Top 15 BEST Nintendo Switch Hidden Gems

[@Nesty9]

I got moonlighter recently and is amazing ,u run a store but at night u go thru dungeons gettin parts for your shop

[@rosegoldrose6249]

I also found this game called The First Tree. It's a beautiful game where you play as a mother fox in a beautiful forest in search for her 3 cubs. Along the way you we find bits and pieces of a guy named Joseph. When you find these pieces bit by bit you will hear him talk about his stories. You as the fox have to jump on cliffs and search for all the hit points. This game is about how to deal with losing a loved one and it is all worked out in a beautiful atmosphere from the forest, soothing music. You don't have stress about time, hunting to restore your strength and dying. It's a short game, i managed to finish it in one hour but it is sure worth the try.

[@grammajam3682]

Here's my list of Switch gems: Anodyne Gunvolt Chronicles Gunman Clive: HD Collection Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling Membrane Gris Fast RMX Yoku's Island Express Blossom Tales Ape Out West of Loathing Wild Guns: Reloaded Blasphemous Dead Cells Gorogoa Severed Guacamelee 2 Flipping Death Cave Story Wuppo Pikuniku Katana Zero My Friend Pedro Gato Roboto Downwell Splasher

[@reagandow850]

I love these videos when you do them. You could do a whole series of “hidden gem” videos for the e shop as it’s so hard to find games on it.

[@JayWood2010]

I'm glad you're enjoying them so much:) I try to post a top 10 list every weekend, and here lately I've really been focused on trying to sort out the eshop for that very reason. Nintendo has not made it easy for users to find good games, that's for sure

[@caleb5780]

JayWood2020 it'd be better if you had time stamps in the description naming the games and price.

[@reagandow850]

JayWood2010 - I’ve been noticing this. The past few have been great as well. We’ve GOT to get your channel picked up By the algorithm....but how?

[@JayWood2010]

@@reagandow850 Thank you, i appreciate it :) The best thing to do is like, comment, and share. KZbin specifically liked videos with a lot of engagement, so watch duration, and the more like and comments it has, the more likely KZbin will recommend it to other people

[@NottzMaster]

JayWood2010 Hi Jay. We close to the eshop video. Would be awesome!

[@matthewtaylor8671]

Please add the list of games in the description for these types of videos if possible! I come back to them for quick ideas and new games, but have to scroll through the video. Thanks for the content :)

[@undisclosedundisclosed8608]

That might be done on purpose. Closing the tab without watching the video adds no monetary value to the YT channel. People watching means higher views means more money.

[@iznax9]

Katana Zero is an amazing game. Easily on my top 10 2019 games, up there with games like Sekiro, Control, DmC5, Astral Chain, FE 3 houses, LM3, MM2, Gears 5, RE2, etc. Very nice list!

[@lf2334]

You literally do the best job on these types of videos. Not only for the games themselves, but the presentation. Your choices are way more interesting than most, and it's delivered so well. Seriously good job.

[@JayWood2010]

Thank you, that is high praise! I'm glad you've been enjoying these so much xD

[@LilGian1]

Thank you for mentioning river city girls!! I was so surprised with this game!! It’s truly great!!! I wish more people knew about it

[@josesuarez1711]

Game is awesome with secrets and replay value

[@gusmoneyxd2737]

Reminds me of the PPG

[@captainhakob814]

Nice it's like a River City Ransom remake! I love it!

[@DarianDuncn]

Not to mention that opening gets stuck in your head lol

[@OGGuaves]

Nice list my dude, if you ever get the time make sure to check out Va-11 Hall-A. Probably one of the best underrated visual novels out there

[@JayWood2010]

I may just do that. Thanks for the heads up

[@vizerix1132]

One hidden gem game I recently purchased and enjoy is creature in the well. I love the play style and art of this game.

[@karlwest49]

Wuppo looks interesting to me. Might have to give it a try. One game I'll add to the list is Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX. Hasn't had much coverage but has great action in it and is very well done!

