The Nintendo Switch 2 launches this June 5, and its lineup looks incredibly strong. It features AAA titles from iconic studios like Capcom and CD Projekt Red.
While Switch games haven’t always been celebrated for their graphical realism, the Nintendo Switch 2 may finally earn that accolade, thanks to the hybrid system’s enhanced power.
What Are The Most Graphically Impressive Launch Games on the Nintendo Switch 2?
The most graphically impressive launch titles on the Nintendo Switch 2 include Mario Kart World, Cyberpunk 2077, Split Fiction, Hogwarts Legacy, and Street Fighter 6.
Mario Kart World
As the first exclusive title revealed for the Nintendo Switch 2, it’s no surprise Nintendo is once again putting its iconic Italian plumber front and center. This time, the Mario Kart franchise continues to evolve, not just in gameplay, but in visual appeal, thanks to its shift to an open-world format.
Sure, it may not compete with Sony or Xbox in terms of pure graphical horsepower, but Nintendo has always prioritized smart design and strong art direction. Mario Kart World's seamless, open-world racing game speaks volumes. This is a visually demanding title, and it shows.
Cyberpunk 2077
We’ve already discussed how visually stunning Cyberpunk 2077 looks on the Nintendo Switch 2 in our previous piece, especially after seeing some preview footage. It almost feels like CD Projekt Red pulled off some kind of black magic. Remarkably, the game runs even better on the Switch 2 than on Valve’s Steam Deck or the base PlayStation 4.
Cyberpunk 2077 on Switch 2 is a statement piece; a sign that Nintendo is ready to compete in the open-world AAA market with the power of its new hardware. While the game runs at 40 FPS in docked mode at 1080p, that doesn’t detract from the Switch 2’s potential. Night City is just the beginning. Who knows? Maybe The Witcher 4 will be a Switch 2 title as well.
Split Fiction
Hazelight’s Split Fiction is the best of both worlds, literally. Blending sci-fi and fantasy, it offers the perfect opportunity for the Nintendo Switch 2 to show off what it can really do. Designed as a co-op game, it’s already turning heads with its inventive take on the split-screen format.
Built using Unreal Engine 5, Split Fiction sends a clear message: the Nintendo Switch 2 can handle cutting-edge tech. With this dynamic co-op adventure, EA may finally have its most visually impressive title on a Nintendo platform.
Hogwarts Legacy
Warner Bros. brings its open-world Harry Potter RPG to Nintendo’s newest handheld, and fans couldn’t be more excited. While Hogwarts Legacy technically launched on the original Switch, the performance and visuals left much to be desired.
Now, the upgraded version on the Switch 2 finally feels like the experience fans were hoping for. If you own the game, you can grab the visual and performance upgrade for $10. New players, however, will have to pay the full $70 price tag.
With the upgrade, Hogwarts Legacy transforms into a true current-gen title. Exploring the hallowed halls of Hogwarts, wandering through Hogsmeade, or simply immersing yourself in the Wizarding World now looks and feels far better.
READ: Hogwarts Legacy 2 - Features Fans Want to See in the Sequel
Street Fighter 6
Capcom continues to flex the power of its RE Engine with this native port of Street Fighter 6, arriving on Switch 2 at launch. The game already runs noticeably better than it does on older platforms, and it’s one of the first Capcom titles to push the RE Engine's capabilities on Nintendo hardware, following in the footsteps of Monster Hunter Rise.
These are just the five major titles with the most appealing graphics when the Nintendo Switch 2 launches.
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