Upcoming January Switch

Upcoming Switch Games January 2025

It’s time to take a look at the upcoming Switch games that are being newly released on our favourite handheld, the Nintendo Switch. Plus, we also feature Upcoming Steam games for those of you who prefer gaming on Steam!

Upcoming Switch Games

Not all games to be released are on the list here. Alternatively, you will see games that the other gaming sites don’t mention. We are taking notice of these games. You can expect reviews for many of them if given half a chance! It should be noted that unless we have some personal experience with the game, there’s a link to the descriptions on the Nintendo website.

Ys Memoire; The Oath of Felghana – January 7th

Upcoming Switch Games

Originally conceived as a reimagining of the 16-bit console classic Ys III: Wanderers From Ys, this fan-favourite entry returns, newly remastered for the Nintendo Switch™ system as Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana. Nearly 15 years after its previous release, longtime fans can look forward to numerous improvements and upgrades, including an all-new voiceover for legendary protagonist Adol Christin. With remastered high-definition visuals and music, the epic adventure has never looked or sounded better.
Additional features include multiple versions of the sweeping soundtrack, accessibility options, and brand-new character illustrations, making Ys Memoire the definitive edition of the acclaimed masterpiece.

James reviewed the game, and liked it a lot, saying in conclusion:

Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana is a shining example of why the Ys series has endured for so long. Its blend of tight combat, satisfying upgrades, and bite-sized quests makes it an easy recommendation for fans of action-adventure games.

Sure, it doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but when the wheel works this well, who cares? Whether you’re a longtime fan or a curious newcomer, this is a game that deserves your attention. It’s proof that even a remaster of a remake can feel fresh and exciting when done right.

Donkey Kong County Returns HD – January 16th

Upcoming Switch Games

Stomp enemies, blast out of barrels, ride mine carts, and more in Donkey Kong Country Returns HD for Nintendo Switch! This visually enhanced version of Donkey Kong’s platforming adventure combines selected features from both the Wii and Nintendo 3DS releases, including the extra levels from the Nintendo 3DS version!

Featuring 80 levels across nine different worlds, each with a dastardly boss battle at the end, the Kongs will have to be at their best to bring back their bananas. Gathering every secret, collectable and Time Attack medal will require some serious platforming panache, too!

James reviewed Donkey Kong Country Returns HD and had this to say:

Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is a masterclass in platforming design that feels right at home on the Nintendo Switch. The updated controls, improved visuals, and new difficulty options make this the definitive way to experience the game. However, it still offers more or less the same game experience on Wii and 3DS, so some players may not see the need to return. But if you are new and love your platformers, this still comes recommended.

Yes, it’s challenging, and yes, it may cause a few controller-clenching moments, but that’s part of its charm. Few games manage to balance frustration and fun as effectively as this one. So grab your bananas, ready your barrels, and swing into action; Donkey Kong is back and better than ever, even if it is for the third time.

Cosy Farming 3 in 1 Collection – January 20th

Upcoming Switch Games

The Cozy Farming 3-in-1 Collection brings you three relaxing adventures filled with farming, exploration, and creativity. Grow crops, explore islands, and build your dream life at your own pace. Perfect for players who love fun and easygoing games!

Stranded Sails •
Survive and thrive as you explore mysterious islands, plant crops, and uncover secrets in this open-world farming and exploration game.

Harvest Life •
Manage your farm, take care of adorable animals, and expand your cosy village. It’s your dream farming life!

Castaway Paradise •
Escape to a tropical island, grow your crops, decorate your surroundings, and make new friends in this vibrant sandbox adventure.

Montezuma’s Return – The 40th Anniversary – January 25th

Upcoming Switch Games

The 1983 classic multi-room platformer Montezuma’s Revenge returns in 2.5D glory, and now Pedro’s adventure is bigger than ever, with 100 tricky rooms to explore! This time, you can choose between male and female explorers, Pedro or his sister Rosita, to delve deep into the dangerous ruins and hunt for untold treasures!

Montezuma’s Revenge – The 40th Anniversary Edition is remade from the ground up with vibrant 3D visuals while preserving the 1984 original’s 2D gameplay style. Run, jump and climb your way through tricky chambers to collect valuable artefacts, avoid perilous traps and fiendish enemies, find colour-coded keys to progress and survive a showdown to escape with your riches… and your life!

Cuisineer – January 28th

Upcoming Switch Games

Upon receiving a startling letter from her parents, the independent adventurer Pom swiftly returns home to Paell, only to find her parents gone and their beloved restaurant abandoned. Now left with mounting debts and a village in dire need of some fine cooking, Pom will have to delve into the deepest dungeons for the scarcest spices, rarest meats, and the most valuable vegetables she can find to keep her parents’ dream alive.
Dive into dungeons and cook up a storm as Pom, an adventurer-turned-restaurateur!

I reviewed Cuisineer on Steam and said this in my conclusion:

When I started playing Cuisineer for this review, it took a while for the game to grow on me. I was going to score it lower, but after spending more time with the game, I have revised my score. Looking after the restaurant is fantastic, addictive, and enjoyable. The fighting in the dungeons is frantic, but I like that I can choose when to go dungeon crawling.

Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero – January 30th

Upcoming Switch Games

Set sail to save the day in this colourful strategy RPG! Join Marona – a gifted young girl with the power to speak to Phantoms – as she traverses the ocean world of Ivoire, providing aid to those in need. When a fleet of ghost ships attack, it’s up to Marona and her new friend Apricot to assemble the legendary crew that once defeated these spectral foes.
Recruit Phantoms, bind them to objects, combine them with Gadgets, and even merge them with Marona herself to unleash show-stopping abilities and sink the Shipwreck Fleet!

Hello Kitty Island Adventure – January 30th

Upcoming Switch Games Hello Kitty

Discover eight unique regions, from the ocean’s depths to an island in the clouds. Befriend iconic characters like cheerful Hello Kitty, mischievous Kuromi and sweet Cinnamoroll. Bake, cook and craft the perfect gifts to become best friends. Renovate cabins and decorate them to attract even more wonderful characters.
Create your perfect avatar, find and customise hundreds of outfits tailored to you, and create and collect furniture to achieve your dream home aesthetic.

Celebrate the joys of summertime, the winter holidays and more with a year-round calendar of events. And don’t forget to throw birthday parties for your friends.  Solve hidden puzzles, catch cute critters, and garden to fill the world with flowers. Dive into a multiplayer game with real-world friends and family: team up to explore, get bonuses, and take sweet snapshots together.

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