The Best Nintendo Switch Games of Summer 2017

Have you tried the newest hybrid console from Nintendo, The Nintendo Switch? The Switch can conveniently be used at home and on-the-go, and we’re not surprised that it tops the charts as the fast-selling home console ever. Since it’s recent release in March, gamers have been eagerly anticipating the games scheduled to release throughout the summer for this new platform. Here’s the releases we’re anticipating this summer season:

Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition

Release Date: May 11 If you’re big on Minecraft, there’s no question you’ll love the recently released Switch Edition. Two modes, Creative and Survival, allow you to create or fight with unlimited resources. Gamers and reviewers alike claim that this on-the-go version of Minecraft might be the best yet.

Disgaea 5 Complete Release Date: May 23

Newcomers and veterans will love the complete Disgaea 5 story, plus 8 bonus scenarios featuring 7 fan-favorite characters from past editions. It holds true to the RPG classic, but with an exciting, brand-new story.

Ultra Street Fighter 2: The Final Challengers

Release Date: May 26 One of the most iconic fighting games is now available for Nintendo Switch! It offers two exciting modes: classic pixel-art graphics for the nostalgic fan or refined, modern graphics if you’re looking for something new.

Arms

Release Date: June 16 This highly-anticipated fighter game is set to release this month! The Nintendo Switch Joy Con controllers allow you to take down your opponent with simple motion and button control. By choosing from a variety of fighters and unique arenas, Arms brings fast-paced fun to the next level.

Splatoon 2

Release Date: July 21 Are you thinking ink? Splatoon 2 is another highly-anticipated release of this summer, scheduled to drop in July! This release combines Splatoon favorites, like the Splat roller and Splat charger, with brand-new weapons and moves. You can also try local, multi-player turf war battles and use the Joy Con gyro controls for better aiming and control.

Fate/EXTELLA: The Umbral Star

Release Date: July 25 The Switch enters the Fate Universe on July 25th with this release. As the first action game in the Fate series, you can play the part of a heroine Servant taking on enemies in the Holy Grail War.

Sonic Mania

Release Date: August 31 Sonic fans will appreciate the classic experience and love the brand new twists reimagined for the Nintendo Switch platform.

Namco Museum

Release Date: Summer Play 80s classics like PAC-MAN™, GALAGA™, SPLATTERHOUSE™, TANK FORCE™ and more with new challenge modes made just for the Switch.

Project Mekuru

Release Date: Unknown This mysterious new project without an official title or launch date is exclusive to the switch and appears to be some sort of tile-flipping puzzle game. Whatever it is—we’re excited about it.

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The Best Nintendo Switch Games of Summer 2017

Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition

Disgaea 5 Complete Release Date: May 23

Ultra Street Fighter 2: The Final Challengers

Arms

Splatoon 2

Fate/EXTELLA: The Umbral Star

Sonic Mania

Namco Museum

Project Mekuru

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