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Best Nintendo Switch games of 2023
The 30 best Nintendo Switch games released in 2023, ranked from 4,259 critic and player ratings.
The best Nintendo Switch game of 2023 is The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, with a critic score of 96/100 — updated August 2026.
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S
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
96
/100
02
S
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
An epic adventure across the land and skies of Hyrule awaits in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for Nintendo Switch. The adventure is yours to create in a world fueled by your imagination. In this sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you'll decide your own path through the sprawling landscapes of Hyrule and the mysterious islands floating in the vast skies above. Can you harness the power of Link's new abilities to fight back against the malevolent forces that threaten the kingdom?
95
/100
03
Against the Storm
A roguelite city builder set in a fantasy world tormented by the everlasting rain. Settle the unknown wilds to discover and rebuild the ruins of a long-forgotten civilization. Develop technologies that will help your citizens tackle destructive storms and extend the frontier of your civilization.
90
/100
S
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
96
/100
02
S
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
An epic adventure across the land and skies of Hyrule awaits in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for Nintendo Switch. The adventure is yours to create in a world fueled by your imagination. In this sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you'll decide your own path through the sprawling landscapes of Hyrule and the mysterious islands floating in the vast skies above. Can you harness the power of Link's new abilities to fight back against the malevolent forces that threaten the kingdom?
95
/100
03
Against the Storm
A roguelite city builder set in a fantasy world tormented by the everlasting rain. Settle the unknown wilds to discover and rebuild the ruins of a long-forgotten civilization. Develop technologies that will help your citizens tackle destructive storms and extend the frontier of your civilization.
90
/100
04
Sea of Stars
90
/100
05
Octopath Traveler II
This game is a brand-new entry in the Octopath Traveler series. It takes the series’ HD-2D graphics, a fusion of retro pixel art and 3DCG, to even greater heights. In the world of Solistia, eight new travelers venture forth into an exciting new era. Where will you go? What will you do? Whose tale will you bring to life? Every path is yours to take. Embark on an adventure all your own.
89
/100
06
Cocoon
Cocoon is a puzzle adventure game developed by Geometric Interactive and published by Annapurna Interactive. Players control a small insect-like creature navigating interconnected worlds contained within orbs, solving environmental puzzles by carrying and using these orbs to manipulate space and progression.
89
/100
07
Blasphemous II
The Penitent One awakens as Blasphemous 2 joins him once again in an endless struggle against The Miracle. Dive into a perilous new world filled with mysteries and secrets to discover, and tear your way through monstrous foes that stand between you and your quest to end the cycle one and for all.
89
/100
08
Pikmin 4
88
/100
09
World of Horror
Experience the quiet terror of this 1-bit love letter to Junji Ito and H.P. Lovecraft. Navigate a hellish roguelite reality with turn-based combat and unforgiving choices. Experiment with your deck of event cards to discover new forms of cosmic horror in every playthrough. The inevitable awaits...
88
/100
10
Palia
Palia is a vibrant new world made just for you. Craft, cook, fish, and farm with friends as you live the life of your dreams and discover an enchanting adventure filled with colorful characters and a mystery to unravel.
87
/100
11
Venba
87
/100
12
Wartales
86
/100
13
Fire Emblem Engage
86
/100
14
Dredge
86
/100
15
Hogwarts Legacy
85
/100
16
Mortal Kombat 1
84
/100
17
Darkest Dungeon II
83
/100
18
Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun
83
/100
19
Bomb Rush Cyberfunk
83
/100
20
Killer Frequency
82
/100
21
A Space for the Unbound
82
/100
22
Chants of Sennaar
80
/100
23
Terra Nil
80
/100
24
Slay the Princess
76
/100
25
Brotato
74
/100
26
SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake
73
/100
27
Disney Dreamlight Valley
71
/100
28
Disney Speedstorm
70
/100
29
EA Sports FC 24
66
/100
30
My Hero Ultra Rumble
53
/100
Sea of Stars
90
/100
05
Octopath Traveler II
This game is a brand-new entry in the Octopath Traveler series. It takes the series’ HD-2D graphics, a fusion of retro pixel art and 3DCG, to even greater heights. In the world of Solistia, eight new travelers venture forth into an exciting new era. Where will you go? What will you do? Whose tale will you bring to life? Every path is yours to take. Embark on an adventure all your own.
89
/100
06
Cocoon
Cocoon is a puzzle adventure game developed by Geometric Interactive and published by Annapurna Interactive. Players control a small insect-like creature navigating interconnected worlds contained within orbs, solving environmental puzzles by carrying and using these orbs to manipulate space and progression.
89
/100
07
Blasphemous II
The Penitent One awakens as Blasphemous 2 joins him once again in an endless struggle against The Miracle. Dive into a perilous new world filled with mysteries and secrets to discover, and tear your way through monstrous foes that stand between you and your quest to end the cycle one and for all.
89
/100
08
Pikmin 4
88
/100
09
World of Horror
Experience the quiet terror of this 1-bit love letter to Junji Ito and H.P. Lovecraft. Navigate a hellish roguelite reality with turn-based combat and unforgiving choices. Experiment with your deck of event cards to discover new forms of cosmic horror in every playthrough. The inevitable awaits...
88
/100
10
Palia
Palia is a vibrant new world made just for you. Craft, cook, fish, and farm with friends as you live the life of your dreams and discover an enchanting adventure filled with colorful characters and a mystery to unravel.
87
/100
11
Venba
87
/100
12
Wartales
86
/100
13
Fire Emblem Engage
86
/100
14
Dredge
86
/100
15
Hogwarts Legacy
85
/100
16
Mortal Kombat 1
84
/100
17
Darkest Dungeon II
83
/100
18
Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun
83
/100
19
Bomb Rush Cyberfunk
83
/100
20
Killer Frequency
82
/100
21
A Space for the Unbound
82
/100
22
Chants of Sennaar
80
/100
23
Terra Nil
80
/100
24
Slay the Princess
76
/100
25
Brotato
74
/100
26
SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake
73
/100
27
Disney Dreamlight Valley
71
/100
28
Disney Speedstorm
70
/100
29
EA Sports FC 24
66
/100
30
My Hero Ultra Rumble
53
/100
FAQ
What is the best Nintendo Switch game of 2023?
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom currently tops the ranking with a score of 96/100 across 491 ratings. It holds a S grade from the Tier community — updated August 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.