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Best RPG games on Nintendo Switch 2
The 41 best RPG games on Nintendo Switch 2, ranked from 17,497 critic and player ratings.
The best RPG game on Nintendo Switch 2 right now is Elden Ring, with a critic score of 97/100 — updated September 2026.
How this ranking is built
- Games are ranked on the aggregated critic score out of 100 imported from IGDB and Metacritic, never on Tier's own grades.
- A game only enters the ranking with at least 80 external ratings, so a single enthusiastic review never outranks a proven classic.
- Each game is ranked in one genre only, the one that defines it best, so the same title never tops two different genre charts.
- Community grades from F to S are shown next to every game, and only stated as a fact above 5 Tier ratings.
- Release window covered: 1970 to 2026.
- 41 games are listed on this page, carrying 17,497 ratings between them.
- Rankings are recomputed hourly; this one was last rebuilt on 29 September 2026.
Top 41
01
S
Elden Ring
Elden Ring is an action RPG developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, released in February 2022. Directed by Hidetaka Miyazaki, with world-building contributions from novelist George R. R. Martin, the game features an expansive open world called the Lands Between. Players assume the role of a customisable character known as the Tarnished, who must explore this world, battle formidable enemies, and seek to restore the Elden Ring to become the Elden Lord. The game builds on the challenging gameplay mechanics familiar from the Dark Souls series but introduces a more open-ended structure with vast exploration, dynamic weather, and a day-night cycle. It offers deep lore, complex characters, and an interconnected world filled with secrets, dungeons, and powerful bosses.
97
/100
02
S
Metaphor: ReFantazio
From the creative minds of the Persona series – Metaphor: ReFantazio marks ATLUS’ first ever, full-scale fantasy RPG, brought to you by director Katsura Hashino, character designer Shigenori Soejima, and composer Shoji Meguro. Write your destiny and rise above fear as you step into a fantasy world unlike anything you’ve seen before. Fraught with unsettling mystery, the kingdom stands on a precipice. Now, you must embark on a journey, overcoming obstacles and forging bonds with friends.
94
/100
03
Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition
There can only be one God. The Divine is dead. The Void approaches. And the powers lying dormant within you are soon to awaken. The battle for Divinity has begun. Choose wisely and trust sparingly; darkness lurks within every heart. Master deep, tactical combat. Join up to 3 other players - but know that only one of you will have the chance to become a God, in multi-award winning RPG Divinity: Original Sin 2.
94
/100
S
Elden Ring
Elden Ring is an action RPG developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, released in February 2022. Directed by Hidetaka Miyazaki, with world-building contributions from novelist George R. R. Martin, the game features an expansive open world called the Lands Between. Players assume the role of a customisable character known as the Tarnished, who must explore this world, battle formidable enemies, and seek to restore the Elden Ring to become the Elden Lord. The game builds on the challenging gameplay mechanics familiar from the Dark Souls series but introduces a more open-ended structure with vast exploration, dynamic weather, and a day-night cycle. It offers deep lore, complex characters, and an interconnected world filled with secrets, dungeons, and powerful bosses.
97
/100
02
S
Metaphor: ReFantazio
From the creative minds of the Persona series – Metaphor: ReFantazio marks ATLUS’ first ever, full-scale fantasy RPG, brought to you by director Katsura Hashino, character designer Shigenori Soejima, and composer Shoji Meguro. Write your destiny and rise above fear as you step into a fantasy world unlike anything you’ve seen before. Fraught with unsettling mystery, the kingdom stands on a precipice. Now, you must embark on a journey, overcoming obstacles and forging bonds with friends.
94
/100
03
Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition
There can only be one God. The Divine is dead. The Void approaches. And the powers lying dormant within you are soon to awaken. The battle for Divinity has begun. Choose wisely and trust sparingly; darkness lurks within every heart. Master deep, tactical combat. Join up to 3 other players - but know that only one of you will have the chance to become a God, in multi-award winning RPG Divinity: Original Sin 2.
94
/100
04
S
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
A thrilling story-driven action RPG, with a rich open world, set in 15th century Medieval Europe. Experience the ultimate medieval adventure - through the eyes of young Henry - as you embark on a journey of epic proportions.
93
/100
05
S
Hades II
Battle beyond the Underworld using dark sorcery to take on the Titan of Time in this bewitching sequel to the award-winning rogue-like dungeon crawler.
93
/100
06
Dave the Diver
Dave the Diver is an action-adventure and management simulation game developed by Mintrocket. In the game, players control Dave, who spends his days diving into underwater environments to catch fish and gather resources, and his nights managing a sushi restaurant. The gameplay combines real-time underwater exploration and combat with restaurant management mechanics.
93
/100
07
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade is an enhanced and expanded version of Final Fantasy VII Remake that features a new episode starring Yuffie and introduces an exhilarating new story arc with numerous gameplay additions for players to enjoy.
92
/100
08
Dragon’s Dogma 2
Dragon's Dogma is a single player, narrative driven action-RPG that challenges players to choose their own experience – from the appearance of their Arisen, their vocation, their party, how to approach different situations and more. On your journey, you’ll be joined by Pawns, mysterious otherworldly beings, in an adventure so unique you will feel as if accompanied by other players while on your own adventure. All of these elements are elevated further by the latest in graphics, artificial intelligence (AI) and physics technology to create a truly immersive fantasy world in Dragon's Dogma 2.
