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Best Nintendo Switch games of 2020
The 114 best Nintendo Switch games released in 2020, ranked from 13,193 critic and player ratings.
The best Nintendo Switch game of 2020 is Hades, with a critic score of 94/100 — updated augustus 2026.
01
Hades
A rogue-lite hack and slash dungeon crawler in which Zagreus, son of Hades the Greek god of the dead, attempts to escape his home and his oppressive father by fighting the souls of the dead through the various layers of the ever-shifting underworld, while getting to know and forging relationships with its inhabitants.
94
/100
02
A
Hades
93
/100
03
Ori and the Will of the Wisps
Ori and the Will of the Wisps is a platform-adventure game that combines exploration, traversal, and combat within an interconnected world. Designed in a Metroidvania style, it focuses on navigating varied environments, uncovering hidden areas, and acquiring abilities that expand movement and progression options. The game features a system of upgrades and spirit-based skills that support different playstyles, along with environmental challenges and encounters that require timing and precision. Its presentation emphasizes detailed animation and a cohesive audiovisual design that supports both exploration and gameplay.
91
/100
Hades
A rogue-lite hack and slash dungeon crawler in which Zagreus, son of Hades the Greek god of the dead, attempts to escape his home and his oppressive father by fighting the souls of the dead through the various layers of the ever-shifting underworld, while getting to know and forging relationships with its inhabitants.
94
/100
02
A
Hades
93
/100
03
Ori and the Will of the Wisps
Ori and the Will of the Wisps is a platform-adventure game that combines exploration, traversal, and combat within an interconnected world. Designed in a Metroidvania style, it focuses on navigating varied environments, uncovering hidden areas, and acquiring abilities that expand movement and progression options. The game features a system of upgrades and spirit-based skills that support different playstyles, along with environmental challenges and encounters that require timing and precision. Its presentation emphasizes detailed animation and a cohesive audiovisual design that supports both exploration and gameplay.
91
/100
04
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Escape to a deserted island and create your own paradise as you explore, create, and customize in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Your island getaway has a wealth of natural resources that can be used to craft everything from tools to creature comforts. You can hunt down insects at the crack of dawn, decorate your paradise throughout the day, or enjoy sunset on the beach while fishing in the ocean. The time of day and season match real life, so each day on your island is a chance to check in and find new surprises all year round.
90
/100
05
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
90
/100
06
Spelunky 2
90
/100
07
Persona 4 Golden
A coming of age story that sets the protagonist and his friends on a journey kickstarted by a chain of serial murders. Now available on modern platforms, the world-renowned Persona 4 Golden promises unforgettable adventures, meaningful bonds, and heartwarming experiences.
90
/100
08
Neon Abyss
Neon Abyss is a frantic, roguelike action-platformer where you run ‘n’ gun your way into the Abyss as part of the Hades formed ‘Grim Squad’. Featuring unlimited item synergies and a unique dungeon evolution system, each run diversifies the experience and every choice alters the ruleset. Get ready to unleash hell! Combining furious run ‘n’ gun action and deep, roguelike mechanics, Neon Abyss pits you as a member of the ‘Grim Squad’ – a task force set-up by Hades himself to infiltrate the Abyss and defeat the New Gods. Death is not the end as every time you die, you’ll find yourself more empowered than before.
