The Legend of Zelda franchise, a cornerstone of gaming history, has seen a remarkable resurgence on the Nintendo Switch. Since its 1986 NES debut, the series, chronicling the battles of Link and Zelda against Ganon, has captivated audiences. The Switch, however, has propelled Zelda to unprecedented heights, thanks to the phenomenal success of Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom.
With the recent release of Echoes of Wisdom, it's an opportune moment to revisit the complete collection of Zelda titles available on the Nintendo Switch. While future Zelda releases remain unconfirmed, the announcement of the Switch 2 strongly suggests more Hyrule adventures are on the horizon.
Eight Zelda Games Grace the Nintendo Switch:
A total of eight Zelda games—mainline entries and spin-offs—have been released for the Nintendo Switch between 2017 and 2024. This list excludes titles accessible via Nintendo Switch Online.
Zelda Switch Games by Release Date:
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - 2017
A revolutionary open-world experience, Breath of the Wild redefined Zelda gameplay. Link awakens after a century-long slumber to confront Calamity Ganon and rescue Princess Zelda.
[Read our Breath of the Wild review.]
Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition - 2018
This action-packed hack-and-slash title features characters from across the Zelda universe. The Definitive Edition, enhanced for the Switch, includes all content from the original Wii U release plus Breath of the Wild-inspired costumes.
[Read our Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition review.]
Cadence of Hyrule - 2019
A unique collaboration, Cadence of Hyrule blends the rhythm-based gameplay of Crypt of the NecroDancer with the Zelda universe. Its pixel art style and soundtrack are highlights.
[Read our Cadence of Hyrule review.]
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening - 2019
A charming remake of the 1993 Game Boy classic, Link's Awakening casts Link adrift on Koholint Island, where he must awaken the Wind Fish.
[Read our Link's Awakening review.]
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity - 2020
A prequel to Breath of the Wild, Age of Calamity depicts the events leading up to the Great Calamity. Playable characters include Link, Zelda, and the Champions.
[Read our Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity review.]
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD - 2021
A remastered version of the Wii classic, Skyward Sword HD offers both motion controls and a button-only control scheme.
[Read our Skyward Sword HD review.]
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - 2023
A direct sequel to Breath of the Wild, Tears of the Kingdom expands the gameplay into the skies and depths of Hyrule.
[Read our Tears of the Kingdom review.]
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom - 2024
Princess Zelda takes center stage in this latest installment, featuring a unique 2D art style.
[Read our Echoes of Wisdom review.]
Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack:
The Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack service provides access to a variety of classic Zelda titles.
Future Zelda on Switch:
Echoes of Wisdom is likely the final Zelda title before the Switch 2 launch. While backward compatibility is expected, the future holds exciting possibilities. A live-action Zelda movie is also in the works.
