The Best Multiplayer Games on Nintendo Switch

If you’ve ever wanted to have a game night with your friends without the usual pain in the butt (running out of snacks or being cut off from Wi-Fi if there’s only one switch), you need a Nintendo Switch. Whether it’s on the Nintendo Switch OLED, to see those colors pop off the screen, or the more compact Nintendo Switch Lite, the Switch platform is a powerhouse for partying up with friends to play some couch co-op. Here are some of the best games you can play with other people, from party games to far-reaching co-op adventures.

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

First, we have the beloved Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. If you have ever wanted to toss a green shell at your best friend while speeding through Rainbow Road, this game is your ticket to chaos. It’s speedy, it’s amusing, and it’s ideal for serious racers and casual party players alike. This doesn’t get more quintessentially Nintendo Switch games.

On either the Nintendo Switch Pro or the regular model, it’s something that doesn’t age. Just be ready to hear “WHY DID YOU HIT ME WITH A BLUE SHELL? about a thousand times.

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

So let’s talk about Super Smash Bros. Ultimate—the game that kills friendships. There is nothing quite like putting your favorite character into a huge brawl. Suffice it to say, with games like this exclusive to the Nintendo Switch, you can always find a new way to beat up on your friends — literally. Every new update introduces new characters, and you certainly don’t want to miss out on fight-offs.

Pro Tip: If you are losing, always pin the blame on Nintendo Switch updates. It’ll work… sort of.

Animal Crossing: New Horizons

Animal Crossing: New Horizons is the multiplayer adventure for those who enjoy a slower-paced game (and perhaps who need a break from all that competitive chaos). Imagine it as a sort of virtual island paradise where you can invite your friends to come chill with you on, fish, and decorate it, and, oh yeah, visit each other’s villages.

With Nintendo eShop always updating with seasonal updates/events, it’s a game that just keeps on giving. The best part? No one has to be good at it. So basically everyone’s just there to vibe.

Overcooked! 2

Get ready for disaster (and a whole ton of chuckles) with Overcooked! 2. You and your friends will collaborate to operate a kitchen — although it’s more complicated than that. 79 With ever more ridiculous levels and an ever-expanding to-do list of orders, you soon find yourself bickering over who cooked that burnt pizza.

Nintendo Switch features get fully played out here, chaos reigns supreme, and if your kitchen devolves into a flaming heap, well, that’s part of the fun.

Splatoon 3

A more colorful and different game is that Splatoon 3 is a great multiplayer shooter. You’re shooting ink at your foes instead of bullets, and covering the map with vibrant colors. It has that competitive aspect but adding a bit of fun factor to it, ideal for a game night with friends.

And if you’ve been following Nintendo news 2025, you definitely know that Splatoon 3 is still getting regular updates and content to keep things fresh.

Minecraft (Nintendo Switch Edition)

And we can’t forget Minecraft, the sandbox game in which you and your friends can build, mine and survive together. The Nintendo Switch OLED news proves that the game is as beautiful as ever on the bigger screen, and you’ll lose hours in pixelated limbo. Whether you’re constructing a castle or being pursued by creepers, it’s an enjoyable multiplayer experience without bounds.

It’s great for all people, whether you’re an architect, a survivalist, or someone who just likes to set up elaborate traps for their friends (we’ve all been there!)

Cuphead

If you’re ready for a serious challenge, Cuphead is a gorgeously animated and extremely hard plat-former that’s even better to play with a friend. Combining a vintage cartoon style with bullet-hell boss battles makes for an unforgettable experience. But beware: the frustration will fly off the scale and you might blame the game for your bad performance. But at least you’re both in it together.

Luigi’s Mansion 3

If you’re looking for a spooky (albeit comical) experience, Luigi’s Mansion 3 provides. This co-op adventure has you and a friend work together to clean out a haunted hotel, using your trusty vacuum cleaner to suck up ghosts. It’s like Ghostbusters, with more charisma and an awful lot less… Well, logic.

With trailers of Nintendo Switch games riling up each release, this was designed for those who want to cackle and jump with fear.

Conclusion: Game On, Switch Style

There are some great multiplayer experiences on the Nintendo Switch. Whether you want to even the score in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, save the day in Overcooked! 2, or simply relax with friends in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, there’s a game for any occasion.

And with new Nintendo Switch sales news and updates being released all the time, there’s always something to try. Grab your Nintendo Switch Pro or Nintendo Switch Lite, assemble a couple of friends, and let’s get gaming, because with these titles, the fun just never stops!