[@FiddsOnYou]

It isn’t indie, but digimon story: cyber sleuth is an amazing rpg. There’s a lot of love put into it and it shows

[@pein260]

Is it really? I used to love Digimon

[@FiddsOnYou]

pein260 yeah! I’d highly recommend it and I’d even say it feels like it had more work put into it than Pokémon sword and shield. (Though, both are still great)

[@pein260]

@@FiddsOnYou ok, cool! I'll check it out, thanks for the info!!

[@SakuraPomeranian]

I didn't realize it was on switch, loved it on ps4

[@vincentbatten4686]

I didn't realize they released it on switch

[@Timjikun]

AI: The Somnium Files is not a indie game, but nobody seems to know that this game exists and it's one of the best games on the Switch. It's a murder mystery game by the creators of Danganronpa and Zero Escape (999).

[@JayWood2010]

You had my attention at danganronpa o.o I'm going to have to check this game out, thank you!

[@TheGamerGuy1981]

Visual novels are so Incredibly niche outside of Japan most don't ever get given a chance really.

[@Hellspwn6]

I've been trying to find something by the zero escape people. Thank you!

[@Bavalt]

Just finished this game a few days ago, and I'd actually rate it a little bit higher than Zero Escape. While it's not nearly as ambitious in its sci-fi elements, the characterization is in a different league than that of those games, and the whole thing is infused with humour without detracting from the often dark subject matter. This game is flat-out amazing.

[@Hellspwn6]

@@Bavalt I really need to start this game. I haven't had the energy to start it since I bought it. Sounds even more refreshing after reading your comment.

[@bskilla4892]

This just reminded me, I would love to see Odin's Sphere on the Switch.

[@RaspberryHugs]

I recommend Eastshade. It's my favourite cosy game and practically no one talks about it. You are a painter whose mother passed away recently. She always talked about a place called Eastshade and how she can see you painting there. You decide to go there and paint the landscape in her memory. The game is first person and it's gorgeous. There are plenty of side quests too but it's not a character driven or even story driven game at all. The point of the game ultimately is to explore and paint Eastshade. It's such a relaxing and genuinely charming game. A tip though. Nights are freezing in Eastshade so you'll want to be at the Inn before nightfall UNTIL you get inside the city. The first thing you should aim to buy is the coat because it stops this problem.

[@Quizoid]

Black Paradox (Galaga-shooter), Steam World Quest (card-based RPG), Sayonara Wild Hearts (multi-genre/unclassifiable), Sky Force (Galaga-shooter), Transistor (RPG), Lovers in Dangerous Space Time (adventure?), Cat Quest (action RPG), #Breakforcist Battle (brick breaker) enjoy! :D

[@theinstantnoodle9628]

What a great selection of underlooked games. These are all definitely worth picking up.

[@krazyaust7720]

Death Road to Canada has never gotten the attention it deserves. I encourage you all to check it out!

[@jaythomas468]

KrazyAust I actually bought this game on sale for like $3 and it is definitely a charming “immersive sim”

[@viewtifuljon8105]

I picked up the physical copy from Play Asia. It's amazing fun and a game you can come back any time.

[@kevintaylor8621]

Here’s a few Demo’s I recommend checking out...DEEMO ,HAPPY BIRTHDAYS ,STRIKEY SISTERS and PICZLE COLORS 😃

[@jeremyrixon150]

This video is a hidden gem!

[@StevoDesign]

"Unlockable unlocks!" You don't say.

[@buckfella4030]

A bold move for a game feature indeed

[@vmbo]

Penguin Wars is reaaaaaally underrated. Saw a (Canadian?) physical copy in Taiwan years ago, but it's launch around the world was a mess. Bought it on sale in the EU shop and it's a blast.

[@SuperCosmicos]

So great to see Splasher make the top spot. As usual, I was preparing to comment "what about Splasher??" And BOOM there it is at the top! Great video!

[@hadinlemery9674]

Good list. I'd recommend Lucah: Born of a Dream. Really great art direction and fun gameplay.

