Top 20 Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games Q3/Q4 2017

Handheld Players reveals its top 20 upcoming Nintendo Switch games in Q3/Q4 2017. What are your most anticipated Nintendo Switch games in Q3/Q4 2017? Let us know in the comments!

20. Pokken Tournament DX

North America: September 22nd (Retail, eShop), Europe: September 2nd (RetaileShop)
Genre: Fighting Game, Publisher: Nintendo

Pokken Tournament DX

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The popular Pokémon fighting game comes to the Nintendo Switch with added Pokémon fighters and new ways to battle other players. Take direct control of one of over 20 prized Pokémon fighters to defeat other Pokémon in action-packed arena fights. You can battle at home or on the go to become the Ferrum League champion!

Master the new fighting styles of Croagunk, Scizor, Empoleon, Darkrai, and the newly added Decidueye. New modes give you the ability to challenge your friends in intense competition. Duke it out with your favorite Pokémon Fighters in Team Battle. Then record and upload your favorite fights with the new replay feature. Take the battle on the road or find competition online in the new Group Match Mode.

19. LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 2

North America: November 14th (Retail, eShop), Europe: November 17th (RetaileShop)
Genre: Action Game, Publisher: Warner Bros.

LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 2 Nintendo Switch

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LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 2 is an all-new, epic adventure and sequel to the smash hit, LEGO Marvel Super Heroes. This original branching storyline, co-written by comic book veteran Kurt Busiek, transports players into a cosmic battle across a myriad of Marvel locations ripped from time and space into the incredible open hub world of Chronopolis. Packed with signature LEGO humour for fans of all ages, gamers will go head-to-head with the time-travelling Kang the Conqueror through Ancient Egypt, The Old West, Sakaar, New York City in 2099 and many other Marvel settings.

18. Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2

North America: September 22nd (Retail, eShop), Europe: September 22nd (RetaileShop)
Genre: Action Game, Publisher: Bandai Namco

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 Nintendo Switch

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Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 builds upon the highly popular Dragon Ball Xenoverse with enhanced graphics that will further immerse players into the largest and most detailed Dragon Ball world ever developed.

Featuring Nintendo Switch specific controls and functionality, players will be able to execute famous moves such as the Kamehameha and the Spirit Bomb with the Joy Con Motion Controls. Players will also be able to join friends for grand Dragon Ball adventures through a six-player local play mode, exclusive to the Nintendo Switch.

17. Battle Chasers: Nightwar

North America: October (Retail, eShop), Europe: October (RetaileShop)
Genre: Action RPG, Publisher: THQ Nordic

Battle Chasers: Nightwar Nintendo Switch

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Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG inspired by the classic console greats, featuring deep dungeon diving, turn-based combat presented in a classic JRPG format, and a rich story driven by exploration of the world. It features classic turn-based combat with a unique overcharge mana system and incredible Battle Bursts. Players can explore beautiful, randomly-generated dungeons loaded with traps, puzzles, secrets and loot and an overworld peppered with hidden dungeons, rare bosses and randomly appearing friends and foes. Build your adventuring party by choosing three of six available heroes from the classic Battle Chasers comic series, each with unique abilities, perks, items and dungeon skills.

16. Nights of Azure 2: Bride of the New Moon

North America: October 24th (Retail, eShop), Europe: October 27th (RetaileShop)
Genre: Action RPG, Publisher: Koei Tecmo

Nights of Azure 2: Bride of the New Moon Nintendo Switch

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Nights of Azure 2: Bride of the New Moon takes place in a fictional, demon-ridden Western European city towards the end of the 19th century. The story focuses on a knight protector named Alushe and her two childhood friends – Liliana, a kind-hearted priestess, and Ruhenheid, a holy knight of the Lourdes Order. While guarding Liliana, Alushe is ambushed and killed only to later awaken as an artificial half-demon at the hands of the New Curia, a religious organization with dark ties. In the company of a variety of unlikely allies with their own pasts and agendas, Alushe’s strong desire to save Liliana gives her the strength to scatter the shadows shrouding the world and motivation to uncover the shocking truth behind the mysterious Queen of the Moon.

