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Nintendo Switch remains a popular and widely loved console despite the fact that PlayStation and Xbox are dominant players in the market. However, when it comes to Switch, players have a special relationship with the device because most of the times it comes out with compelling titles. And to welcome the new year, Nintendo Switch is going to get some biggest releases in the first month of 2022 itself.

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January will see the debut of some of the most exciting Nintendo Switch games which are going to be a treat for fans of the console.

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Top 5 Biggest Nintendo Switch games releasing in January 2022

While the last year saw the massive launch of Metroid: Dread, 2022 shouldn’t disappoint either. Especially considering the fact that the first month of the new year is full of exciting releases. Without wasting any more time, here are the top five best, and arguably the biggest, Nintendo Switch releases coming out in January:

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Astroneer

The title is set during the 25th century, amidst the Intergalactic Age of Discovery. In this era, astronomers mostly focus on finding new frontiers of the outer space, while risking their lives in doing so. The game features harsh environments and makes the players unearth rare discoveries. Astroneer is set to launch for Nintendo Switch on January 13, 2022.

Shadow Man: Remastered

In Shadow Man: Remastered, users will become stalkers of criminals across different surroundings, like Louisiana, Swamplands, New York, and many more. Along with this, you will also send evil entities back to the realm of darkness. The comic book inspired title, Shadow Man: Remastered will arrive on January 17, 2022.

Windjammers 2

Published by DotEmu, it is the upcoming sequel to the 1994 game. The first one was developed and published by Data East. The new Windjammers 2 is making its way to Nintendo Switch on January 20, 2022.

Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 2

The game is developed by Inti Creates and is the second title in Gunvolt Chronicles, while being a direct continuation of Luminous Avenger iX. Having Copen as its central character, Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 2 comes out on January 27, 2022.

Pokémon Legends: Arceus

This is definitely the most awaited game among those who are fond of spending time on Nintendo Switch. It is among the eighth generation of the Pokemon franchise. The title is an action RPG that will bring back the memories of the previous installments as well. Pokemon Legends: Arceus releases on January 28, 2022.

Which game are you most excited for? Let us know in the comments.

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Mintu Tomar is a Senior Tennis Journalist at EssentiallySports, specializing in the WTA beat and Grand Slam coverage. With a journalism career spanning over 10 years across sports and entertainment media, he combines long‑term trend‑spotting with sharp match‑day analysis. At ES, Mintu’s work often blends on‑court breakdowns with behind‑the‑scenes context. In his coverage of Coco Gauff’s Qatar Open upset, he unpacked tactical advice from Serena Williams’ former coach, showing how elite insights influence rising talent. As part of the ES Think Tank, he helps identify breakout storylines and shape analytical angles for the newsroom. Before focusing on tennis, Mintu covered esports and the broader gaming industry at Sportskeeda, with a focus on major titles like Call of Duty, and has written extensively on entertainment, technology, politics, and lifestyle for multiple digital platforms. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy and Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism and International Law & Diplomacy.

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