The Legend of Zelda franchise, a cornerstone of gaming history, has seen a remarkable resurgence on the Nintendo Switch. Since its 1986 debut on the NES, the series, chronicling the valiant struggles of Link and Princess Zelda against the nefarious Ganon, has captivated players. The Switch, however, has propelled Zelda to new heights of popularity, thanks to the phenomenal success of Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom.
With the recent release of Echoes of Wisdom, a retrospective look at the Switch's Zelda offerings is timely. While future Zelda titles remain unannounced, the impending arrival of the Switch 2 promises further Hyrule adventures. Let's explore the eight Legend of Zelda games currently available on the Nintendo Switch:
Eight Zelda Titles on Nintendo Switch:
The list below encompasses mainline entries and spin-offs released between 2017 and 2024, excluding titles accessible via Nintendo Switch Online.
Zelda Games on Nintendo Switch (Release Order):
A pivotal moment for the Zelda franchise, Breath of the Wild launched alongside the Switch, introducing a groundbreaking open-world experience. Link, awakened from a century-long slumber, must save Princess Zelda from Calamity Ganon. Explore a vast, seamless landscape—go anywhere your eyes can see!
[Read our review of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.]
This action-packed hack-and-slash title, originally a Wii U release, features a diverse cast of characters from across the Zelda universe. The Definitive Edition for the Switch includes all content from the original, plus Breath of the Wild-inspired costumes.
[Read our review of Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition.]
A unique collaboration, Cadence of Hyrule blends the rhythm-based gameplay of Crypt of the NecroDancer with the Zelda universe. Enjoy a captivating soundtrack and charming pixel art as Link, Zelda, and Cadence confront the musical villain, Octavo.
[Read our review of Cadence of Hyrule.]
A remake of the beloved 1993 Game Boy classic, this charming platformer casts Link adrift on Koholint Island. Solve the mystery of the Wind Fish and explore diverse dungeons to collect the Instruments of the Sirens.
[Read our review of The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening.]
A prequel to Breath of the Wild, Age of Calamity depicts the events leading up to the Great Calamity. Play as your favorite Breath of the Wild characters and enjoy two waves of DLC.
[Read our review of Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity.]
A remastered version of the Wii classic, Skyward Sword HD features both motion controls and a button-only option. Embark on Link's journey to save Zelda, uncovering the origins of the Master Sword.
[Read our review of The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD.]
A direct sequel to Breath of the Wild, Tears of the Kingdom expands the Hyrule experience to the skies and depths below. This massive game offers hundreds of hours of exploration.
[Read our review of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.]
Princess Zelda takes center stage in this latest installment, featuring a unique 2D art style. This full-fledged Zelda adventure offers creative new ways to save Hyrule.
[Read our review of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom.]
Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack: This service grants access to numerous classic Zelda titles from past Nintendo consoles.
Future of Zelda on Switch: Echoes of Wisdom likely marks the final Zelda release before the Nintendo Switch 2, promising a continuation of the series' legacy on the new console. A live-action Zelda movie is also in the works.