Disney's Reign on the Nintendo Switch: A Comprehensive Guide to Every Game
Disney, a multimedia giant, has significantly impacted the gaming world, particularly on the Nintendo Switch. This guide covers every Disney game released on the Switch, ordered chronologically, highlighting noteworthy titles and offering insights into their appeal.
How Many Disney Games Grace the Nintendo Switch?
Defining what constitutes a "Disney" game can be tricky. However, a total of 11 Disney games have launched on the Switch since its 2017 debut. This includes movie adaptations, Kingdom Hearts spin-offs, and collections of classic Disney titles. (Note: Numerous Star Wars games, also under the Disney umbrella, are excluded for brevity).
The Best Disney Switch Game for 2025: Disney Dreamlight Valley
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Not all Disney Switch games are created equal, especially considering the price point. However, Disney Dreamlight Valley stands out. This Animal Crossing-esque title immerses players in rebuilding Dreamlight Valley, interacting with beloved Disney and Pixar characters and completing their unique quests.
All Disney and Pixar Switch Games (Release Order)
Cars 3: Driven to Win (2017)
This Pixar-themed racing game, also released on Nintendo 3DS, features 20 tracks inspired by the Cars films and 20 customizable characters, including Lightning McQueen, Mater, and Chick Hicks. Unlocking all characters requires navigating five game modes and various Master Events.
Cars 3: Driven to Win
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LEGO The Incredibles (2018)
Combining elements from both Incredibles movies, this LEGO game offers a fun, albeit slightly altered, interpretation of the films' storylines, including new villains alongside familiar foes.
LEGO The Incredibles
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Disney Tsum Tsum Festival (2019)
Based on the popular Tsum Tsum collectible toys and mobile game, this party game features various minigames playable solo or with friends.
Disney Tsum Tsum Festival
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Kingdom Hearts: Melody of Memory (2019)
This rhythm game, a spin-off of the Kingdom Hearts series, allows players to control Sora, Donald, Goofy, and other characters, battling to the beat of the series' soundtrack. It serves as a recap of the series' story up to Kingdom Hearts 3.
Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory
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Disney Classic Games Collection (2021)
This updated collection includes enhanced versions of Aladdin, The Lion King, and The Jungle Book, offering various platform versions and bonus features.
Disney Classic Games Collection
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Disney Magical World 2: Enchanted Edition (Switch Release: 2021)
A remaster of the 3DS title, this life sim game features quests, farming, crafting, and combat, allowing players to interact with Disney and Pixar characters.
Disney Magical World 2: Enchanted Edition
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Tron: Identity (2023)
A unique visual novel set thousands of years after Tron: Legacy, this game features a detective program investigating a mystery on the Grid.
Disney Speedstorm (2023)
A kart racing game with brawling mechanics, featuring a diverse cast of Disney characters and vehicles.
Disney Illusion Island (2023)
A Metroidvania-style platformer starring Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Goofy on a quest to recover stolen Tomes of Knowledge.
Disney Illusion Island
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Disney Dreamlight Valley (2023)
A life sim game blending Disney characters and Animal Crossing-style gameplay, where players rebuild Dreamlight Valley.
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Disney Dreamlight Valley
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Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed (2024)
A remastered version of the original Epic Mickey, featuring improved graphics and gameplay.
Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed
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Upcoming Disney Games on Nintendo Switch
Currently, no new Disney games beyond Dreamlight Valley's ongoing updates and the anticipated Kingdom Hearts 4 (with no confirmed release date) are officially announced for 2025. Further announcements may coincide with the release of the Nintendo Switch 2.