There seems to be an infinite amount of video games, spread throughout tons of different genres. You can cozy up and play a town management game, or focus on saving the world in a classic RPG. Not all video game stories are created equal though. So, which games have the best storyline?

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Here, we are going to go over Nintendo Switch games that present a good story. These games include in-depth, diverse, and well-developed storylines that are worthy of the 'best' title. These narratives will draw you into the game's world, eager to see how the plot unravels and what lies in store for the characters involved.

Updated May 30, 2025 by Jacqueline Zalace: As time passes, more great games come to light for the Nintendo Switch. We've updated this list with a few more of the best story games on the Switch for you to play today.

These games are presented in no particular order.

The World Ends With You - Final Remix

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The World Ends With You

Action RPG Released July 27, 2007 ESRB T for Teen: Fantasy Violence, Mild Language, Mild Suggestive Themes Developer(s) Square Enix Publisher(s) Square Enix Engine Unity Multiplayer Local Co-Op Platform(s) Nintendo DS, Switch, Android, iOS How Long To Beat 25 Hours Powered by Expand Collapse

The World Ends With You originally launched on the Nintendo DS back in 2007, but in 2018, the handheld classic made a triumphant return on the Nintendo Switch. The game follows a teenage boy named Neku Sakuraba, who finds himself in the Reapers’ Game without his memory.

With just seven days to win the Reapers’ Game and earn back his life, Neku has to partner up with other Players, despite his introverted tendencies. While the game is short compared to other RPGs, its poignant narrative definitely leaves an effect on you, and encourages you to go beyond your own borders — after all, the world ends with you.

Endling - Extinction Is Forever

Endling - Extinction is Forever

Adventure Survival 3.5/5 Released July 19, 2022 ESRB T For Teen: Blood, Fantasy Violence Publisher(s) HandyGames PC Release Date July 19, 2022 Xbox Series X|S Release Date November 3, 2022 PS5 Release Date November 3, 2022 Nintendo Switch Release Date July 19, 2022 Platform(s) PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Android, iOS Developer Herobeat Studios OpenCritic Rating Strong Powered by Expand Collapse

Endling - Extinction is Forever is a unique game placing you in the shoes of a mother fox. Your goal is to guide your cubs through the world while struggling to survive.

While playing, the harrowing truth of extinction will loom above you. For a game that's just four hours long, you will experience a variety of emotions; much like the majority of reviewers, you may even shed a tear or two.

To The Moon

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To the Moon

Adventure 3.5/5 Released November 1, 2011 ESRB t Developer(s) Freebird Games Publisher(s) X.D. Network Engine unity Platform(s) Switch How Long To Beat 4 Hours OpenCritic Rating Mighty Powered by Expand Collapse

To The Moon is another short and sweet game. In this, you will travel backward in time to fulfill the final wish of a dying man. Rather than finding these natural memories, they will be added in artificially.

For a short game that launched back in 2011, To The Moon really packs a punch. We suggest heading into this game without searching too much about it online. To The Moon shines when you start without any prior knowledge!

Kirby And The Forgotten Land

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Kirby and the Forgotten Land

Platformer 4.0/5 Released March 25, 2022 ESRB E10+ for Everyone 10+: Cartoon Violence Developer(s) HAL Laboratory Publisher(s) Nintendo Engine unity Multiplayer Local Multiplayer, Online Multiplayer Franchise Kirby Platform(s) Switch How Long To Beat 12 Hours Powered by Expand Collapse

Kirby and the Forgotten Land has a surprisingly dark background for the generally light-hearted and brightly-colored series. It's rare that a children's game will have you sympathizing with the plight of the antagonists, but this game does just that.

Kirby explores a land that was abandoned by most of its original inhabitants. You will be forced to fight those who remain, who are those that are simply seeking a better life that they were promised. Who told the Kirby game writers that they're allowed to be this thought-provoking?

Octopath Traveler 1 & 2

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Octopath Traveler

JRPG Released July 13, 2018 ESRB T for Teen: Blood, Fantasy Violence, Mild Language, Suggestive Themes, Use of Alcohol Developer(s) Square Enix Publisher(s) Nintendo Engine Unreal Engine 4 Franchise Octopath Traveler Platform(s) Xbox One, Switch, PC, Stadia How Long To Beat 60 Hours OpenCritic Rating Mighty Powered by Expand Collapse

In Octopath Traveler, you get the chance to explore the journeys of eight main heroes as they travel through the land in a task that culminates with the discovery of a cult, a missing dark text, and a thieving professor. The stories of each one of the heroes become truly intermixed as the game progresses and a brief summary such as this one can barely do the game justice.

