The best-selling Nintendo Switch games right now

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The Nintendo Switch is the best-selling console in the United States, and it has been for the last few years. While many gamers swear by the superior 4K graphics of the PlayStation 5 or the Xbox Series X, there’s no question that plenty of people love the more family-friendly style of the Nintendo Switch console — and the portability it offers.

If you’re looking for games for your new Switch, or just want to find something new to play, there’s no shortage of great titles out there. A great place to start is Amazon’s best-seller list, the most popular Nintendo Switch games, in terms of sales, that are out right now. There are plenty of classics on the list, such as the fun (and occasionally frustrating) Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and plenty of new titles too. We’ve added in a selection of indie Switch titles popular on the Nintendo eShop right now, as well.

Here are the top Nintendo Switch games right now.

The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD

A remaster, not a remake, The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD is a graphically improved version of the 2011 Nintendo Wii title. Some reviewers have panned the game’s obsession with motion controls, but even still, the game is a must-play for any The Legend of Zelda fan.

Super Mario Odyssey

This near-perfect 3D Mario platformer, rated 4.9 stars on Amazon, has Mario traversing a number of incredible detailed worlds collecting stars, hidden coins and (of course) rescuing Princess Peach from Bowser.

Amazon reviewer Christopher Boyer says that “while the game is designed to appeal to everyone, Nintendo took the time to add some extra nods to long-time fans, not only in the worlds and the critters/characters you happen across, but through set pieces and a spectacular mid-game musical number that old-timers like me have to appreciate.”

The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles

We have just one thing to say to those who haven’t played a game from the Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney series: Objection! This two-game collection, set in late 19th century Japan, features 10 cases that require you to search for evidence, think logically and call witnesses out on their lies in the moment.

Mario Golf Super Rush

Mario Golf Super Rush mixes a traditional golfing game, played across a series of Mario-inspired courses, with the kind of chaos you might expect out of a game of Mario Kart. Sure, you can get your ball onto the green — but that putt might not be so easy if a Bob-omb goes off first.

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

An updated HD version of the 2014 Wii U title, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the signature racing experience for the Switch. Race your favorite Nintendo characters across a series of Mario-inspired tracks, including several iterations of the dreaded Rainbow Road track. Just be careful when using the blue shell that targets the first-place racer: It’s been known to end friendships.

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020

A fun, family-oriented companion to the 2021 Olympic Games in Tokyo, Japan, this game lets players control their favorite Super Mario Bros. and Sonic the Hedgehog characters in a series of Olympic events that include surfing, skateboarding, karate, sport climbing and more. Up to four people can play locally, or up to eight when playing online.

Super Mario Party

Nintendo’s party game series, Mario Party, launched on the Switch back in 2018 and has been a best-seller since. The title features new game boards, 80 new mini-games and new mechanics such as character-specific dice blocks to enjoy with friends and family locally or online. Reach for those stars!

NEO: The World Ends with You

Set in Tokyo, this new anime-styled, action-RPG game with a funky soundtrack follows a group of stylish Japanese teens forced to participate in the Reaper’s Game, a competition between the dead for a second chance at life. Instead of powering up by acquiring swords and shields, you instead power-up by buying and wearing fashionable outfits, eating food and wearing pins — decorative items that have special powers.

Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin

This newly released RPG in the famed Monster Hunter series has a lot in common with Pokemon — players are tasked with collecting and raising monsters to fight in turn-based combat. Fans can expect to spend hundreds of hours raiding monster dens, swapping monster genes and putting together the perfect team.

Want even more great titles for your Nintendo Switch? Check out these most popular Switch games of 2021 on the Nintendo eShop digital store.

Among Us

A surprise indie hit of the pandemic, Among Us is a social game in the same vein as Mafia and Werewolf. Each game is played online, with a number players labeled as “imposters.” Most players attempt to complete a series of simple tasks while the few imposters sneak around trying to kill them and evade detection as the secret bad guys.

NBA 2K21

The release of NBA 2K22 is just around the corner, which means you can score a really great deal right now on the 2K21 iteration of 2K Games’ popular basketball simulation. The game features a story mode that takes players from high school basketball through college and up to the NBA.

Minecraft

If you have kids, chances are you’re already familiar with this popular sandbox game. Something akin to digital Lego, Minecraft is a world with nearly infinite terrain that can be mined and foraged. Players explore, fend off baddies, craft buildings and other structures and more, alone or with friends online — even those playing non-Switch versions of the game.

Celeste

This charming (and quite tough) indie platformer about a young girl climbing a mountain has a simple, pixelated style, but don’t be misled. Aside from offering plenty of serious gaming challenges and a beautiful score, Celeste offers a deep, touching story that deals with serious mental health issues.

Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n’ Fun!

This sickeningly cute rhythm-based drumming game features a number of J-pop-styled songs to master; more are available as DLC. Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n’ Fun be played with standard Joy-Cons, but for the most arcade-like experience, you’ll want to upgrade to the (admittedly pricey) collector’s bundle.

Digital download only

Collector’s bundle with Taiko drum and sticks

Stardew Valley

Something like a cross between Animal Crossing and Farmville, Stardew Valley is a relaxing low-res farming simulator. In it, players grow crops and raise livestock, craft and sell goods, and even raise a family.

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

The base version of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Nintendo’s iconic fighting franchise, features 74 unique characters, with even more available through DLC. There’s a story mode, of course, but the real fun comes in beating up on friends and family, both locally and online, across a series of familiar Nintendo worlds.