The 200 / Best Indie Games of the Year on Nintendo Switch [2024 Edition]

Showing 101 to 150 of 200 total entries

Tenderfoot Tactics

Provides a very different and interesting take on tactical strategy by putting it in more of an open-world setting

Golfinite

A throwback to the likes of Mario Golf and its ilk that knows what it wants to be and thoroughly delivers

Snowman Story

A charming and timely seasonal tale with some puzzle-solving to help add value

Europa

A gorgeous and extremely approachable platforming adventure that’s delightful if you don’t mind its simplicity

Bloodless

An unusual adventure that has plenty of combat where you’ll need to win through careful defense

Aura of Worlds

While it can feel a bit unpolished at times, this action-oriented roguelike will keep you challenged with traps and other perils

Wild Bastards

Get ready for some varied first-person action to enjoy in bursts with roguelike flair and a bit of strategy

Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn

A good time of an throwback arcade-like experience, elevating above its NES roots into something more

Hidden Through Time 2: Discovery

A nice variation on hidden picture puzzles with its own flair

Landnama

A pretty simple but challenging small-scale civilization builder steeped with some roguelike concepts

Werewolf: The Apocalypse - Purgatory

Solid storytelling with enough choices that it help you feel more engaged, but some “political” elements that may be a turn off

Sunlight Scream

A visual novel sort of experience that at least throws in a little more flavor with both some romance and horror

Capes

If you’re into tactical strategy and super heroes, this may be a great match for you

Duck Detective - The Secret Salami

A well-constructed, if all-too-brief, take on the classic adventure game

Lorelei and the Laser Eyes

An absolutely unique experience, featuring a distinctive visual style and layers upon layers of puzzles

Hand in Hand

A satisfying mix of puzzles and not-too-taxing platforming to enjoy co-op or solo in a pinch

Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- Sweep the Board!

If you like the format of the Mario Party formula, but would like a more stylish and bizarre experience, this delivers

Stunt Paradise

While its gameplay may be relatively basic, this budget title can be a roller coaster ride at times and plays well

Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story

Put together with great care and thoroughness, if you love the games of Jeff Minter this is a treat

Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley

A thoroughly pleasant and approachable musical puzzling adventure while it lasts

Inkulinati

A generally clever design, sense of humor, and inspired strategic play help Inkulinati stand out in the space

Westild's Law

An old-school rootin’ tootin’ arcade shooter with some progression and mission variety to keep things from getting stale

Keeper's Toll

While not as polished or engaging as Vampire Survivors, it does manage to feel distinct and notable

Pearls of Atlantis: The Cove

An action puzzler that uses gravity to help it feel a bit different than its cousins in the Bust-A-Move franchise

Astrea: Six-Sided Oracles

A dice-based strategy title with some challenges, but lacking in the depth and refinement of some of its peers

The Karate Kid: Street Rumble

A solid beat-em-up take on the classic movie with nice character variety and enjoyable gameplay while it lasts

Farewell North

A great concept and experience with a cool overall aesthetic, but the execution overall isn’t always so hot

Murder Is Game Over: Streaming Death

Not terribly elaborate, or long, but for a budget price it’s accessible, engaging, and a good time

Billy Bumbum: A Cheeky Puzzler

An odd puzzler with a “cheeky” sense of humor to go with a decent challenge

CONSCRIPT

While not the type of horror you’d normally think of in spooky season, surviving the war is its own bit of terror

Over Horizon X Steel Empire

A handful of takes on some classic shmups have varying results

Bo: Path of the Teal Lotus

Sporting gorgeous visuals, and loads of style, but it can be quite demanding

Rusted Moss

Simply a different twin-stick take on Metroidvanias, sporting a challenging grapple mechanic

Tavern Talk

Full of quirky charm and gentle humor, just be prepared for much more passively reading than interacting

Goliath Depot

A retro arcade experience that is less clearly inspired by specific games, but manages to be interesting

Pine Hearts

A pretty cozy mix of exploration and puzzle solving that comes together quite nicely

ATHENIAN RHAPSODY

Take a pinch of oddball Earthbound vibes, add a tablespoon of Undertale quirks, mix with weirdness, and enjoy?

1000xRESIST

If it’s a story with something to say you’re looking for, this delivers. Just be sure that’s what you’re seeking

Imagine Earth

A reasonably-good world-building sim set in space, which is appreciated in an under-represented subgenre

El Shaddai ASCENSION OF THE METATRON HD Remaster

Absolutely a visual feast, and when the action kicks in it can be fun, but it can also drag in places filling for time

Hero's Hour

Interesting real-time battles and strategy elements feel novel, but this isn’t a guaranteed home run

Empires Shall Fall

While it lacks the polish of Advance Wars, or the personality of Wargroove, it’s another reasonable alternative

Girl Genius: Adventures In Castle Heterodyne

Absolutely delivering some classic 3D adventure beats, Girl Genius is worth a look

Touch Detective 3 + The Complete Case Files

This collection of 3 handheld titles, including one never released in the US, can be fun, even if a bit redundant

Terra Memoria

While perhaps its best quality is its charm, there’s just something special about the vibe of Terra Memoria

Metal Mind

A twin-stick roguelike that boasts interchangeable robots parts and a generally tough challenge

Dog Man: Mission Impawsible

Consistent with the kid-oriented license, this is a pretty care-free platformer with a little strategy and plenty of silly charm

Rage of the Dragons NEO

A fighter with some great character designs and amazing combos, but you’ll need to invest some time to get to that level

Totally Spies! - Cyber Mission

It’s more family-friendly vibe may turn some people away, but it has a pretty solid mix of action, stealth, and strategy

Eternights

A very weird mish-mash of intense fighting action, RPG elements, and dating sim vibes that makes for an unexpected ride

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