We already published the list of best Switch games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best Switch open world games of all time.
With amazing titles available, the Switch definitely has a great library of open world games.
So, if you’re a fan of both the Switch and open world games, there’s a chance you’ll like this list.
And some of you may already know some of the games mentioned in this list.
#10. EVERSPACE: Stellar Edition
- Release Data: ROCKFISH Games, 2018
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
One of the standout features of this title is its procedurally generated environments, which means that every time you play, you’ll have a unique experience.
This, combined with the game’s challenging difficulty, ensures that there is always something new to discover and overcome.
Overall, if you’re a fan of space games, it is definitely worth checking this out on the Switch.
#9. Darksiders: Warmastered Edition
- Release Data: Nordic Games Publishing/THQ Nordic, 2019
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
All in all, Darksiders: Warmastered Edition is a great port of a good game.
While it’s not necessarily innovative, it is well executed and uniquely presented, something that still holds up well years since its original release.
In any case, Darksiders: Warmastered Edition is a great game that’s worth experiencing on the Switch.
#8. Darksiders II: Deathinitive Edition
- Release Data: Gunfire Games/THQ Nordic, 2019
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
This game is a remastered version of the original Darksiders II, which was released in 2012.
The game features fast-paced combat, a variety of weapons and abilities to unlock, and an open world environment to explore.
If you’re a fan of open world games or action RPGs and haven’t played Darksiders II before, it’s definitely worth checking out.
#7. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – The Master Trials
- Release Data: Nintendo, 2017
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
There’s a reason this DLC is called the “Master Trials.”
It’s heavily focused on challenging combat, with a few cosmetic rewards.
If that’s your forte, you’ll find the design of Master Mode and Trial of the Sword to your liking.
In the end, it’s not a new adventure, but it will do just fine.
#6. L.A. Noire
- Release Data: Virtuos/Rockstar Games, 2017
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
All in all, L.A. Noire is still an enjoyable story-driven action-adventure game with an incredible atmosphere
The story is engaging, the investigations are fun, the world is deep and immersive, and the interrogations are truly unique.
Even with the slight performance woes, the game is very impressive on Switch, especially in handheld mode.
#5. Blossom Tales: The Sleeping King
- Release Data: Castle Pixel, LLC./FDG Entertainment, 2017
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
The game follows the story of Lily, a knight of the Blossom Kingdom, as she embarks on a quest to save the king from a deep sleep.
Along the way, players will explore a vast and beautifully designed world filled with secrets, puzzles, and challenging bosses.
Overall, it is a fantastic game that fans of classic action-adventure games will love.
#4. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – The Champions’ Ballad
- Release Data: Nintendo, 2017
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
This expansion for Breath of the Wild features a bunch of fun and exciting content.
Besides the new weapons and locations, you can now deck out your trusty steed with some new armor, as well as equip a variety of fun new costumes.
Most exciting of all, Link can now speed through Hyrule using the Master Cycle Zero, a powerful motorcycle.
#3. The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening
- Release Data: GREZZO/Nintendo, 2019
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
This beautiful Switch remake adds modern conveniences, a dungeon creator, amiibo support and lots of little quality of life improvements whilst infusing every single square inch of Koholint with a level of detail and depth that totally reinvigorates both its timeless story and classic Zelda gameplay for a whole new generation of gamers.
#2. Iconoclasts
- Release Data: MP2 Games/Bifrost Entertainment, 2018
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
The game follows the story of Robin, a mechanic who must embark on a journey to uncover the truth behind a mysterious power source.
Along the way, she meets a cast of characters and battles enemies using her wrench and a variety of weapons.
If you want a game that will keep you entertained for hours, Iconoclasts is worth checking out.
#1. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
- Release Data: Nintendo, 2017
- Genre: Action Adventure » Open-World
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is a landmark release for its franchise and Nintendo.
It’s the first time that Nintendo has truly taken on the open-world genre and embraces some strengths from top-of-the-class games while also forging its own identity.
And although this game is a revolution for the franchise, the Zelda essence is still there.
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