Every Legend of Zelda Game Available on Nintendo Switch in 2025

The Legend of Zelda stands as one of gaming’s most legendary franchises. Since its debut on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1986, the series has followed Link and Princess Zelda across countless quests to protect Hyrule from the malevolent Ganon. The Nintendo Switch has elevated the series to new heights, with blockbuster titles like Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom cementing its status as a cornerstone of Nintendo’s lineup.

With Echoes of Wisdom arriving near the end of the original Nintendo Switch’s lifespan, now is the perfect moment to revisit every Zelda title on the platform. While no new Zelda games are confirmed in development, Nintendo’s official reveal of the Switch 2 hints at future Hyrule adventures. Here’s a complete rundown of every Legend of Zelda game released on the Nintendo Switch.

How Many Zelda Games Are Available on Nintendo Switch?

In total, eight Zelda games have been released exclusively for the Nintendo Switch, spanning mainline entries and spinoffs from 2017 to 2024. Below, we’ve listed every new Zelda title playable on the Switch, excluding those available via a Nintendo Switch Online subscription.

All Zelda Switch Games by Release Date

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - 2017

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, the first Zelda title for the Nintendo Switch, launched alongside the console. This groundbreaking game redefined the series with its open-world design, allowing players to explore anywhere visible in Hyrule. Link awakens after a century-long slumber, guided by Hyrule’s former king to rescue Princess Zelda from Calamity Ganon, a malevolent force sealed within Hyrule Castle.

Read our review of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.

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Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition - 2018

Hyrule Warriors, a dynamic hack-and-slash game from Omega Force, originally debuted on the Wii U. The 2018 Nintendo Switch release, Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition, brings together all characters, stages, and modes from the original, plus Breath of the Wild-inspired costumes for Link and Zelda, featuring a roster of iconic characters from across the Zelda universe.

Read our review of Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition.

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Cadence of Hyrule - 2019

Cadence of Hyrule is a distinctive collaboration between Brace Yourself Games and Nintendo, blending the rhythm-based roguelike mechanics of Crypt of the NecroDancer with the Zelda universe. Featuring a vibrant soundtrack and pixel-art visuals, Link and Zelda join forces with Cadence to defeat Octavo, a musical antagonist threatening Hyrule.

Read our review of Cadence of Hyrule.

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The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening - 2019

The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening is a beautifully reimagined version of the 1993 Game Boy classic, developed by Grezzo. Stranded on Koholint Island, Link embarks on a quest to unravel the mystery of the Wind Fish. This charming remake features dungeons and areas where players collect the Instruments of the Sirens, offering a definitive way to experience one of Zelda’s most unique adventures.

Read our review of The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening.

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity - 2020

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, set a century before Breath of the Wild, immerses players in the battle against Calamity Ganon. Developed by Omega Force, this action-packed title features playable characters like Link, Zelda, and the Champions, with two DLC waves expanding the story beyond the main campaign.

Read our review of Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity.

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The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD - 2021

The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD remasters the classic Wii title, set at the dawn of the Zelda timeline. Link soars through the skies to rescue his childhood friend Zelda, uncovering the origins of the Master Sword. The remaster offers both Joy-Con motion controls and a new button-only option for players preferring a traditional control scheme.

Read our review of The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD.

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The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - 2023

Released in 2023, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom sold over 10 million copies in just three days. Set years after Breath of the Wild, Link searches for Princess Zelda following Ganondorf’s resurrection. With expansive maps spanning Hyrule’s skies and depths, this critically acclaimed title offers hundreds of hours of exploration, making it one of the greatest Zelda games ever.

Read our review of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

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The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom - 2024

Announced during June’s Nintendo Direct, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom launched in 2024, placing Princess Zelda in the starring role. With a 2D art style reminiscent of Link’s Awakening, this full-fledged Zelda adventure introduces creative gameplay mechanics to save Link and Hyrule, proving it’s far more than a spinoff.

Read our review of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom.

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Available Zelda Games With Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack

For fans of classic Zelda titles, the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack offers a rich selection from Nintendo’s older consoles. Available games include:

The Legend of ZeldaZelda II: The Adventure of LinkThe Legend of Zelda: A Link to the PastThe Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past - Four SwordsThe Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of TimeThe Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening DXThe Legend of Zelda: Majora’s MaskThe Legend of Zelda: The Minish CapThe Legend of Zelda: Oracle of AgesThe Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons

Upcoming Zelda Games on Nintendo Switch

Echoes of Wisdom is likely the final Zelda title for the original Nintendo Switch, with the Switch 2 set to be detailed at a Nintendo Direct in early April. The new console will offer “mostly” backward compatibility, ensuring access to the stellar Zelda lineup from the current generation.

Nintendo is also bringing Hyrule to theaters with a live-action Legend of Zelda film. Directed by Wes Ball (Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes), the movie aims for a grounded adaptation inspired by the works of Miyazaki.

See the full list of upcoming Switch games for everything arriving in 2025, plus our predictions for the Switch 2 launch games.