With the Nintendo Switch 2 on the horizon, speculation abounds regarding its launch titles. While an official lineup remains absent, we can confidently predict some likely candidates, drawing from Nintendo's established franchises and promising indie projects.

Potential Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Titles

While a day-one release of all these titles is optimistic, even a partial inclusion promises a strong launch lineup. Here's our hopeful prediction:

1. Mario Kart 9

Following the decade-long success of Mario Kart 8, a new installment is highly anticipated. Rumors of development, hinting at innovative features, fuel expectations for a Switch 2 launch title. Its system-selling potential is undeniable.

2. New 3D Super Mario Title

The Switch's relative lack of 3D Mario titles since Super Mario Odyssey (2017) necessitates a new entry. A launch title would be a significant statement, showcasing the console's capabilities with innovative gameplay and level design.

3. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond

After years of anticipation and a developer change, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is poised for release. Its smooth gameplay showcased in recent trailers suggests a potential Switch 2 launch.

4. Enhanced Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom

Backward compatibility is expected, but enhanced versions leveraging the Switch 2's power (e.g., 4K resolution, improved framerate) would be a welcome addition.

5. Ring Fit Adventure 2

A sequel to the surprisingly successful Ring Fit Adventure could showcase the Switch 2's motion controls and offer a unique launch title.

6. Resident Evil 4 Remake

The Switch's limitations prevented the original release of the Resident Evil 4 Remake. The Switch 2's enhanced capabilities could make it a strong launch contender.

7. Doom: The Dark Ages

Given the success of previous Doom titles on Switch and Microsoft's cross-platform strategy, a Switch 2 release is plausible.

8. The Haunted Chocolatier

Following the success of Stardew Valley, ConcernedApe's The Haunted Chocolatier is a strong candidate, though a launch-year release might be more realistic.

9. Earthblade

A sequel to the acclaimed Celeste, Earthblade could be a launch title, given its anticipated 2025 release window.

This diverse range of titles, encompassing established franchises and promising indie games, suggests a compelling launch lineup for the Nintendo Switch 2.