We already published the list of best Switch games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best Switch sandbox games of all time.
With amazing titles available, the Switch definitely has a great library of sandbox games.
So, if you’re a fan of both the Switch and sandbox 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.
#5. Happy Birthdays
- Release Data: Arc System Works, 2018
- Genre: Action Adventure » Sandbox
Happy Birthdays is a unique sandbox game that allows players to shape and nurture the development of a virtual world.
Players are tasked with guiding the evolution of the world and its inhabitants by making various decisions that affect the environment and its ecosystem.
All in all, it is a unique and engaging gameplay experience that is both creative and educational.
#4. Terraria
- Release Data: Pipeworks Software, Inc./505 Games, 2019
- Genre: Action Adventure » Sandbox
Terraria is a sandbox-style game that has gained a huge following since its release.
And one of the best things about Terraria is the sheer amount of content it offers.
The game also has a multiplayer mode, which allows players to join forces with friends and take on the challenges together.
Overall, Terraria is a fantastic game that offers hours of entertainment.
#3. Dragon Quest Builders
- Release Data: Square Enix, 2018
- Genre: Action Adventure » Sandbox
This game borrows gameplay mechanics from Minecraft and uses them to flesh out its world.
Like Minecraft, you’ll spend time gathering resources from a variety of locations and use them to build up bases, towns, and other buildings.
Overall, this game does a great job taking the exciting world of Dragon Quest and injecting it with a good dose of creativity.
#2. Dragon Quest Builders 2
- Release Data: Square Enix, 2019
- Genre: Action Adventure » Sandbox
This title combines elements of role-playing games and building games, allowing players to explore a vast world and use their imagination to create structures and landscapes.
It includes all of the content from the original release, online multiplayer and additional building materials.
Overall, it is a great game for fans of building games and Dragon Quest fans looking for something different.
#1. Minecraft: Switch Edition
- Release Data: 4J Studios/Mojang AB, 2017
- Genre: Action Adventure » Sandbox
Minecraft is easily one of the most popular games of all time, and the Nintendo Switch is the perfect home for this creative adventure.
In the game, you explore randomly generated worlds, collecting resources and building your own inventions.
This version of the game features Nintendo specific game elements, allowing you to recreate scenes from your favorite Nintendo games.
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