15. Sine Mora EX

North America: 2017 (Retail, eShop), Europe: 2017 (RetaileShop)
Genre: Shoot ‘Em Up, Publisher: THQ Nordic

Sine Mora EX Nintendo Switch

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Sine Mora EX is a side-scrolling shoot’em up that provides a unique challenge, where time is the ultimate factor. Mixing classic shooter sensibilities with contemporary presentation, Sine Mora EX offers both a Story Mode that weaves an over-the-top tale and an Arcade Mode that provides deep, satisfying gameplay to challenge fans of the genre. With many ways to manipulate time, Sine Mora EX features over 50 weapon combinations to complete each beautiful stage that fits to the player’s skills with scaling difficulty. Soundtrack composed by Akira Yamaoka and featuring boss designs by Mahiro Maeda.

14. Resident Evil Revelations Collection

North America: 2017 (Retail, eShop), Europe: 2017 (eShop)
Genre: Survival Horror, Publisher: Capcom

Resident Evil Revelations Collection Nintendo Switch

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Survival horror makes it way to the Nintendo Switch with this 2 game collection featuring Resident Evil Revelations and a downloadable voucher for Resident Evil Revelations 2 (Retail Release North America only). Resident Evil Revelations features Jill Valentine and Claire Redfield as they investigate an abandoned cruise ship where terror lurks around every corner. Resident Evil Revelations 2 features 2 separate, but intertwined storylines featuring Claire Redfield and Barry Burton as they find themselves on an abandoned prison island. The fan favorite Raid Mode is available in both titles and is packed with solo/co-op content to keep players running and gunning for hours on end. All previous add-ons and DLC are included for both titles.

13. Fire Emblem Warriors

North America: 2017 (Retail, eShop), Europe: 2017 (RetaileShop)
Genre: Action Game, Publisher: Nintendo

Fire Emblem Warriors Nintendo Switch

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Clash with legions of soldiers and fierce monsters as Marth, Xander, Corrin, and other Fire Emblem heroes unleashing over-the-top-powerful Dynasty Warriors-style moves. Take direct control of known and original Fire Emblem characters, issue them strategic commands in the midst of battle, pair up heroes to unleash stunning attacks, and more. Unlock new playable heroes, each with their own unique moves, special attacks, weapon types, and voiced dialogue in this large-scale action game from the Hyrule Warriors team.

12. Minecraft: Story Mode – The Complete Adventure

North America: August 22nd (Retail, eShop), Europe: August 25th (RetaileShop)
Genre: Adventure, Publisher: Telltale Games

Minecraft: Story Mode - The Complete Adventure Nintendo Switch

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Minecraft: Story Mode – The Complete Adventure includes all eight episodes from the first season of Minecraft: Story Mode: five episodes from the original season pass, plus the three bonus episodes from the ‘Adventure Pass’ add-on series.

In Minecraft: Story Mode, players embark on a perilous adventure across the Overworld, through the Nether, to the End, and beyond. While attempting to enter EnderCon and meet Gabriel the Warrior, Jesse and friends discover that something is wrong… something dreadful. Terror is unleashed, forcing Jesse to set out on a quest to find The Order of the Stone in hopes of saving the world from oblivion.

11. Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle

North America: August 29th (Retail, eShop), Europe: August 29th (RetaileShop)
Genre: Strategy RPG, Publisher: Ubisoft

Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle Nintendo Switch

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This is the story of an unexpected encounter between Mario and the irreverent Rabbids. The Mushroom Kingdom has been torn apart by a mysterious vortex, transporting the Rabbids into the once-peaceful area, splintering this beloved land. To bring order back to the Kingdom, Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and Yoshi team up with Rabbids heroes in a journey through four different worlds.

Join these eight heroes to explore a new world twisted by the mischievous Rabbids, filled with secrets and nods to classic Mario games! Outwit unpredictable enemies in dynamic turn-based combat and co-op challenges, and solve puzzles along the way. Discover a feel-good and modern combat adventure designed exclusively for the Nintendo Switch™ system, playable anywhere, anytime, with anyone.