[@JayWood2010]

Thank you. I've not heard of Lucah Born of a Dream. Loving these suggestions in the comments xD

[@Natss5429]

One game I think is not super underrated but most people don't remember when considering games is Overcooked 2! It is definitely a casual game, but it is soo much fun! Also, i recommend trying the demos for Cake bash and moving out! I am considering buying them, but playing the demo is very fun and gives you a good look at what they are like!

[@mrlavendertown8448]

This video is great for the fact that quarentine is going on all around and the switch has so many games to choose from that it's overwhelming. Thanks for the video.

[@randalfox7773]

Good list! Wuppo was a crazy favorite on the list. I could add The Final Station... It is a Weird fun game.

[@JayWood2010]

It truly is a shame that more people dont know about wuppo. I just found out recently myself that it was on the eshop. Game got no coverage at all it seems

[@renkohikawa7893]

One RPG and I guess it'd qualify as a beat-em-up that I have on the switch and actually enjoy is Dead or School. Combat actually feels very fluid and there is a great deal of challenge in both boss encounters and the occasional rare encounter. I'd say a couple of my nitpicks with the game are 1: XP Grinding takes FOREVER even by RPG standards I feel that XP is really only give out in large amounts in boss encounters and grinding on trash mobs takes too long 2: Loot dropped from enemies actually slides so if you kill an enemy and it's either on a slope or over a bottomless pit you actually can lose the drop

[@scottdorsch5149]

Gonna try this Wuppo. I’ll suggest Ittle Dew 2 as a somewhat hidden gem for those looking for a 2d Zelda fix.

[@JayWood2010]

Hope you enjoy it and thanks for the suggestion on Little Dew 2. I've not heard of that one so I will def go look that one up

[@chilly6470]

The first game I was going to suggest is Splasher but, I was so happy to see it included at the end. Absolutely amazing game! The Messenger is my second suggestion. Love that game...

[@marinapelissari3537]

The Messenger is fantastic!! I love to work listening to that soundtrack.

[@sunshinemishasmommy5352]

The game on this list that really caught my attention was "River City Girls"..it reminds me of the Double Dragon games I played as a kid,I loved those games..I'm going to be the proud owner of my very own Switch soon,and am looking for games to play on it..glad I came across this video 😁

[@nikkowhite7732]

It's an awesome game me and my wife play all the time you're in for some fun

[@RayOfTruth]

The Switch port of To the Moon is a bit better than the much more known PC version, being remade in a new engine with redone art and more content. The only drawback being that the free Sigmund Corp. Minisode DLC is only for the PC version so far.

[@Psykel]

Ron Gilbert is the mastermind behind Thimbleweed Park. He also created Maniac Mansion and Monkey Island, along with several other classic Lucas Arts point-and-click adventure games. It’s an awesome game!

[@1superstick]

I'd recommend Rabi Ribi. A cutesy bullet hell metroidvania that really shines with boss encounters that demand expert use of movement abilities to avoids enemy attacks and position yourself for counterattack. It even makes use of a dmc type performance meter that rewards the player with a damage boost that scales with the letter grade.

[@remongeurts9335]

Another hidden gem I recently found was Warlocks 2: God slayers. it is a metrovania style game where you ca choose between 5 different warlocks each with unique abilities. it's currently on sale in the nintendo eshop.

[@timredick2980]

I just got that game too! Loving the pyrodancer character

[@juanvirseda139]

Actually imo you should check out fight n rage, that would be the best beat em up on the nintendo switch for its complex combat yet accesible gameplay! Nice video by the way, keep it up!

[@3l3m3n]

Very nice list. I'm an avid watcher of Switch selection videos and this truly has a personal touch with a few hidden gems I was absolutely unaware of. Kudos!

[@TheLeetCasualGamer]

Just found a game called Aggelos yesterday by KZbin recommending me gameplay of it. Solid 2-d sidescrolling adventure game if you like Wonder Boy series or Zelda 2

[@capefury8731]

As a first time watcher, i really liked the vid dude. Well done. Just a note, maybe put the list at the end of your video or in the description as I am interested in some of the games but now I have to scroll through the vid to find them.

