Updated: This article was last updated on July 2, 2026.
This page tracks every new game that has arrived on Nintendo platforms in July 2026. It covers two categories:
- New Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 games are commercial releases now available or releasing this month.
- Nintendo Switch Online classic additions are retro games added to the NSO library for free, across NES, SNES, Game Boy, Nintendo 64, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo GameCube, and more.
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Nintendo Switch Games Release Calendar
All upcoming Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 games with confirmed release dates, organized by month.
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New Nintendo Switch Games in July 2026
The following games are now available or releasing this month for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.
| Game | Platform | Available |
|---|---|---|
| Rhythm Heaven™ Groove | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Mermaid Catch: Transform Sirens into Anime Boys | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Mermaid Catch: Transform Sirens into Anime Girls | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Botany Manor | Nintendo Switch 2 | Available Now |
| BEYBLADE X EVOBATTLE SUPER ULTIMATE EDITION | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Freaky Trip Ultra Ultimate | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Monopoly: Star Wars™ Heroes vs. Villains | Nintendo Switch 2 | Available Now |
| Rooftops and Alleys: The Parkour Game – Anniversary Edition | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| S.N.I.P.E.R. – Hunter Scope Luxury Edition | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Star Fox™ | Nintendo Switch 2 | Available Now |
| Love Island: Forbidden Boys Temptation | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Love Island: Forbidden Girls Temptation | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Wantama☆Life | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector | Nintendo Switch 2 | Available Now |
| MAMIYA – A Shared Illusion of the World’s End – | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| SAEKO: Giantess Dating Sim Digital Deluxe Edition | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| The Necromancer’s Tale | Nintendo Switch 2 | Available Now |
| nOS new Operating System Ultra Platinum | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Deer & Boy – Deluxe Edition | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Destroy All Humans! | Nintendo Switch 2 | Available Now |
| Wanderstop | Nintendo Switch 2 | Available Now |
| Sonic Frontiers – Definitive Edition | Nintendo Switch 2 | Available Now |
| Family Chess Prime Edition | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Sid Meier’s Civilization® VII: Brush and Blade Collection | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Farm2 + | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Pets and Friends Summer Vibes | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Knights & Guns Enhancement Edition | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
New Nintendo Switch Online Classic Games in July 2026
Nintendo adds titles to the Switch Online library each month at no extra cost for subscribers. Below are the latest additions grouped by classic system.
Nintendo GameCube
- Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness
- Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance
- Wario World
- Luigi’s Mansion
Game Boy Advance
- Mario vs. Donkey Kong
- Mr. Driller 2
- KLONOA Empire of Dreams
- Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones
Nintendo 64
- Donkey Kong 64
- Tonic Trouble
- Rayman® 2: The Great Escape
- KILLER INSTINCT® GOLD
Virtual Boy
- V-TETRIS®
- SPACE INVADERS VIRTUAL COLLECTION
- VIRTUAL BOWLING
- VERTICAL FORCE
- Jack Bros.
- Mario’s Tennis
- Mario Clash
- 3-D TETRIS®
Super NES
- Mario & Wario
- FATAL FURY SPECIAL
- BUBSY in Claws Encounters of the Furred Kind
- Mario Paint
Game Boy
- Yoshi
- Balloon Kid
- BIONIC COMMANDO
- Kid Icarus: Of Myths and Monsters
NES
- THE TOWER OF DRUAGA
- Mendel Palace
- PAC-MAN
- BATTLETOADS
What Is Nintendo Switch Online?
Nintendo Switch Online is a paid subscription that unlocks online multiplayer and access to a growing library of classic games. Two tiers are available:
- Nintendo Switch Online includes NES, SNES, and Game Boy games, plus online play and cloud saves.
- Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack adds Nintendo 64, Game Boy Advance, Sega Genesis, Game Boy Color, and Nintendo GameCube games, plus DLC packs for select titles.
| System | Included With |
|---|---|
| NES | Nintendo Switch Online |
| SNES | Nintendo Switch Online |
| Game Boy | Nintendo Switch Online |
| Nintendo 64 | Expansion Pack |
| Game Boy Advance | Expansion Pack |
| Sega Genesis | Expansion Pack |
| Nintendo GameCube | Expansion Pack |
| Virtual Boy | Expansion Pack |
Nintendo FAQ
How often does Nintendo add classic games to Switch Online?
There is no fixed schedule, but new NES, SNES, N64, GBA, and GameCube titles typically arrive every few weeks. This page tracks each drop.
Do NSO classic games cost extra?
No. They are included with your subscription. NES, SNES, and Game Boy come with the base tier; N64, GBA, Sega Genesis, and GameCube require the Expansion Pack.
Do new Switch releases require Nintendo Switch Online?
No. Commercial releases listed above are bought separately. NSO is only needed for online multiplayer and the classic library.
For the full classic game library, visit the Nintendo Switch Online classic games page.
