The Nintendo Switch has become a haven for Sonic fans since its 2017 launch. Sega has consistently released new Sonic titles for the hybrid console, culminating in last year's Sonic x Shadow Generations, released alongside the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie. With the Switch 2 officially announced and backward compatibility confirmed, the future looks bright for Sonic on Nintendo platforms.
This article covers all currently available Sonic games on the Switch, plus anticipated Switch 2 releases.
AnswerSee ResultsNine Sonic Games Currently Available on Nintendo Switch:
A total of nine Sonic games have graced the Nintendo Switch since 2017, concluding with Sonic x Shadow Generations in October 2024. (Note: Nintendo Switch Online titles are excluded from this list.)
Sonic Games on Switch (Release Order):
- Sonic Mania (2017): A nostalgic tribute to classic Sonic games, featuring remixed and new levels. Considered a standout title of the 2010s.
- Sonic Forces (2017): Features Classic and Modern Sonic gameplay styles, along with a customizable avatar character.
- Team Sonic Racing (2019): A cooperative racing game emphasizing teamwork and strategic power-up sharing.
- Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 (2019): A crossover title featuring Olympic events and a story mode spanning different eras.
- Sonic Colors: Ultimate (2021): A remastered version of the original Sonic Colors, boasting enhanced graphics and new features.
- Sonic Origins (2022): A compilation of the first four classic Sonic games, remastered for modern consoles.
- Sonic Frontiers (2022): The franchise's first open-world (or "open-zone") adventure, offering a vast explorable landscape.
- Sonic Superstars (2023): A 3D Classic Sonic game with local multiplayer for up to four players.
- Sonic x Shadow Generations (2024): A remastered Sonic Generations with a new Shadow campaign.
Upcoming Sonic Games:
- Sonic Racing: Cross Worlds: Announced at the 2024 Game Awards, this racing game is slated for release on Switch later this year.
Further details on Switch 2 launch titles and release dates are expected in an upcoming Nintendo Direct. Additionally, a fourth Sonic the Hedgehog movie is in development, targeting a Spring 2027 release.