[@ch1mpschumpchange487]

A game I haven't seen anyone really talking about is Yuppie Psycho. It's a wonderful pixel horror game. The music in it is also extremely good, in my opinion.

[@justme-qd6qb]

I've been saving for a switch, I'll save this vid for later for sure since there are a lot of interesting games you talk about!

[@dynastymusou8906]

Did you get a Switch yet?

[@justme-qd6qb]

@@dynastymusou8906 yes :)

[@chrissy6693]

I love river city girls. It includes so many youtuber voices. I'm not much of a gamer but I loved this right away.

[@samuelmarquez829]

I scrolled down to take a screenshot of the list of games but... you don’t have them listed 🙁

[@kevintaylor8621]

Here’s some cheap games that are well worth the money:SHIPPED ,OPUS the day we found Earth ,SUPER ONE MORE JUMP and ASTRO BEARS PARTY 😃

[@roachesonly3072]

A game that is kinda like river city girls is street of rage and I also love the music it plays while you fight

[@JMichaelFox]

I was really hoping you could make a list for indies/hidden gems exclusive to the switch if possible. Most of these are playable on other platforms.

[@Braindeadevilash]

I'm surprised you didn't mention Downwell, Membrane and Astro Duel. Downwell has you jumping down a well (duh) with "gun boots" to rain fire on enemies and such to make your way to the bottom. Membrane is a great puzzle game with a unique shooting to build bridges and such mechanic. and Astro Duel is like if Astroids had a deathmatch mode vs 4 players. Great party game. I believe I had bought AD and Membrane for under 10 cent.

[@joleenquack]

WILL: A Wonderful World is definitely a fun one. It's a puzzle game based on words, where changing the positions of sentences or even a single word can change an entire timeline! You should check it out ^_^

[@saysoun752]

Looks like we have the same taste in videogames as I've bought most of these.

[@gibbmusic]

My addition: Golf Story. a nice little mix of RPG and golf.

[@nithorias9622]

It's on sale right now and I'm thinking of picking it up, but still unsure xD

[@gibbmusic]

@@nithorias9622 Honestly it's worth it, especially if you like the older golf games like Hot Shots Golf with some JRPG elements tossed in.

[@118bone]

Katana zero and blasphemous are not hidden gems. Every switch reviewer has ranted about them a lot already. Great video still!

[@beat26]

I really enjoyed Mr. Shifty. Such a fun game with a very well executed mechanic. Highly recommend.

[@AGDesigns123]

Nuclear Throne - twin stick shooter Rogue-like. VERY challenging, fast paces, funny Caveblazers - an awesome tough pixel Rogue-like. Nuclear Throne-ish vibes but a side scrolling slasher, feeling a bit like Spelunky Children of Morta - not sure if really a hidden gem, but quite fun with great narration and story.

[@marinapelissari3537]

Caveblazers is awesome, if you like it try also Wizard of legend

[@quintopia]

This is a good list. I've only heard of half of them and only played one. I'd like to add Knights and Bikes now that it has a Switch port. Those who liked Flipping Death or Blossom Tales should probably enjoy it.

[@cheyennehawes]

You have a very soothing voice

[@JayWood2010]

Thank, I appreciate that.

[@Daebiya]

Ashen's the best game on this list. I wish I could beat the final boss though :(

[@Lyle-dc5ki]

how come?

[@Daebiya]

Lyle so I can beat the game

[@deflemm]

Splasher is great! Thanks for the recommendation! :) And it is on sale right now!

[@Viz79]

Brilliant list. I would recommend Tesla vs Lovecraft for a great twin stick shooter too. Slay the Spire is a great card based strategy game too.

[@melanieaudet]

Not to mention that FLIPPING DEATH is hilarious and makes me giggle when I play it!

[@JWL216]

River city girls is an awesome game. I wish I got the limited run physical copy of it.

