If you're seeking a versatile gaming platform for home and on-the-go play, the Nintendo Switch is the ultimate choice, especially for Sonic enthusiasts. Since its launch in 2017, Sega has consistently delivered Sonic games for the hybrid console, culminating in last year's release of Sonic x Shadow Generations alongside the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie. This showcases the enduring popularity and expansion of Sega's iconic speedster.

With the official announcement of the Nintendo Switch 2, fans can anticipate even more Sonic titles. The Switch 2's backward compatibility, as confirmed in its trailer, ensures that your current Sonic games will continue to be playable. For those eager to dive into the modern era of Sonic and his friends, here's a comprehensive list of all the Sonic the Hedgehog games available on the Switch, as well as upcoming titles expected for the Switch 2.

A total of nine Sonic games have been released for Nintendo Switch, spanning from the system's debut in 2017 to the latest release, Sonic x Shadow Generations, in October 2024. Note that this list does not include games available through a Nintendo Switch Online subscription.

Most Recent Release### Sonic x Shadow Generations

10See it at AmazonEvery Sonic Game Released on the Switch (in Release Order)

Sonic Mania (2017)

Sonic Forces (2017)

Sonic Forces features both Classic and Modern Sonic uniting to resist Dr. Eggman's global conquest, aided by the masked jackal Infinite, who wields the Phantom Ruby to create doppelgangers and manipulate reality. The game alternates between third-person Boost gameplay with Modern Sonic, side-scrolling with Classic Sonic, and a customizable avatar mode using Wisp power-ups. While the writing and lighting may not be the series' strongest, the game remains enjoyable for many players.

### Sonic Forces

5$24.88 See it at Amazon### Team Sonic Racing (2019)

Team Sonic Racing redefines racing games by emphasizing teamwork over competition. Inspired by Sonic Heroes, players race in teams of three, collaborating to secure victory through strategic use of Wisp power-ups and close attention to teammates' performance. The game allows for extensive customization, including gold rims and colorful paint jobs reminiscent of West Coast Customs.

### 2 Games Sonic Mania + Team Sonic Racing

8$39.99 save 38%$24.95 at Amazon### Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 (2019)

Released just before the scheduled Tokyo Olympics (which were postponed to 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic), Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 reignites the friendly rivalry between Mario, Sonic, and their companions with new events like surfing, skateboarding, karate, and sport climbing. The game features a story mode that transports Mario and Sonic back to the 1964 Tokyo Olympics in their 2D forms, blending nostalgia with contemporary gameplay and offering historical insights into the Tokyo Olympics.

### Mario & Sonic at The Olympic Games Tokyo 2020

18See it at Amazon### Sonic Colors: Ultimate (2021)

Sonic Colors: Ultimate, a remastered version celebrating Sonic's 30th anniversary, enhances the original Sonic Colors with brighter graphics, a new Jade Ghost Wisp for phasing through walls and ceilings, and mini races against Metal Sonic. It replaces traditional lives with Tails' rescues and allows for customization of Sonic's shoes and gloves using Park Tokens.

### Sonic Colors Ultimate

4https://zdcs.link/q718w$39.99 save 27%$29.00 at Amazon### Sonic Origins (2022)

Sonic Origins brings together the first four classic Sonic games, remastered for modern consoles and appealing to both veteran and new fans. Players can choose between Classic Mode, with the original 4:3 aspect ratio, or Anniversary Mode, which introduces coins instead of lives and the Drop Dash from Sonic Mania. The compilation features new animated cutscenes by Tyson Heese, weaving the games into a single narrative when played in their original order.

### Sonic Origins Plus

2$39.99 save 25%$29.99 at Amazon### Sonic Frontiers (2022)

Sonic Frontiers marks the franchise's venture into open-world gaming, inspired by titles like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Sonic navigates the expansive Starfall Islands, battling cybernetic foes, solving puzzles, and racing through Cyber Space levels reminiscent of past Sonic games to rescue his friends. The game appeals to both long-time fans and newcomers with its mysterious setting and a soundtrack balancing serenity and chaos.

### Open-World Sonic Frontiers

4$59.99 save 33%$39.99 at Amazon### Sonic Superstars (2023)

Sonic Superstars blends classic gameplay with 3D graphics, a surprise unveiled at the 2023 Summer Game Fest. Sonic and friends explore 11 revamped levels across the Northstar Islands, with new music and level designs. The game supports up to four-player local co-op and grants new abilities with each collected Chaos Emerald.

Sonic X Shadow Generations (2024)

Sonic X Shadow Generations reimagines the 2011 Sonic Generations with enhanced graphics and quality-of-life improvements, plus a new campaign featuring reimagined Shadow stages. With over 150 stages across both campaigns, the game offers 15-20 hours of content, earning praise for surpassing previous enhanced versions in the Sonic series.

Most Recent Release### Sonic x Shadow Generations

10See it at AmazonMore Sonic Games Available with Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack

Subscribers to Nintendo Switch Online can access additional classic Sonic titles under the SEGA catalog, including:

• Sonic the Hedgehog 2
• Sonic Spinball

Upcoming Sonic Games on the Switch

A Nintendo Direct scheduled for April 2 will shed light on the Switch 2's release date and launch titles. We also have numerous predictions about future games for the Switch 2.

Beyond gaming, Paramount has confirmed the development of Sonic the Hedgehog 4, with a planned release in Spring 2027.

For more Sonic content, explore these guides:

• Best Sonic Toys for Kids
• Best Sonic Games of All Time