenshots to the map. .

pepper grinder is a unique 2D platformer where you use a drill to traverse a world filled with colorful sprites, and a dolphin that dives and rises from the ground. The main mechanics of the game feel frenetic and extremely challenging as you deftly traverse the world’s obstacles via drills and violent paths of fallen enemies. Then adding a grappling hook increases the amount. Please calm my heartbeat. (No, in fact, quick movements can increase your heart rate. More in a pleasurable way than a worrying one.)

Lorelai and laser eyes

If you’ve ever enjoyed an escape room game, you’ll love it Lorelai and laser eyes. Its sleek black, white, and red art style and eerie setting give the game a sense of mystery, and its challenging puzzles are sure to tickle your mind. Be prepared to take notes so the game doesn’t overwhelm you when thinking outside the box or doing basic math.