If you've had a Nintendo Switch [1] ($300) for a while now, you know just how much fun it is. And if you're new to the gaming device, welcome! All of your free time [2] is about to go right out the window. Whether you like to play solo, with family and friends, or online with thousands of other players, this compact system offers over 2,000 games to choose from. From decade-long cult classic sagas like Mortal Kombat to beautifully illustrated adventure games like Night in the Woods to recent favourites like Animal Crossing, the Nintendo Switch has every type of gamer covered. If you're needing some guidance into the thousands of options, don't worry — we compiled a list of our top 10 most binge-worthy games perfect for these long nights in.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Animal Crossing: New Horizons [4] ($60) is the perfect game for anyone looking to escape into their own private paradise. This game offers the best of both worlds, allowing you to play alone or open your island to visitors online.
L.A. Noire
For crime and thriller lovers, L.A. Noire [5] ($50) is just what the doctor ordered. Set in 1940's Los Angeles, play as an LAPD detective uncovering the city's rampant murder mysteries.
Mortal Kombat 11
The latest instalment of the notorious Mortal Kombat series, Mortal Kombat 11 [6] ($60) gives players the most personalized experience yet. For the first time in the saga's 25 years, users can now create their own characters.
Night in the Woods
For gamers looking for a great value, Night in the Woods [7] ($12, originally $20) offers a vibrant adventure storyline without an expensive price tag.
Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield
Looking for a blast from the past? The Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield Double Pack [8] ($120) delivers '90s nostalgia with a modern look and hundreds of new Pokémon to discover. Fans can purchase the double pack or each game individually [9] for $60.
Super Smash Bros: Ultimate
When the creators of Super Smash Bros: Ultimate [10] ($60) put "ultimate" in the title, they weren't exaggerating. The game includes every character in Super Smash Bros history, 900 music tracks, new moves, new stages, and a eight-player mode.
Overwatch: Legendary Edition
The game that dominated 2019 is now available for purchase on the Nintendo Switch. Overwatch: Legendary Edition [11] ($40) gives players 15 unique skins and a three-month subscription to Nintendo Switch Online.
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim [12] ($60) is perfect for any gamer who likes to choose their own pace. The open-world platform gives users complete customization in their own adventures, skills, reputation, and looks.
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
Winner of the 2017's Game of the Year, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild [13] ($60) is a stunning addition into the critically acclaimed saga. Travel through forests, mountains, villages, and more while solving puzzles and fighting off enemies in the kingdom of Hyrule.
Yoshi’s Crafted World
Any Mario-lover would appreciate Yoshi's Crafted World [14] ($60). Play solo or with friends, and adventure through different levels using everyday objects to complete the tasks.