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1. Donkey Kong Bananza (Available on Nintendo Switch 2)
Price: 69$
Why play: A long-awaited 3D platformer that fuses Super Mario Odyssey-style exploration with destructive sandbox environments—playable solo or in co-op as Donkey Kong or Pauline. Dynamic world destruction, vibrant animations, and joyously chaotic gameplay make this the console’s “killer app,” though minor camera and frame rate issues exist.
2. Pokémon Legends: Z-A (Switch 2 Edition)
Price: $69.99 (game standalone) or $499.99 for the Switch 2 bundle
Why Play: Set in the urban sprawl of Lumiose City, this new Pokémon adventure introduces real-time combat, Mega Evolutions, and a fresh narrative twist. The Switch 2 edition delivers improved graphics, faster framerates, and exclusive game mechanics.
3. Mario Kart World
Price: $79.99 – Confirmed as the launch price for new Switch 2 titles
Why Play: The first open-world Mario Kart experience combines classic racing with exploration, allowing you to roam environments, host local Grand Prix events, and use Joy-Con controls for intuitive play.
Other Noteworthy Titles to Watch
While exact prices may vary, most Switch 2 games are expected to debut around $70, matching premium-tier pricing trends. Additional anticipated hits include:
- Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – High-fidelity stealth action and psychic powers.
- Hollow Knight: Silksong – A hauntingly beautiful metroidvania.
- Hades II – Roguelike excellence with mythological depth.
- Professor Layton and The New World of Steam – Puzzle-solving in a steampunk world.
- Drag × Drive – Unique wheelchair basketball sports simulation.
Big-name third-party titles like Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, and Star Wars Outlaws are also expected to carry similar price tags at launch.
Conclusion
With flagship titles like Donkey Kong Bananza and Pokémon Legends: Z-A leading the charge, the Nintendo Switch 2’s 2025 lineup offers something for every genre fan—platforming, racing, RPGs, and strategy alike. Price points are consistent with console standards but the breathtaking visuals and gameplay innovation make them well worth it.
