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7 Best Free-to-Play Games on Your New Nintendo Switch

Find some of the best free to play games on your Nintendo Switch with our help.

The Nintendo Switch is one of the greatest consoles of all time, with an excellent library of free-to-play games that can be enjoyed without paying a cent. Get ready to find some exciting new games to add to your collection with our help.

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Best Free-To-Play Games on Nintendo Switch

Below, you’ll find a list of some of our favorite free-to-play games on the Nintendo Switch, so you can get right into the fun without needing to purchase anything else. Let’s-a go!

7: Palia

Ready to lose countless hours in a Cozy MMO with your friends? Then Palia is the game for you. Get ready to embark on an adventure that can be enjoyed by players of all skill levels, all while crafting, fishing, hunting, and spending time with your pals. With Cross-Play enabled, you can even play with others who are joining in on PC, so you can party up wherever you are.

6: Fall Guys: Ultimate Showdown

A Battle Royale without much battling, you’ll need to make sure that your reflexes are sharp and your skills are on point if you’re hoping to take home the win in Fall Guys: Ultimate Showdown. This particular multiplayer game will have you facing off against a variety of other bean creatures as you navigate through the world’s most intense game of Wipeout, all while trying to claim a Victory Crown of your own.

5: Pokemon Unite

Pokemon Unite brings the MOBO formula to the world of Pokemon with excellent results. In this highly competitive game, you’ll need to work with your team to complete objectives, claim specific points on the map, and battle against other players as you all try to be victorious. While not as difficult as other MOBA games on the market, there is a nice challenge awaiting you when you jump into the world of Pokemon Unite.

4: Trove

Looking for an adorable MMO to play with your friends? This could be the perfect choice, especially with its unique art style, exciting gameplay, and so much more. There is a treasure trove of content to be found within the world of Trove, and with plenty of updates still coming down the pipeline, there is plenty of content to keep players eager to check back on the daily.

3: Sky: Children of Light

If you’re looking for something more laid back, offering a very zen experience, look no further than Sky: Children of Light. Playable with up to three additional players, this experience is unlike anything else on the Nintendo Switch, offering an emotional and heartfelt game that will tug at your heartstrings. You’ll also find that there are in-game events, including concerts and more that will provide plenty of entertainment for gamers of all ages.

2. Ninjala

After reaching three years on the market, Ninjala is still going strong. Featuring collaborations with popular brands like Demon Slayer and Hatsune Miku, there are plenty of costumes that players can don in this unique 4 versus 4 multiplayer game. Fast-paced and full of action, it’s family-friendly while still letting players of all ages enjoy what it has to offer.

1: Fortnite

Fortnite is back and better than ever, especially on Nintendo Switch. With a variety of new game modes, including LEGO Fortnite, Fortnite Festival, and Rocket Racing, there is something here for everyone. You can jump into the Battle Royale mode and face off against 99 other players, or jump into the survival crafting worlds of LEGO Fortnite to play with your friends, regardless of where they’re playing. It’s a great game, with an astonishing amount of content at no upfront cost to you.

Get ready for the ultimate gaming experience with your new Nintendo Switch, no matter where you’re hoping to play. From the house to the road, be sure to get some new games on your console and get ready for the time of your life.


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Shaun Cichacki

As a fan of RPGs, Action & Retro titles, Shaun has been gaming since he was a young boy. With an overwhelming obsession involving Metal Gear Solid and Pizza Tower, you know you're in for a wild ride when it comes to things he's writing about.