Nintendo Switch 2 gamers have at least five big new games to look forward to in August 2026, though the lineup consists entirely of ports of older games. The original Nintendo Switch wasn't exactly known for being a powerful console, and so now publishers are playing catch-up on the Switch 2, bringing their PS5 and Xbox games to Nintendo's latest platform.
The Switch 2's launch lineup included multiple ports of well-established games, with perhaps the most notable being Cyberpunk 2077. Ports have continued to be a major part of the Switch 2's identity, with five major ones all set to drop in August 2026. Gamers that have already played these titles may not be too excited about the Switch 2's August 2026 lineup, but those that are new to these releases or simply want them on the go should mark their calendars accordingly.
As anticipation for the Ocarina of Time remake grows, a new leak indicates that Nintendo is working on a Zelda-themed version of the Switch 2.
This is not a comprehensive list of every Switch 2 game releasing in August 2026.
The five big new Switch 2 games releasing in August...
