Every Sonic Game on the Nintendo Switch in 2025

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 release of Sonic x Shadow Generations, perfectly timed with the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie. With the Switch 2's official announcement and confirmed backward compatibility, the future looks bright for Sonic on Nintendo platforms.

This article details all current and anticipated Sonic games available on the Switch and Switch 2.

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Sonic Games 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. (Nintendo Switch Online titles excluded).

Sonic Game Releases (Switch):

• Sonic Mania (2017): A nostalgic tribute to classic Sonic games, featuring remixed and new levels. Highly praised for its graphics and challenging gameplay.
• Sonic Forces (2017): Features Classic and Modern Sonic gameplay styles, alongside a customizable avatar character.
• Team Sonic Racing (2019): A cooperative racing game emphasizing teamwork and power-up sharing.
• Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 (2019): A crossover title featuring both Mario and Sonic characters competing in various Olympic events.
• 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 first open-world Sonic game, featuring expansive exploration and Cyber Space levels.
• 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.

Nintendo Switch Online Games: Additional classic Sonic titles are available via Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack.

Upcoming Sonic Games (Switch 2):

• Sonic Racing: Cross Worlds: Announced at the 2024 Game Awards, this racing game is slated for release on the Switch 2 (and other platforms) later this year.

Further details on Switch 2 launch titles and release dates are expected in an April 2025 Nintendo Direct. A fourth Sonic the Hedgehog movie is also in the works, targeting a Spring 2027 release.