Nintendo Life has compiled a list of 11 new games set to launch on Switch 1 and Switch 2 in November 2026. The standout titles include The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Stellar Blade.
This roundup, published in late October, puts a spotlight on Ocarina of Time. Nintendo Life’s database features the classic under Switch 2. Stellar Blade shares the spotlight, while the remaining nine titles round out the video.
The roundup highlights both Nintendo consoles. This is important for those who haven’t upgraded yet, since the list isn’t limited to Switch 2 exclusives. The source material doesn’t specify which games are available on which system, so be sure to check each listing before purchasing.
Xbox players are in for a busier first week. Xbox Wire’s weekly preview, Next Week on Xbox, details new games releasing from November 2 to 6. Game News Plus reports 32 titles are scheduled for that timeframe. That’s almost three times the number of games on Nintendo’s entire monthly list.
However, this comparison has its limitations. Xbox’s figure covers just one week and likely includes many smaller releases. In contrast, Nintendo Life’s 11 titles are a curated selection of significant games for the entire month. So, these counts measure different things and shouldn’t be seen as a direct competition.
| New Switch 1 & 2 games in Nintendo Life’s November 2026 roundup | 11 |
| Games on Xbox’s Nov 2-6 schedule | 32 |
| Headline Switch titles | Ocarina of Time, Stellar Blade |
| Platforms covered by Nintendo Life’s list | Switch 1 and Switch 2 |
Community Pulse: Currently, there are no player reviews, forum discussions, or social media reactions to this release schedule. We’ll update this section once feedback from Steam, Reddit, and the Nintendo community starts coming in.
What To Watch
- Platform breakdowns for each of the 11 Nintendo titles, including which games run on Switch 1 and which require Switch 2.
- Launch-day performance and player reception for Ocarina of Time on Switch 2.
- A thorough overview of Xbox’s 32-game week, to identify how many are major releases versus smaller indie titles.
Marcus Webb
Marcus Webb covers esports, competitive gaming, and community stories for Explosion.com. A former semi-professional Counter-Strike player, Marcus transitioned to journalism 5 years ago and has since covered major tournaments including The International, League of Legends Worlds, and the Valorant Champions Tour. He brings a player's perspective to competitive gaming coverage and is known for his data-driven analysis of player performance and meta shifts.