Thankfully, there is also a second Octopath Traveler game! In this sequel, you will meet eight new characters and play through their story in a similar fashion. Octopath Travel 2 doesn't feel redundant though, as there are some changes to the storytelling, giving you a fresh experience.

Oninaki

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Oninaki

Action RPG 2.5/5 Released July 23, 2019 ESRB t Developer(s) Tokyo RPG Factory Publisher(s) Square Enix Engine Unity Platform(s) PS4, PC, Switch, Xbox One Powered by Expand Collapse

Oninaki delights players with its deceptively cute art and graphics, which are in stark contrast to the darker tones and more serious storylines that the game delivers. In the game, you assume the role of a Watcher, which is someone who protects the Cycle of Reincarnation.

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This includes guiding lost souls and defeating monsters with the help of certain spirits called Daemons. With a rising cult, the Night Devil on the prowl, and a rising sense of unanswered questions, it's up to you to discover the truth behind the world of Oninaki.

Xenoblade Chronicles

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Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition

RPG 4.5/5 Released May 29, 2020 ESRB T For Teen Due To Blood, Mild Language, Partial Nudity, Use of Alcohol and Tobacco, Violence Developer(s) Monolith Soft Publisher(s) Nintendo Engine XC2/Torna Franchise Xenoblade Chronicles Platform(s) Switch How Long To Beat 58 Hours Metascore 89 Powered by Expand Collapse

Xenoblade Chronicles is a fantasy game series made up of three main games. Each game offers a vast world for you to enjoy and explore. All three games can be played separately, but you may get more out of them (in terms of story) if you play all three in order.

The first Xenoblade Chronicles game is known for the immense amount of side quests available to you. In total, there are over 400 side quests. Yes, 400 quests that you can complete, giving you well over 100 hours of playtime.

AI: The Somnium Files

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AI: The Somnium Files

Adventure Puzzle 4.0/5 Released July 25, 2019 ESRB t Developer(s) Spike Chunsoft Publisher(s) Spike Chunsoft, Limited Run Games Engine unity Platform(s) Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Microsoft Windows, PC How Long To Beat 23 hours Powered by Expand Collapse

AI: The Somnium Files is set in Tokyo in a not-too-distant future where Special Agent Kaname Date is on the trail of a serial killer. You will be able to investigate a crime with the use of "Psyncing," where you can probe the dreams of suspects and uncover clues and secrets.

With the technological marvel that is Psyncing, along with the help of the AI, Aiba, Date must investigate both the real and dream worlds to find the serial killer and put a stop to his crimes.

Astral Chain

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Astral Chain

Action Adventure 4.5/5 Released August 30, 2019 ESRB T For Teen due to Drug Reference, Language, Use of Alcohol, Violence Developer(s) Platinum Games Publisher(s) Nintendo Multiplayer Online Multiplayer Platform(s) Switch Powered by Expand Collapse

Set in the future, Astral Chain presents a world where humanity is close to extinction and the remaining survivors have taken refuge in a city called "The Ark." The people are under constant threat from strange interdimensional monsters called Chimeras who drag humans off to the Astral Plane. These chimeras infect humans and other creatures with red matter.

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The protagonist joins Neuron, a task force dedicated to defending the city. They use tamed chimeras called "Legions" in their battle to save mankind. It's up to you to save humanity while discovering the secrets of the Astral Plane.

Breath Of The Wild & Tears Of The Kingdom

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The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

Action Adventure 10.0/10 Released March 3, 2017 ESRB E for Everyone: Fantasy Violence, Use of Alcohol, Mild Suggestive Themes Developer(s) Nintendo EPD Publisher(s) Nintendo Engine Havok Cross-Platform Play no Cross Save no Franchise The Legend of Zelda Steam Deck Compatibility yes Platform(s) Nintendo Wii U, Switch How Long To Beat 50 Hours X|S Optimized no Metascore 97 OpenCritic Rating Mighty Powered by Expand Collapse

The Legend of Zelda is a long-reaching series, spreading over thousands of years and several timelines. On the Nintendo Switch, you can play Breath of the Wild, as well as its direct sequel, Tears of the Kingdom.

These two games have a beautiful story set in a recovering Hyrule. At the start of Breath of the Wild, Link and Zelda aim to defeat Ganon once and for all. Of course, things don't always go as planned. In Breath of the Wild, your goal is to defeat Calamity Ganon, while in Tears of the Kingdom, your goal is to solve the mystery of the floating islands and the missing princess.