10. Axiom Verge

North America: October 17th (Retail, eShop), Europe: October 17th (RetaileShop)
Genre: Metroidvania, Publisher: Thomas Happ Games / Badland Games

Axiom Verge Nintendo Switch

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Axiom Verge is a retro-styled 2D metroidvania action-adventure, inspired by such classics as Rygar, Contra, Bionic Commando, Blaster Master, and, of course, Metroid. But it also gives you power over glitches like those found in classic games, allowing you to scramble enemies, corrupt environments, and enter hidden areas.

Axiom Verge features 9 interlocking areas, unique tools and abilities, loads of weapons and upgrades, combat with dozens of unique creatures and bosses, glitches allowing you to break past the boundaries of normal gameplay, and a Speedrun Mode with streamlined interface and additional features.

09. Superbeat: XONiC

North America: October 3rd (Retail, eShop), Europe: October (RetaileShop)
Genre: Rhythm Game, Publisher: PM Studios (NA), Rising Star Games (EU)

Superbeat: XONiC Nintendo Switch

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The Nintendo Switch verison of Superbeat: XONiC will have optimized controls and can be enjoyed using either the touchscreen or buttons when played in handheld mode. Players will be able to listen to over 50 music tracks and boogie through 200 different play Street Date patterns. Depending on your skill level, you can choose between 4TRAX (beginner), 6TRAX, and 6TRAX FX (master). A Free Style mode guarantees endless gameplay options. Compete with players from all around the world with the realtime online-ranking system.

08. Shakedown Hawaii

North America: 2017 (eShop), Europe: 2017 (eShop)
Genre: Action Game, Publisher: VBlank Entertainment

Shakedown Hawaii Nintendo Switch

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Shakedown Hawaii is a parody of mega corporations, white collar crimes, and the most comically egregious business practices that go alongside. You play an aging CEO, stranded in a world he no longer understands, with a company that’s now a relic of the past.

Through story missions, small jobs and your own acquisitions, you’ll gain ownership of properties and businesses. The revenue they generate can then be funneled back into more acquisitions. New opportunities will emerge as your empire branches out into new market segments. With the disguise, you can begin sabotaging competitors, threatening those who threaten your brands, and collaterally “rezone” land.

07. Stardew Valley

North America: 2017 (eShop), Europe: 2017 (eShop)
Genre: Simulation, Publisher: Chucklefish

Stardew Valley Nintendo Switch

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Stardew Valley is an open-ended country-life RPG! You’ve inherited your grandfather’s old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home? It won’t be easy. Ever since Joja Corporation came to town, the old ways of life have all but disappeared. The community center, once the town’s most vibrant hub of activity, now lies in shambles. But the valley seems full of opportunity. With a little dedication, you might just be the one to restore Stardew Valley to greatness!

06. Rayman Legends Definitive Edition

North America: September 12th (Retail, eShop), Europe: September 12th (RetaileShop)
Genre: Platformer, Publisher: Ubisoft

Rayman Legends Definitive Edition Nintendo Switch

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Players’ all-time favourite, Rayman, is back in the game thanks to Rayman Legends Definitive Edition, the ultimate version of the critically acclaimed Rayman Legends created by Michel Ancel. This edition includes all the game’s traditional features, such as Kung Foot, plus some brand-new surprises.

Rayman, Globox and the Teensies are off wandering through an enchanted forest when they discover a mysterious tent filled with a series of captivating paintings. As they look closer, they notice each painting seems to tell the story of a different mythical world. While focusing on a painting that shows a medieval land, they are suddenly sucked into the painting, entering the world, and the adventure begins. The gang must run, jump and fight their way through each world to save the day and discover the secrets of every legendary painting.

