Since its launch in 2017, Nintendo Switch has captivated players of all ages with its unique versatility, allowing games to be played both at home and on the move, anywhere. With a diverse library of games, the handheld and home console quickly earned a special place in gamers' hearts.
Among the many available titles, some stand out not only for their popularity and fan bases, but above all for their quality. Metacritic, a website known for its large compilation of game reviews and scores given by critics around the world, has ranked these games from the Nintendo console accordingly. Below, we at Eu, Brasileiro present the 10 highest-rated Nintendo Switch games on the website and their main trailers.
1st The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (97 Metascore)
This is one of Nintendo Switch's most acclaimed titles and a true masterpiece in the world of video games. Developed by Nintendo, the title transports players to a vast, stunning open world filled with mysteries to explore, adventures and exciting challenges.
In Breath of the Wild, players assume the role of Link, the legendary hero of The Legend of Zelda series. After a long period of sleep, Link awakens in a kingdom of Hyrule devastated by evil and darkness. His mission is to freely explore the vast territory, discover its hidden secrets and defeat the fearsome Calamity Ganon, who threatens to consume the world.
2nd Super Mario Odyssey (97 Metascore)
The world's most famous plumber surprised his fans once again with this sensational Nintendo Switch exclusive. It was the fastest-selling game in the franchise at the time of its release, and players embark on an epic journey alongside Mario on his mission to save Princess Peach from the clutches of villain Bowser.
What sets this game apart is its unique mechanic of capturing and controlling various objects and enemies with the help of Mario's new ally, the magical hat named Cappy. The mechanic provides a dynamic and creative gameplay experience, allowing players to explore the game's various kingdoms in ways never before seen in the franchise starring Nintendo's mascot.
3rd The House in Fata Morgana – Dreams of the Revenants Edition (96 Metascore)
The House in Fata Morgana – Dreams of the Revenants Edition is a special version of the renowned visual novel game that was also released for Nintendo Switch. Developed by Novectacle, this title offers a unique experience with a deep narrative, captivating characters and a mysterious atmosphere.
The game transports players to a haunted mansion known as Fata Morgana, where they explore a complex, emotional story that unfolds across several eras and generations. Players assume the role of an amnesiac spirit wandering through the mansion, discovering dark secrets and unraveling the mysteries of the past.
4th The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (96 Metascore)
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is a direct continuation of Breath of the Wild, one of the franchise's greatest successes. The story begins when Link and Zelda decide to investigate a mysterious blight that appears to originate deep beneath Hyrule Castle. Upon entering an underground cave, the pair encounters the mummy of the series' greatest villain, Ganondorf.
Held captive by a glowing arm, the villain awakens, unleashing destruction around him and gravely injuring Link. Worse still, Zelda disappears during the chaos. Upon regaining consciousness, Link realizes that his right arm has been replaced by the artifact that kept Ganondorf imprisoned. With the “Demon King” resurrected and Hyrule once again in imminent danger, Link is forced to embark on a new journey. His objective is to find representatives of the kingdom's different races, honoring an ancient pact, in order to stop Ganondorf and his army of monsters. At the same time, he must unravel the mystery behind Princess Zelda's disappearance.
5th Portal: Companion Collection (95 Metascore)
Portal: Companion Collection is a collection containing the first Portal and Portal 2, created by American developer Valve, owner of Steam, the famous PC gaming platform. The game centers on a character trapped in a secret research facility and used as a kind of “lab rat” in test chambers by an artificial intelligence. This AI aims to test not only the character's human reasoning, but also level-design techniques and technological experiments, with particular emphasis on a portal gun.
Amid secrets uncovered, twists and many “puzzles” to solve, this game is also greatly beloved on other platforms and eventually received a special Switch version containing both released games.
6th Tetris Effect: Connected (94 Metascore)
Among the 10 best Nintendo Switch games, Tetris Effect: Connected is an expanded and enhanced version of the classic puzzle game Tetris that we have seen throughout our lives in so many minigames and new releases. Developed by the renowned Enhance Games team, the Nintendo Switch edition offers an engaging, immersive experience that combines Tetris's iconic elements with stunning visuals and a hypnotic soundtrack.
7th Metroid Prime Remastered (94 Metascore)
Retro Studios' famous shooter, originally released in 2002, underwent a complete overhaul. It now presents remastered visuals, an enhanced soundtrack and updated control systems for an even more immersive and exciting experience. The game follows bounty hunter Samus Aran on a journey that unfolds after the events of the first title in the Metroid saga on the 8-bit Nintendo, one of the console's most famous classics. In the story, Samus must discover the plans of the villains, the Space Pirates, and prevent them from achieving their objectives.
8th Persona 5 Royal (94 Metascore)
Persona 5 Royal follows the classic RPG model, featuring turn-based battles while incorporating modern elements such as the ability to collect customizable monsters that fight alongside you, as well as high-quality Japanese animation sequences.
Its story highlights a group of vigilantes known as the Phantom Thieves, also called the “Thieves of Hearts.” They possess supernatural abilities that let them physically enter people's minds, represented by intellectual palaces filled with enemies and challenges. These palaces reflect people's true feelings and also reveal their inner wickedness, and it falls to the Phantom Thieves to bring about a change in their behavior toward society.
9th Hades (93 Metascore)
Developed by Supergiant Games and released for Nintendo Switch, Hades is an action roguelike in which death is “permanent” and sends you directly back to the beginning of the game. In this title, players assume the role of Zagreus, the rebellious son of Hades, the Greek god of the underworld. Zagreus's objective is to escape the underworld, facing a variety of enemies and challenges along the way. The game combines fast, fluid combat with an engaging narrative inspired by Greek mythology.
10th Divinity: Original Sin II – Definitive Edition (93 Metascore)
This is a fantasy RPG developed by Larian Studios, the same developer behind the extremely famous and widely played Baldur's Gate 3. This definitive edition of Divinity: Original Sin II – Definitive Edition offers players a complete and enhanced experience, allowing them to immerse themselves in a world rich in narrative, complex characters and strategic gameplay.
In the game, players embark on an epic adventure as Source Hunters tasked with investigating and eradicating the illegal use of a form of magic known as Source. The plot unfolds in a vast, detailed fantasy world filled with secrets, political intrigue and dangerous magical creatures. The game also features a complex, branching dialogue system in which players' choices have significant consequences for the unfolding story and their interactions with characters in the game's world.