[@Oso_Thiccck]

I was looking for more games to download ( got a switch 2 weeks ago n only have Animal crossing and smash ) I can think of maybe 5 more games that I would want but all 5 would cost $60 each. This really helped and I appreciate it

[@dielonian]

Goetia is one of the best puzzzle/point and click adventure games that I've played. It's. Mechanics are super well tuned for the switch, and it gives hours of slightly counterintuitive puzzles, and is based on a 16th century book written about summoning demons to our world. I can't sell it any better than that Oh, and you can talk to a giant bird

[@davidpaillet9739]

Thanks for the video. Finally a hidden gems video, with actual hidden gems in it ;)

[@JayWood2010]

Glad you enjoyed the video and I hope you find some games you like from this list :)

[@maxmorgan3370]

I think I definitely want to check out Blossom Tales and Katana Zero, neither of which I'd heard of until this video! I've also been interested in Thimbleweed Park for a while now, so that's on my list also. Thanks a lot for the video!

[@WillKhami]

Half of these games I own and the other half I haven't even heard about. I'll definitely be playing the ones I missed. Thank you for the video.

[@KIrvin_The_Scholar]

You are doing God's work my friend. Came across this video from the new part 2 you recently posted. What about the messenger or cyber shadow? Looking for a solid ninja title

[@kevintaylor8621]

Really glad you mentioned Assault Android Cactus (Amazing game)...Wuppo looks cool...here’s a few other hidden gems...SUMER ,ARMELLO ,SHIPPED, BIG TOURNAMENT GOLF (aka Neo Turf Masters) ,STRIKEY SISTERS ,BOMB CHICKEN ,WILMOTS WAREHOUSE ,GRACEFUL EXPLOSION MACHINE , JUST SHAPES & BEATS and GLASS MASQUERADE 1 & 2😃

[@JayWood2010]

Nice little list you have there and some that I will have to check out myself

[@radonryder]

Dude all of these games look solid. Thank you.

[@kevintaylor8621]

Ridrid also SKYFORCE & SKYFORCE RELOADED are 2 of the best shoot em ups on Switch and ASTRO BEARS PARTY is a cool cheap multiplayer game😃

[@marinapelissari3537]

Caveblazers and wizard of legend are very challenging 64-bits roguelikes.

[@Benji-Lindz]

Wow!! Great video. I half expected to know all the games on this list, but I just added a bunch of games to my wish list that I had never heard of. Thank you so much! Also, could not agree more about Katana Zero. So friggin amazing :)

[@nachoquesoso947]

number 6 Flipping death its like a next game from "Stick it to the man", in fact, the character that ask for super glue it's the main character from that game xD

[@cassiodvieira]

If you're a fan of Pokemon games, then a hidden gem I recommend is "Nexomon: Extinction"; a game that made up for the disappointment that was SWSH.

[@JetSetBubz]

I didn't know about most of these games and they all look great! Thanks for the awesome list and superb content!

[@oppositecatchyghost8025]

You mentioned Flipping Death, yay! That game was really cool to find on my own.

[@aaronatkinson3050]

Yeath flipping is just funny but also pretty dark for an Nintendo game because the main theme is death

[@jean-pierrejoubert6140]

HoPiKo. It's cheap and can be super challenging, but it's a great game and tons of fun to kill time with.

[@Jay-op5cx]

There's also west of loathing. At fist glance, it looks very undeveloped, but it's one heck of an rpg.

[@segagirladventurespico]

Amazing games but is it only e shop games? Any physical copy games?

[@patrickdicaprio6778]

Ape Out is one of the best switch games. Absolutely recommended. What about Into The Breach??

[@gasjebasje99]

You had me at the thumbnail

[@onelasada1707]

Me too and I am enjoyong River City Girls.

[@xreev0x]

First 3 games are pretty well known, but the rest do fly under the radar. Several of which I never really looked into myself.

[@mjedi7401]

Great list! River city girls caught my eye.