05. FIFA 18

North America: September 29th (Retail, eShop), Europe: September 29th (Retail, eShop)
Genre: Sport, Publisher: Electronic Arts

FIFA 18 Nintendo Switch

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The Nintendo Switch edition of FIFA 18 brings the modes fans know and love, including FIFA Ultimate Team, Career Mode, Kick Off and Local Seasons, making it the deepest portable game ever to be introduced by EA SPORTS FIFA. Ultimate Team fans will get to participate in beloved features like Squad Building Challenges, Online and Offline Seasons, Tournaments, and Draft. Players will enjoy live campaigns connected to the narrative of the football season, the Transfer Market, and more Ultimate Team features that will be revealed very soon.

The game takes advantage of the console’s unique portability, allowing players to enjoy the game in docked, handheld or tabletop mode, and utilizing local multiplayer connection for Local Seasons. Multiple control schemes are also featured, so whether you prefer to play handheld, dual Joy-Con, single Joy-Con or Pro Controller, there’s an option to fit your playstyle.

04. Rocket League

North America: 2017 (Retail, eShop), Europe: 2017 (RetaileShop)
Genre: Sport, Publisher: Psyonix

Rocket League Nintendo Switch

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Rocket League is a high-powered hybrid of arcade soccer and driving with rewarding physics-based gameplay. The Nintendo Switch edition will include the same features, upgrades and content as on the other platforms, plus several exclusives available only to Nintendo Switch owners. Exclusive Battle-Cars and Customization items will also be available, including Mario and Luigi hat toppers to decorate your car, with additional details to be announced later this year.

Rocket League will support all of the various play modes on Nintendo Switch, including TV mode, Tabletop mode, Handheld mode, both Online and Local Multiplayer, and be available for 1-8 players. It will also launch with Cross-Network support for players to compete against opponents on other available platforms.

03. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

North America: 2017 (Retail, eShop), Europe: 2017 (RetaileShop)
Genre: Action RPG, Publisher: Bethesda

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Nintendo Switch

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Winner of more than 200 Game of the Year Awards, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, the epic fantasy from Bethesda Game Studios, arrives for Nintendo Switch. The legendary open-world adventure where you can be anyone and do anything, now allows you to go anywhere – at home on your TV or on the go.

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim for Nintendo Switch includes all-new gameplay features like motion controls for combat and lockpicking, outfits and gear from The Legend of Zelda, plus additional loot unlocked from compatible The Legend of Zelda amiibo figures. Take down enemies with the Master Sword, protect yourself with the Hylian Shield or look heroic in the Champion’s Tunic. Skyrim also includes all official add-ons – Dawnguard, Hearthfire, and Dragonborn.

02. Super Mario Odyssey

North America: October 27th (Retail, eShop), Europe: October 27th (RetaileShop)
Genre: Platformer, Publisher: Nintendo

Super Mario Odyssey Nintendo Switch

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Join Mario on a massive, globe-trotting 3D adventure and use his incredible new abilities to collect Moons so you can power up your airship, the Odyssey, and rescue Princess Peach from Bowser’s wedding plans! This sandbox-style 3D Mario adventure – the first since 1996’s beloved Super Mario 64 and 2002’s Nintendo GameCube classic Super Mario Sunshine – is packed with secrets and surprises, and with Mario’s new moves like cap throw, cap jump, and capture, you’ll have fun and exciting gameplay experiences unlike anything you’ve enjoyed in a Mario game before. Get ready to be whisked away to strange and amazing places far from the Mushroom Kingdom.

01. Xenoblade Chronicles 2

North America: 2017 (Retail, eShop), Europe: 2017 (RetaileShop)
Genre: Action RPG, Publisher: Nintendo

Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch

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Explore an endless ocean of clouds, where the last remnants of civilization live on the backs of colossal beasts called Titans. Experience the story of Rex and his new friend, Pyra, a mysterious being known as a Blade who grants him tremendous power. Together, search for Pyra’s long lost home Elysium, the ultimate paradise for all of humanity.

Explore colossal beasts called Titans, the homes of different civilizations, offering expansive regions to discover. Form powerful bonds with Blades, unique beings granting tremendous power to their users, called Drivers. Features a deep battle system that builds on triumphs of the Xenoblade Chronicles and Xenoblade Chronicles X games.

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