Sonic Games on Nintendo Switch: 2025 Lineup Revealed

If you're seeking a versatile gaming platform for both home and on-the-go adventures, the Nintendo Switch is your ideal choice. Especially if you're a Sonic fan, you're in for a treat. Since its debut in 2017, Sega has consistently delivered Sonic titles tailored for the Switch, culminating in last year's release of Sonic x Shadow Generations alongside the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie. It's clear that Sonic's popularity is soaring to new heights.

With the official announcement of the Nintendo Switch 2, fans can look forward to even more Sonic adventures. The Switch 2 trailer has confirmed backward compatibility, ensuring your current Sonic collection remains playable. Whether you're new to Sonic's world or a long-time enthusiast, here's a comprehensive look at the Sonic the Hedgehog games available on the Nintendo Switch, as well as what to expect on the Switch 2.

A total of nine Sonic games have graced the Nintendo Switch from its launch in 2017 to the latest addition, Sonic x Shadow Generations, released in October 2024. Note that this list does not include games accessible through a Nintendo Switch Online subscription.

Most Recent Release: Sonic x Shadow Generations

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Every Sonic Game Released on the Switch (in Release Order)

Sonic Mania (2017)

Sonic Mania, crafted by PagodaWest Games and Sonic fan Christian Whitehead, serves as a nostalgic tribute to the classic Sonic titles on the Sega Genesis and Sega CD. Set post-Sonic 3 & Knuckles, it remixes eight iconic zones such as Green Hill and Chemical Plant, and introduces five fresh ones like Studiopolis and Press Garden. The game also features a new group of Eggbots, the Hard-Boiled Heavies, for Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles to conquer. Celebrated as one of the best Sonic games of the 2010s, Sonic Mania excels with its vibrant graphics and challenging stages.

Sonic Forces (2017)

In Sonic Forces, Classic and Modern Sonic join forces to combat Dr. Eggman and Infinite, a masked jackal wielding the Phantom Ruby to manipulate reality. The game toggles between third-person Boost gameplay with Modern Sonic, side-scrolling with Classic Sonic, and a mode featuring a customizable avatar character empowered by Wisp weapons. Though the narrative and visuals may not be the series' strongest, Sonic Forces remains enjoyable for many.

Sonic Forces

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Team Sonic Racing (2019)

Team Sonic Racing revolutionizes racing games by promoting teamwork over competition. Inspired by Sonic Heroes, players race in teams of three, coordinating closely to win by sharing Wisp power-ups and enhancing team performance. With customizable sports cars reminiscent of West Coast Customs, this game offers a unique twist on the racing genre.

2 Games: Sonic Mania + Team Sonic Racing

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Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 (2019)

Released ahead of the postponed 2020 Tokyo Olympics, Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 reignites the friendly rivalry between the iconic duo. Featuring new sports like surfing and skateboarding, the game also includes a story mode that transports players back to the 1964 Tokyo Olympics with 2D sprite versions of Mario and Sonic, blending nostalgia with modern gameplay.

Mario & Sonic at The Olympic Games Tokyo 2020

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Sonic Colors: Ultimate (2021)

Sonic Colors: Ultimate, a remastered edition of the original Sonic Colors, celebrates Sonic's 30th anniversary with enhanced graphics and new features. It introduces the Jade Ghost Wisp for phasing through obstacles, replaces lives with rescues, and adds mini races against Metal Sonic. Players can customize Sonic with Park Tokens for unique shoe and glove designs.

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Sonic Origins (2022)

Sonic Origins remasters the first four classic Sonic games for modern audiences, offering both Classic Mode in a 4:3 aspect ratio and Anniversary Mode with updated mechanics like Drop Dash. New animated cutscenes by Tyson Heese weave the games into a cohesive narrative when played in release order.

Sonic Origins Plus

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Sonic Frontiers (2022)

Sonic Frontiers marks the franchise's entry into open-world gaming, inspired by titles like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Set on the Starfall Islands, players explore, battle cybernetic foes, solve puzzles, and race through Cyber Space levels reminiscent of past Sonic games to rescue friends trapped in a digital dimension. The game's soundtrack beautifully balances serenity and intensity, appealing to both new and veteran fans.

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Sonic Superstars (2023)

Sonic Superstars introduces 3D graphics to a Classic Sonic game, unveiled at the 2023 Summer Game Fest. Featuring revamped levels and new music, the game supports up to four-player local co-op across 11 levels in the Northstar Islands, with Chaos Emeralds granting new powers to overcome challenges.

Sonic X Shadow Generations (2024)

The latest installment, Sonic X Shadow Generations, remasters the 2011 Sonic Generations with graphical enhancements and quality-of-life updates. It also introduces an entirely new Shadow campaign, expanding the game's content to over 150 stages and 15-20 hours of gameplay. Our review praised it for surpassing previous enhanced versions in the Sonic series.

Most Recent Release: Sonic x Shadow Generations

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More Sonic Games Available with Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack

For those with a Nintendo Switch Online subscription, the SEGA catalog offers classic Sonic titles like Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Sonic Spinball. You can find more details on these games below.

Upcoming Sonic Games on the Switch

2024 has been a landmark year for Sonic fans, with Sonic X Shadow Generations and the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie. At the 2024 Game Awards, Sonic Racing: Cross Worlds was announced, set to launch on the Switch, PC, PS5, and Xbox later this year. This sequel to Team Sonic Racing will feature the full roster of Sonic characters. For more insights, check out IGN's preview.

The upcoming Nintendo Direct on April 2 is expected to shed light on the Switch 2's release date and launch lineup. We also have numerous predictions about future games for the Switch 2.

Beyond gaming, Paramount has confirmed Sonic the Hedgehog 4, slated for a Spring 2027 release.

For more Sonic content, explore these guides:

• Best Sonic Toys for Kids
• Best Sonic Games of All Time