8 Biggest New Switch 2 Games Coming in February 2026

The Nintendo Switch 2 had a spectacular 2025, debuting a strong lineup of launch titles and keeping the momentum strong with exclusive games like Donkey Kong Banana and Kirby Air Riders. To keep Switch 2 early adopters happy and convince others to buy the console, Nintendo will need to ensure there is a steady stream of high-quality, brand new game releases for its latest home console/handheld hybrid.

The Switch 2 launched in 2026 with a built-in version of the Animal Crossing: New Horizons with platform-exclusive features, and will soon be home to major third-party releases such as Dynasty Warriors: Origins, Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergradeand Dispatch. As January 2026 comes to a close, many Switch 2 owners are no doubt looking ahead to what February 2026 will bring to the table. As it turns out, next month is even more stacked when it comes to new Switch 2 releases.

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On February 1st, Switch 2 players can play the new cozy game Starsand Island. February 5, the much-awaited one Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined will drop for Switch 2, with PGA Tour 2K25 coming a day later on February 6. February 12th and 13th will prove to be particularly busy days for Switch 2 players. On February 12, both Mario tennis fever and Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties hit the scene, while High on Life 2 and Reborn animal both will be released on February 13. Things slow down a bit from there, but then Switch 2 finishes the month strong with the release of Resident Evil Requiem.

This is not a comprehensive list of all Switch 2 games releasing in February 2026, but these are the highest profile new releases.

Upcoming Switch 2 Games for February 2026

Starsand Island – February 1st
Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined – February 5th
PGA Tour 2K25 – February 6
Mario Tennis Fever – February 12th
Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties – February 12th
High on Life 2 – 13 February
Reanimal – February 13
Resident Evil Requiem – February 27th

Resident Evil Requiem is coming to Switch 2 on the same day that two of its predecessors are released for the console. While Resident Evil Requiem is definitely the more exciting new release, Switch 2 owners who have never played Resident Evil 7 or Resident Evil Village will have even more to look forward to that day.

Of all the new Switch 2 games releasing in February 2026, the one that could generate the most interest is potentially Mario tennis fever. Most Mario Tennis games have been great, but the simple fact that it's exclusive to Switch 2 already elevates it above many multi-platform releases. What has been shown by Mario tennis fever so far it's looking pretty impressive, and fans will find out sooner rather than later how it compares to other entries in the franchise.

Switch 2 owners have even more to look forward to in February

In addition to the new Switch 2 game releases coming in February, next month will likely also feature both a Nintendo Direct and Pokemon Presents event. Nintendo has historically hosted Direct events in February, and with many of its first half 2026 games still without concrete release dates, it seems very likely that the streak will continue. Pokemon Presents, meanwhile, is virtually guaranteed to take place on Pokemon Day (February 27), and will likely give fans their first look at Generation 10 Pokémon games, are believed to be Switch 2 exclusive titles.

Between the big events on deck in February and the big new game releases, next month is shaping up to be one of the most exciting for the Switch 2 since the console launched last June.