90
/100
09
Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition
89
/100
10
Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate
89
/100
11
Tetris Effect: Connected
89
/100
12
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2
88
/100
13
There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension
88
/100
14
The Last Campfire
88
/100
15
Risk of Rain 2
87
/100
16
Doom Eternal
86
/100
17
Monster Train
86
/100
18
Overcooked! All You Can Eat
86
/100
19
Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time
86
/100
20
Factorio
86
/100
21
Pikmin 3 Deluxe
85
/100
22
Monster Sanctuary
85
/100
23
Spiritfarer
84
/100
24
Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time
84
/100
25
Paradise Killer
84
/100
26
Art of Rally
83
/100
27
Genshin Impact
83
/100
28
Fortnite
83
/100
29
Streets of Rage 4
83
/100
30
Carto
82
/100
31
Ghostrunner
82
/100
32
The Pedestrian
82
/100
33
Super Mario 3D All-Stars
82
/100
34
Creaks
82
/100
35
Disc Room
82
/100
36
51 Worldwide Classics
82
/100
37
Them's Fightin' Herds
82
/100
38
Huntdown
82
/100
39
Alba: A Wildlife Adventure
82
/100
40
Paper Mario: The Origami King
81
/100
41
SnowRunner
81
/100
42
Wingspan
81
/100
43
Resident Evil 3
81
/100
44
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity
80
/100
45
Persona 5 Strikers
80
/100
46
There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension
80
/100
47
Hidden Through Time
80
/100
48
Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin
80
/100
49
Crown Trick
80
/100
50
Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit - Remastered
80
/100
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Escape to a deserted island and create your own paradise as you explore, create, and customize in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Your island getaway has a wealth of natural resources that can be used to craft everything from tools to creature comforts. You can hunt down insects at the crack of dawn, decorate your paradise throughout the day, or enjoy sunset on the beach while fishing in the ocean. The time of day and season match real life, so each day on your island is a chance to check in and find new surprises all year round.
90
/100
05
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
90
/100
06
Spelunky 2
90
/100
07
Persona 4 Golden
A coming of age story that sets the protagonist and his friends on a journey kickstarted by a chain of serial murders. Now available on modern platforms, the world-renowned Persona 4 Golden promises unforgettable adventures, meaningful bonds, and heartwarming experiences.
90
/100
08
Neon Abyss
Neon Abyss is a frantic, roguelike action-platformer where you run ‘n’ gun your way into the Abyss as part of the Hades formed ‘Grim Squad’. Featuring unlimited item synergies and a unique dungeon evolution system, each run diversifies the experience and every choice alters the ruleset. Get ready to unleash hell! Combining furious run ‘n’ gun action and deep, roguelike mechanics, Neon Abyss pits you as a member of the ‘Grim Squad’ – a task force set-up by Hades himself to infiltrate the Abyss and defeat the New Gods. Death is not the end as every time you die, you’ll find yourself more empowered than before.
90
/100
09
Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition
89
/100
10
Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate
89
/100
11
Tetris Effect: Connected
89
/100
12
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2
88
/100
13
There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension
88
/100
14
The Last Campfire
88
/100
15
Risk of Rain 2
87
/100
16
Doom Eternal
86
/100
17
Monster Train
86
/100
18
Overcooked! All You Can Eat
86
/100
19
Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time
86
/100
20
Factorio
86
/100
21
Pikmin 3 Deluxe
85
/100
22
Monster Sanctuary
85
/100
23
Spiritfarer
84
/100
24
Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time
84
/100
25
Paradise Killer
84
/100
26
Art of Rally
83
/100
27
Genshin Impact
83
/100
28
Fortnite
83
/100
29
Streets of Rage 4
83
/100
30
Carto
82
/100
31
Ghostrunner
82
/100
32
The Pedestrian
82
/100
33
Super Mario 3D All-Stars
82
/100
34
Creaks
82
/100
35
Disc Room
82
/100
36
51 Worldwide Classics
82
/100
37
Them's Fightin' Herds
82
/100
38
Huntdown
82
/100
39
Alba: A Wildlife Adventure
82
/100
40
Paper Mario: The Origami King
81
/100
41
SnowRunner
81
/100
42
Wingspan
81
/100
43
Resident Evil 3
81
/100
44
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity
80
/100
45
Persona 5 Strikers
80
/100
46
There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension
80
/100
47
Hidden Through Time
80
/100
48
Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin
80
/100
49
Crown Trick
80
/100
50
Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit - Remastered
80
/100
FAQ
What is the best Nintendo Switch game of 2020?
Hades currently tops the ranking with a score of 94/100 across 1,644 ratings. Ranking updated augustus 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.