Best Nintendo Switch Games for Kids

Last updated: December 10, 2024

The Nintendo Switch has been wowing gamers since its release, with its hybrid game console that goes from a hand-held device to a stationary system with incredible graphics and motion-sensor controllers. But are the games any good, and are they OK for kids? Luckily, this family-friendly console has loads of excellent games, including top-rated titles from popular Nintendo franchises like The Legend of Zelda and Super Mario. So whether you're playing by yourself or as a family, you'll want to check out this list of the best Switch games for all ages. And for more game ideas for the whole family, try our list of Wii Games Families Love to Play Together.

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Gigantosaurus Poster Image

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Gigantosaurus

age 5+

Charming, smile-worthy adventure for young players.

Nintendo Switch , PlayStation 4 , Windows , Xbox One (2020)

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BoxBoy! + BoxGirl!

age 6+

Think outside the box with this charming, fun puzzler.

Nintendo Switch (2019)

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Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker

age 6+

Cute puzzle-filled adventure for kids and kids at heart.

Nintendo Switch , Nintendo Wii U (2018)

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Danger Mouse: The Danger Games

age 6+

Simple, fun endless runner has console/mobile competition.

Nintendo Switch (2018)

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Princess Peach Showtime! box art: Peach appears in various outfits, including her gown, a frock coat, and a baking apron.

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Princess Peach Showtime!

age 6+

Peach proves there's more to her than gowns and crowns.

Nintendo Switch (2024)

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Super Mario Maker 2

age 6+

Fun, accessible editing tools expose kids to game design.

Nintendo Switch (2019)

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Super Mario Party Jamboree box shot: Mario, Peach, Bowser, Luigi, and others fly through the air, smiling

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Super Mario Party Jamboree

age 6+

Fun party game encourages friendly social play.

Nintendo Switch (2024)

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Animal Crossing: New Horizons

age 7+

The island life is idyllic in this latest adventure sim.

Nintendo Switch (2020)

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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

age 7+

Family-friendly racer gets large update with bonus content.

Nintendo Switch (2017)

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Mini Metro

age 7+

Mass transit simulator is simple, marvelous, hard to master.

Mac , Nintendo Switch , Windows (2018)

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Super Mario Bros. Wonder boxshot, featuring elephant Mario emerging from a pipe.

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Super Mario Bros. Wonder

age 7+

Nostalgic game encourages teamwork and sharing.

Nintendo Switch (2023)

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BAFL - Brakes Are for Losers

age 8+

Simple arcade racer with cartoony crashes fun for all ages.

Nintendo Switch , Windows (2018)

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BurgerTime Party!

age 8+

Updated arcade classic is a well-done recipe for fun.

Nintendo Switch (2019)

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Cave Story+

age 8+

Remade indie adventure focuses on desolation, exploration.

Nintendo 3DS , Nintendo Switch , Nintendo Wii , Windows (2017)

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Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics

age 8+

Collection of classics promotes friendly social experiences.

Nintendo Switch (2020)

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Dragon Quest Builders 2

age 8+

Terrific building game with positive messages and teamwork.

Nintendo Switch , PlayStation 4 , Windows , Xbox One , Xbox Series X/S (2021)

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Fishing Star World Tour

age 8+

Casual fishing catches players hook, line, and sinker.

Nintendo Switch (2019)

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Forager

age 8+

Repetitive resource gathering that's hard to put down.

Linux , Nintendo Switch , PlayStation 4 , Windows (2019)

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Golf Story

age 8+

Fun RPG experience with lots of drive ... and putts.

Nintendo Switch (2017)

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Good Job!

age 8+

Office-themed puzzler rewards creative and logical thinking.

Nintendo Switch (2020)

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