Ah, the good ol’ Nintendo Switch 2—it’s been, what, six weeks now? Yeah, six, and the chatter’s still louder than that time I accidentally sat on my dog’s squeaky toy during a Zoom call. Seriously, ever since this magical little gadget hit the shelves, folks have been obsessively swiping through its sparse but promising library like they’re searching Tinder in a new city. Sure, not a ton of games yet, but hang tight—2025 promises goodies like "Kirby Air Riders" and that elusive "Metroid Prime 4: Beyond.” Time’s ticking, my friend.
Now, this backward compatibility thing—genius, right? All those old Switch games still have a home, and thank goodness, ‘cause summer’s hitting hard. Sticking indoors with the AC on feels less like a choice and more like survival. Scrolling through the eShop might feel like falling into a digital black hole, but hey, lucky for you, I’ve got some game picks. One of them has even managed to snag the spotlight already in this whirlwind of 2025.
So, it’s almost Friday, and I’ve rounded up not one, not two, but five—yes, five—Nintendo titles to drown out the Sunday-night blues. A couple hot off the Switch 2 presses, but no sweat if you’re still with the OG Switch.
Donkey Kong Bananza
Oh man, DK is back, and he’s not monkeying around. Gotta say, this game leaped to the top of the list like it was late for a banana delivery. Everyone’s buzzing about it—since that grand reveal in April, it’s been the talk of the gaming town. And the early reviews? Quite a few engagements shorter than the hype, but the ecstatic buzz is real! Engage in wild jungles (less sweat for you, more pixelated for him), with destructible environments and a plot that’s supposedly gripping—whatever that means. Old Switch die-hards, it’s time to save some bucks or watch from the sidelines.
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time
If RPGs that wrap you like a warm, confusing blanket are your jam, this is where the party’s at. Level-5 crafted this delightful world where you step into various roles—be it cooking up a storm or hunting imaginary creatures. Imagine inhabiting an island where you’re living your best life, then POOF—time travel is possible, and you’re flinging yourself into the future. Yeah, makes you ponder life choices, doesn’t it?
Survival Kids
Admit it, escape fantasies are like potato chips—you just can’t stop at one. This one, though—eh, a bit meh solo, yet co-op mode transforms it into a digital jamboree. Perfect for a summer sweatout where actually going outside is, how do I put it, entirely out of the question. Hop online, round up the buds, and forget that laundry pile for a bit longer.
Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars
Zipping back to yesteryears, these classics have been polished, sparkled, and shipped to both versions of the console. JRPG fans will find a nostalgic pit to fall into that’s been dusted off and revamped with modern perks. The perfect excuse to say, “Oh, right, I played those!” For those who missed it in ‘95—this is your moment!
Tamagotchi Plaza
We’ve all wanted a sprinkle of pastel chaos in our lives, haven’t we? Now you can manage shops, engage in mini-games, and roll in that sweet (digital) cash. Whether you’re in it for solo antics or local co-op, there’s something soothing about the cutesy chaos sprawled across Tamahiko Town. Joy-Con 2 exclusive shops? Yeah, there’s that too.
So, there it is. A weekend gaming lineup’s as quirky and unpredictable as my cat’s antics with laser pointers. Power up, chill out, and may the pixelated adventures commence!
