6 Best Nintendo Switch Games of 2024 You Can Play on the Go

The Nintendo Switch is one of the best consoles to play games on the go. You can jump into a variety of titles without having to worry about being tied down to a large device.

There are a lot of amazing games on Nintendo's handheld console that come from different genres. There are platformers, action-adventures, and online multiplayer games that let you enjoy the company of other people.

Players have seen some really wonderful games released in 2024 and it can sometimes be difficult to keep track of the ones that are worth playing. We list down some of the best Nintendo Switch games this year that you should probably try.

1. Animal Crossing: New Horizons

First up is a cozy farming simulator that features an amazing social aspect, Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Players can build up their own dream homes and customize their characters with a variety of outfits.

The game also has other features such as fishing and bug catching. The great thing about Animal Crossing: New Horizons is that Nintendo puts out constant updates. These add a variety of new content and events that players can enjoy, according to Game Spot.

2. Fire Emblem: Three Houses

Fans of strategy will surely enjoy the latest entry in the beloved series that provides relentless action and a deep storyline. Fire Emblem: Three Heroes puts players in control of a professor who is responsible for overseeing one of three houses at a mysterious monastery.

In this game, you will experience a variety of battles that require you to think strategically in order to defeat your foes. Fire Emblem: Three Houses implements management sim features that give the title a fresh perspective.

3. The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom

This next game is the latest entry in The Legend of Zelda franchise and takes a dramatic shift from the usual titles. The main feature of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom is that the main protagonist is Princess Zelda herself instead of the warrior Link, Wired said.

Players are armed with so-called "echoes" that let Zelda battle against enemies and provide a variety of benefits. Despite its changes, this game still feels like any other Zelda game as it focuses on puzzle-solving features and mechanics that challenge players' thinking.

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4. Hades

Supergiant Games' hit roguelike arrived on the Nintendo Switch and made a name for itself even among handheld console users. This game lets you take control of Zagreus, the son of Hades, as he goes on a journey to escape the Underworld.

In Hades, players will make multiple attempts at escaping the Underworld, learning more about the different mechanics each time. When you die, you go back to the start but with more knowledge of what you need to do.

5. Pokemon Legends: Arceus

This entry in the Pokemon franchise featured a significant change from other mainline games as Pokemon freely roam the area and can be seen in the overworld. The story is set during the time when the first Pokedexes were made.

There are no gym leaders or badges that you need to collect as Pokemon Legends: Arceus focuses on players catching Pokemon. Fans of the franchise will certainly find something about this game they can enjoy.

6. Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door

Nintendo's most popular franchise is back with a remake of an old classic that modernizes the title and makes it feel even better than the original. Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door features an upgraded combat system that only gets better as players progress.

On top of this, the game's paper visuals are top-notch and the changes that were implemented make it feel like a whole new game. Even people who played the original on the GameCube will have a fresh experience with the remake, according to Tech Radar.

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