I've spent over 1,000 hours gaming on my Nintendo Switch — these are the 15 games and accessories I think every Switch owner should buy

A super bundle! This one gets you a Nintendo Switch 2 console, and copies of both Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2. They both feature some of the finest 3D platforming the Mario series has to offer. And at $499, you're saving around $20 compared to buying the items separately.

In my opinion, adding a screen protector to your Switch 2 is a must. Especially if you plan to play in portable mode regularly. I hate installing screen protectors, but this one comes with an installation tray to make the process much easier. Plus, you get two screen protectors in the pack, so if your first attempt isn't successful, you can have a second try.

The GameSir Super Nova has taken over as the main controller I use whenever I'm not playing my Nintendo Switch 2 in handheld mode. It's comfortable to hold and has super-powerful rumble that makes gameplay feel more immersive. It also includes Hall Effect triggers and thumbsticks, which means it's less likely to develop the dreaded stick drift that plagues Nintendo Joy-Con controllers.

An essential Nintendo Switch 2 accessory, this microSD Express Card gets you more storage for digital games! The Samsung P9 microSD Express Card offers 256GB of space with up to 800 MB/s transfer speeds, and it's built for Nintendo Switch 2. You won't sacrifice performance to get more space, and this deal makes it a much more comfortable price.

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless is an impressive evolution of the company’s signature gaming headset. The DAC is robust, the sound quality is a cut above the rest and it’s compatible with consoles and PCs — even if you can only pair it with two of them at a time.

Dinkum is a life simulation game with an Aussie flair. You can build, decorate, farm and customize the land to your heart's content. Just watch out, as some of the wildlife in the outback isn’t so friendly.

Sonic X Shadow Generations combines a remaster of 2011's Sonic Generations, a love letter to the Blue Blur that remains a fan-favorite to this day, with a new Shadow-focused campaign. It's a strong package overall and even better on sale for a discount.

Persona 5 Royal is part turn-based RPG and part high-school simulator. You play as a new student who has recently moved to Tokyo. Soon you discover the ability to transverse a strange alternate reality and form The Phantom Thieves in an effort to fix the corrupt society around you. Just be warned, Persona 5 Royal will consume all your free time once it gets its hooks in.

Forty tracks spanning current hits to classics, up to 6-player local multiplayer, and a new Party mode for unpredictable dance showdowns. Just Dance 2026 is perfect for gatherings where you need everyone entertained.

The ultimate island gaming experience on Nintendo Switch... other than Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Featuring Hello Kitty and friends, this super cute cozy game is full of quests to complete, decorating and customization.

Rune Factory Guardians of Azuma packs a lot in. In this RPG you'll need to fight enemies, tend to your farm, craft and more. And for the first time in the Rune Factory series, you can also manage your town by constructing buildings to entice more townsfolk to move in!

Join Mario and friends for their biggest party yet in Super Mario Party Jamboree. With 110 mini-games and seven boards, this party game is packed with content and is an excellent way to gather friends and family for a fast-paced, competitive multiplayer experience.

A JRPG of epic proportions has made a comeback on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Dragon Quest VII features an extremely memorable quest over dozens of hours of gameplay — it's definitely one you'll want to tackle on the hybrid Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch 2.

The latest game in the WWE 2K series is on sale for the first time. Okay, you probably don't need this one if you've played WWE 2K25, but there's a new high-risk Stamina system to make fights more intense. Plus, with the Nintendo Switch 2 version, you can take the action with you on the go.

Cyberpunk 2077 on Switch 2 is the definitive way to enjoy CDPR's critically acclaimed first-person open-world RPG on the go. You play a mercenary named V, completing missions in the dark city of the future, Night City, though your main aim is surviving the chaos that surrounds you. This Ultimate Edition also includes the essential Phantom Liberty DLC expansion, which opens up a new area of the map, the ruthless Dogtown.