91
/100
09
D
Valheim
Valheim is a brutal exploration and survival game for 1-10 players set in a procedurally-generated world inspired by Norse mythology. Craft powerful weapons, construct longhouses, and slay mighty foes to prove yourself to Odin!
90
/100
10
Sea of Stars
Sea of Stars is a turn-based RPG inspired by the classics. Promising the Sabotage touch in every system, Sea of Stars aims to modernize the classic RPG in terms of turn-based combat, storytelling, exploration and interactions with the environment, while still offering a hearty slice of nostalgia and good old, simple fun.
90
/100
11
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
89
/100
12
Tunic
89
/100
13
Stardew Valley
89
/100
14
Persona 3 Reload
89
/100
15
S
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
88
/100
16
Tales of Arise
87
/100
17
S
Final Fantasy VII
87
/100
18
S
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening (2019)
87
/100
19
Two Point Hospital
87
/100
20
Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster
86
/100
21
Stellar Blade
86
/100
22
Core Keeper
86
/100
23
Lies Of P
85
/100
24
Octopath Traveler
85
/100
25
A
Final Fantasy XIV Online
85
/100
26
Yakuza Kiwami 2
85
/100
27
Assassin's Creed Shadows
85
/100
28
C
Hogwarts Legacy
85
/100
29
S
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
84
/100
30
A
Fortnite
83
/100
31
Kingdom Hearts III
82
/100
32
Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna ~ The Golden Country
82
/100
33
Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy
81
/100
34
Kena: Bridge of Spirits
80
/100
35
Pokémon Violet
80
/100
36
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II
79
/100
37
System Shock
78
/100
38
Pokémon Scarlet
74
/100
39
B
Warframe
73
/100
40
A
Cyberpunk 2077
73
/100
41
DayZ
69
/100
S
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
A thrilling story-driven action RPG, with a rich open world, set in 15th century Medieval Europe. Experience the ultimate medieval adventure - through the eyes of young Henry - as you embark on a journey of epic proportions.
93
/100
05
S
Hades II
Battle beyond the Underworld using dark sorcery to take on the Titan of Time in this bewitching sequel to the award-winning rogue-like dungeon crawler.
93
/100
06
Dave the Diver
Dave the Diver is an action-adventure and management simulation game developed by Mintrocket. In the game, players control Dave, who spends his days diving into underwater environments to catch fish and gather resources, and his nights managing a sushi restaurant. The gameplay combines real-time underwater exploration and combat with restaurant management mechanics.
93
/100
07
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade is an enhanced and expanded version of Final Fantasy VII Remake that features a new episode starring Yuffie and introduces an exhilarating new story arc with numerous gameplay additions for players to enjoy.
92
/100
08
Dragon’s Dogma 2
Dragon's Dogma is a single player, narrative driven action-RPG that challenges players to choose their own experience – from the appearance of their Arisen, their vocation, their party, how to approach different situations and more. On your journey, you’ll be joined by Pawns, mysterious otherworldly beings, in an adventure so unique you will feel as if accompanied by other players while on your own adventure. All of these elements are elevated further by the latest in graphics, artificial intelligence (AI) and physics technology to create a truly immersive fantasy world in Dragon's Dogma 2.
91
/100
09
D
Valheim
Valheim is a brutal exploration and survival game for 1-10 players set in a procedurally-generated world inspired by Norse mythology. Craft powerful weapons, construct longhouses, and slay mighty foes to prove yourself to Odin!
90
/100
10
Sea of Stars
Sea of Stars is a turn-based RPG inspired by the classics. Promising the Sabotage touch in every system, Sea of Stars aims to modernize the classic RPG in terms of turn-based combat, storytelling, exploration and interactions with the environment, while still offering a hearty slice of nostalgia and good old, simple fun.
90
/100
11
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
89
/100
12
Tunic
89
/100
13
Stardew Valley
89
/100
14
Persona 3 Reload
89
/100
15
S
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
88
/100
16
Tales of Arise
87
/100
17
S
Final Fantasy VII
87
/100
18
S
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening (2019)
87
/100
19
Two Point Hospital
87
/100
20
Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster
86
/100
21
Stellar Blade
86
/100
22
Core Keeper
86
/100
23
Lies Of P
85
/100
24
Octopath Traveler
85
/100
25
A
Final Fantasy XIV Online
85
/100
26
Yakuza Kiwami 2
85
/100
27
Assassin's Creed Shadows
85
/100
28
C
Hogwarts Legacy
85
/100
29
S
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
84
/100
30
A
Fortnite
83
/100
31
Kingdom Hearts III
82
/100
32
Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna ~ The Golden Country
82
/100
33
Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy
81
/100
34
Kena: Bridge of Spirits
80
/100
35
Pokémon Violet
80
/100
36
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II
79
/100
37
System Shock
78
/100
38
Pokémon Scarlet
74
/100
39
B
Warframe
73
/100
40
A
Cyberpunk 2077
73
/100
41
DayZ
69
/100
Frequently asked questions
What is the best RPG game on Nintendo Switch 2?
Elden Ring currently tops the ranking with a score of 97/100 across 2,120 ratings. Ranking updated September 2026.
How is this ranking built?
Games are ranked on their aggregated critic score out of 100, with a minimum vote threshold so a single glowing review never outranks a proven classic; the Tier community's own F-to-S grades are shown alongside each game.