[@FlashPulse]

Katana Zero is the best game I have played in a very long time. :)

[@marinapelissari3537]

I felt the same. Beautiful art, very interesting story.

[@wafflequiz4967]

What an original idea. Can't wait to see a "best of switch games" list! Good choice of games though

[@ruf19r13]

The Sexy Brutale is a real hidden gem. Highly recommend.

[@barrygeraghty1658]

Moonlighter and The Forager are 2 great games no one really talks about and Nippon Marathon is a really fun Party game it hilarious with friends and family and they all have physical releases in the UK

[@darklordsen1]

If you add the time next to the buy link viewers can skip to each game. This would save us all a massive amount of time. Most of us already know which ones we are interested in and want to see first. For example the only game I wanted to check out in this was @ 2:30

[@Anazsand]

I cant recommend Fast RMX enough, great F Zero feel to It. But maybe Redout could be a better substitute? It is very similar, but doesnt have the color changing mechanics that I feel are cool but sometimes you just wanna run and not think about anything else And PLEASE give Rune Factory 4 Special a chance. Its got the farming from harvest moon and improves it, and a cast of super likeable characters, combat is fun and the monster taming is great. The complete farming simulador dream package

[@JayWood2010]

Redout is another good one. I was actually debating on which one to include on this list as both are great FZero/Wipeout alternatives

[@michelleg2749]

I love Blossom Tales, they need to make a second one.

[@calebb7012]

A lot of these are really well known. Katana Zero and River City Girls won 100s of awards. How is that a hidden gems list?!

[@jaythomas468]

Sorry but I feel like a good number of these like Blasphemous, Katana Zero, Fast RMX, etc. aren’t really that “hidden” if you keep up with the Switch Indie Directs. Two games I really liked that I consider “hidden gems:” Exception - plays like N++ or Super Meat Boy but with a cool neon “Tron-like” aesthetic. It also has a story that I initially didn’t give a shit about and only seemed like it’s there as a means to push the gameplay but has an AMAZING final twist The Friends of Ringo Ishikawa - it’s like River City Ransom meets Persona life-management sim meets Animal Crossing and I loved it

[@0utrunner237]

Homie you can't mention beat em ups and _NOT_ have Fight'n Rage on that list!! By far the _best_ beat em up on the Switch and I'd even rank it as a contender against some of the all time classics.

[@verp177]

Good video! I also feel like "forgotten Anne" is another game ppl sleep on, you should really try it

[@bronwynknox3605]

Verp 17 I came here to say this! Forgotton Anne was the first game I played on switch and I ADORED the orchestra soundtrack and hand animation alongside the play forming, world building, and choose your own adventure vibes!

[@nathanaelcard]

Nice. I've got Ashen and Splasher on my wishlist now. For hilarious, bullet hell platforming check out BroForce. For a fun Towerfall-like 2D arena with bullet-time mechanics, check out Retimed

[@danielcontrerasgonzalez4520]

This videos have been quite useful! thanks man

[@astripedgoon6579]

I'm going to check out Wuppo. Two other hidden gems on the Switch would be Heart and Slash, and Zarvot

[@D00M3R-SK8]

Yes, splasher. was so glad to see that at number. was one of the first switch games I got, it's amazing.

[@horror_punk_gamer9932]

EARTHWORMS is a fun point & click title I picked up for 10cents literally, mad age and this guy was also 10-15cents, it's for bomberman fans!!! GREAT LIST, LOVE INDIES!!!

[@DajuOnYoutube]

It recently came out and are like maybe a little bit more than what you typically think of as indie at ~$30 but: *Rock of ages 3!* Edit: a few others *Steamworld Heist* *Battlechasers* *Pixeljunk Monsters 2*

[@jaredquick1313]

How come no one ever talks about "in celebration of violence"? It is such a bad ass game and it was made by a single dude by him self and it's has more heart put into it then a whole team could make happen. All time fav game hella

[@skunkyrocky4166]

Excellent list. Looking forward to checking out your other content. Thanks.