5 new Switch 2 games to play in May 2026
May 2026 brings five highly anticipated games to the Nintendo Switch 2, headlined by a new exclusive platformer from Nintendo EPD. Despite the absence of major cross-platform titles like Forza Horizon 6 and 007 First Light, the Switch 2 lineup features a mix of exclusive and ported experiences. Highlights include a classic AAA action-adventure port and one of the year's most anticipated indie releases.
- ▪A new Nintendo Switch 2-exclusive platformer is launching in May 2026.
- ▪Forza Horizon 6 and 007 First Light will not be released on Switch 2.
- ▪The lineup includes a port of a recent AAA action-adventure game and a major indie title.
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