The Nintendo Switch 2 is here, and RPG fans are checking their game collections to see how this new gear makes their top games better. With quicker storage, more power, and that fun Nintendo touch, some of the best RPGs are running smoother, looking better, and loading faster than ever. Which games gain the most from this upgrade? Here’s a list of 10 RPGs that show clear improvements on Switch 2—from small tweaks to big changes.
10. Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light
This old-school game hasn’t changed a lot, but it does load a bit faster on Switch 2. Fans hope for better picture quality—ideally 1080p in your hands and 4K on your TV screen. It’s mostly the same, but it’s a quicker trip back in time. If Nintendo adds it to their online store or includes it in NSO, it will be easier to get.
9. Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore
Always stylish, this game’s look was limited to 720p on the old Switch. It loads a bit faster on the new one, and fans hope for clearer images. A patch for better resolution would let this colorful JRPG shine as it should.
8. Fire Emblem Warriors
The first game ran well but struggled with smoothness in handheld mode. The Switch 2 fixes this, hitting smoother frame rates more often. Load times are cut, and the game feels as smooth as it should in big fights.
7. Fire Emblem Engage
This game looked good and ran okay on the old Switch, but on the new one, everything is smoother. It loads quicker, moves faster, and the bright art looks cleaner. With a bit more work—like HDR or an upgraded version—this beautiful strategy RPG could look even better.
6. Fire Emblem: Three Houses
A game that maxed out the old Switch, Three Houses had slow performance and rough looks. On Switch 2, it loads much faster and keeps a steadier frame rate—especially while exploring. It still needs better image quality, but even without a new patch, it runs almost as it should have from the start.
5. Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes
This side game had uneven performance on the old Switch, with choppy frames and fuzzy images. On Switch 2, it’s much improved—frames are higher, and split-screen play feels smoother. It still needs clearer visuals, but the gameplay difference is huge and worth a new look.
4. Xenoblade Chronicles 2
A grand JRPG with great storytelling, this game’s looks were blurry—especially handheld—on the first Switch. With the new Switch, it’s stable and looks better. We’re waiting for an official patch, but the performance boost alone makes a trip back to Alrest more inviting than ever.
3. Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity
Known for frame rate problems and unclear textures, this Zelda game pushed the old Switch too far. The new Switch eases these issues: it feels quicker, and the scenes are clearer. If technical problems kept you away, now’s a great time to try this wild prequel again.
2. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet
These big, open-world Pokémon games were full of bugs and ran poorly on the old hardware. The Switch 2 is set to get an update focused on performance for both, promising smoother play and better looks. This might be the version that truly matches the scale and aim of Gen 9.
1. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild & Tears of the Kingdom
Two key RPGs for the Switch are getting extra attention on Switch 2. Both Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom will get official Switch 2 updates through Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack. Expect smoother frames, clearer images, and new stuff. These already iconic games are more engaging than ever—especially in spots that used to slow down.
The Nintendo Switch 2 shows it’s the perfect place for RPG lovers. With better tech all-around—even without full remakes—many games feel renewed. If you’re revisiting old loves or starting anew, now’s a great time to dive into these epic tales once again.