As 2026 approaches, the buzz around Nintendo’s next wave of releases is louder than ever. While some titles are confirmed, others remain firmly in rumor territory—fuelled by leaks, developer hints, and industry speculation. Here are ten games that aren’t currently on Switch but are heavily rumoured to arrive.
1. Grounded 2
Leading the speculation is Grounded 2, the backyard survival sequel from Obsidian. While currently in early access on Xbox and PC, developers have hinted it may follow the original game’s path to other platforms—including Switch—once development matures.
2. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake
A full remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is rumored to be targeting Nintendo’s newer hardware, potentially landing during the 2026 holiday season.
3. Star Fox (New Entry)
A classic-style revival of Star Fox is reportedly in development, with online features and a possible 2026 reveal window.
4. Kingdom Hearts Integrum Masterpiece
Rumours suggest a native version of the Kingdom Hearts collection could finally arrive, replacing the cloud-based versions that disappointed fans.
5. Crimson Desert
The massive open-world RPG Crimson Desert is reportedly being tested for Nintendo hardware, though technical challenges remain due to its scale.
6. Romeo is a Dead Man
From the creator of No More Heroes, Romeo is a Dead Man isn’t planned for Switch at launch—but the developer has openly expressed interest in bringing it over later.
7. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
Following Square Enix’s growing support for Nintendo platforms, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is rumored to make the jump, potentially in a scaled or enhanced edition.
8. Elden Ring – Tarnished Edition
FromSoftware’s acclaimed RPG Elden Ring is rumored to receive a “Tarnished Edition” for Nintendo hardware, bringing its vast world to handheld play.
9. Borderlands 4
The chaotic looter-shooter Borderlands 4 has appeared on speculative release lists for 2026–2027, suggesting a possible Switch version could follow.
10. Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave
A brand-new entry in the Fire Emblem series has been rumored for a 2026 release window, continuing Nintendo’s strategy RPG legacy.
Final Thoughts
While none of these titles (except early hints like Grounded 2) are officially confirmed for Switch, the pattern is clear: more developers are exploring Nintendo hardware than ever before. If even half of these rumours prove true, 2026 could be one of the most ambitious years in Switch history.