It’s hard to believe 2021 is already coming to a close, but the year brought Nintendo Switch players a number of video games they won’t soon forget. Many were recognized with nominations and wins at this year’s Game Awards. But what are some of the best Nintendo Switch games to come out in 2021?
‘Metroid Dread’
Metroid Dread took home the honor for Best Action/Adventure Game at the 2021 Game Awards, and there’s a good reason for that. The newest addition to the Metroid series, this release was greeted with praise from longtime fans of the franchise and newcomers alike. It even received a Metascore of 88 on Metacritic.
Players waited a long time for this addition to the Metroid franchise, and it didn’t disappoint. It takes Samus Aran — and players — on an engaging and action-packed journey, and it does so in 2D. It’s repeatedly been listed among the best releases of the year. Needless to say, it’s worth picking up if you haven’t already.
‘Mario Party Superstars’
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Of course, the best Nintendo Switch games of 2021 can hardly be summarized in a five-item list. There are plenty of noteworthy releases from the past year, and all of them deserve a round of applause heading into 2022. One of the best-reviewed releases of the year was The House in Fata Morgana, which landed a nearly perfect Metascore thanks to its top-notch storytelling and design. Meanwhile, Death’s Door also found itself on many round-ups for 2021. Animal Crossing: New Horizons continued to dominate the Switch scene with its Happy Home Paradise DLC. The game was a massive hit in 2020, and it seems players were still eager to dive into new content in 2021. For a more in-depth list of 2021 games that received impressive reviews, check out Metacritic. The site’s round-up will keep players occupied well into 2022. RELATED: 8 Cozy Nintendo Switch Games to Curl Up With This Winter
‘Monster Hunter Rise’
‘New Pokémon Snap’
‘Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury’
More noteworthy Nintendo Switch games from 2021