Updated: This article was last updated on September 2, 2026.
This page tracks every new game that has arrived on Nintendo platforms in September 2026. It covers two categories:
- New Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 games are commercial releases now available or releasing this month.
- Nintendo Switch Online classic additions are retro games added to the NSO library for free, across NES, SNES, Game Boy, Nintendo 64, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo GameCube, and more.
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Nintendo Switch Games Release Calendar
All upcoming Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 games with confirmed release dates, organized by month.
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New Nintendo Switch Games in September 2026
The following games are now available or releasing this month for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.
| Game | Platform | Available |
|---|---|---|
| Toaplan Arcade Garage: Flying Fire Shark | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition | Nintendo Switch 2 | Available Now |
| S.N.I.P.E.R. – Hunter Scope VIP Edition | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS – Ultimate Edition | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS – Deluxe Edition | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| 31 Full Games for Everyone | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| METAL GEAR SOLID: MASTER COLLECTION Vol.2 | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Lou’s Lagoon | Nintendo Switch 2 | Available Now |
| Train Plus Japan Drive Western Japan Trains! Rapid Service Edition | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Touhou: Lost Branch of Legend | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| BRIGANDINE ABYSS | Nintendo Switch 2 | Available Now |
| Therian Crush: Wild Animal Boys | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Therian Crush: Wild Animal Girls | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Court of Darkness: Adoration’s Kiss | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| METAL GEAR SOLID 4: Guns of the Patriots – Master Collection Version | Nintendo Switch 2 | Available Now |
| Murders on the Yangtze River Deluxe Edition | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| I am an Air Traffic Controller AIRPORT HERO Centrair EX | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Model Debut4 | Nintendo Switch 2 | Available Now |
| Fractured Worlds | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| nOS new Operating System Wallpapers Collection 3 | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Pawbay: Proud Parents | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Knights & Guns Enhanced Edition | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Another Crab’s Treasure | Nintendo Switch 2 | Available Now |
| Wobbly Life | Nintendo Switch 2 | Available Now |
| Beach Volleyball Girls: Hot Spike | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| Sports Camp: A 35-Game Adventure | Nintendo Switch 2 | Available Now |
| Beach Volleyball Boys: Hot Spike | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| OVER REQUIEMZ | Nintendo Switch | Available Now |
| DayZ: Cool Edition | Nintendo Switch 2 | Available Now |
New Nintendo Switch Online Classic Games in September 2026
Nintendo adds titles to the Switch Online library each month at no extra cost for subscribers. Below are the latest additions grouped by classic system.
Nintendo GameCube
- Super Mario Sunshine
- Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness
- Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance
- Wario World
Game Boy Advance
- Dr. Mario & Puzzle League
- Mario vs. Donkey Kong
- Mr. Driller 2
- KLONOA Empire of Dreams
Nintendo 64
- Donkey Kong 64
- Tonic Trouble
- Rayman® 2: The Great Escape
- KILLER INSTINCT® GOLD
Virtual Boy
- ZERO RACERS
- D-HOPPER
- V-TETRIS®
- SPACE INVADERS VIRTUAL COLLECTION
- VIRTUAL BOWLING
- VERTICAL FORCE
- Jack Bros.
- Mario’s Tennis
Super NES
- Mario & Wario
- FATAL FURY SPECIAL
- BUBSY in Claws Encounters of the Furred Kind
- Mario Paint
Game Boy
- Fortified Zone
- The Sword of Hope II
- Wario Land: Super Mario Land 3
- Yoshi
NES
- THE TOWER OF DRUAGA
- Mendel Palace
- PAC-MAN
- BATTLETOADS
What Is Nintendo Switch Online?
Nintendo Switch Online is a paid subscription that unlocks online multiplayer and access to a growing library of classic games. Two tiers are available:
- Nintendo Switch Online includes NES, SNES, and Game Boy games, plus online play and cloud saves.
- Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack adds Nintendo 64, Game Boy Advance, Sega Genesis, Game Boy Color, and Nintendo GameCube games, plus DLC packs for select titles.
| System | Included With |
|---|---|
| NES | Nintendo Switch Online |
| SNES | Nintendo Switch Online |
| Game Boy | Nintendo Switch Online |
| Nintendo 64 | Expansion Pack |
| Game Boy Advance | Expansion Pack |
| Sega Genesis | Expansion Pack |
| Nintendo GameCube | Expansion Pack |
| Virtual Boy | Expansion Pack |
Nintendo FAQ
How often does Nintendo add classic games to Switch Online?
There is no fixed schedule, but new NES, SNES, N64, GBA, and GameCube titles typically arrive every few weeks. This page tracks each drop.
Do NSO classic games cost extra?
No. They are included with your subscription. NES, SNES, and Game Boy come with the base tier; N64, GBA, Sega Genesis, and GameCube require the Expansion Pack.
Do new Switch releases require Nintendo Switch Online?
No. Commercial releases listed above are bought separately. NSO is only needed for online multiplayer and the classic library.
For the full classic game library, visit the Nintendo Switch Online classic games page.
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