Nintendo has always been known for having stellar games with tight and engaging gameplay. They also have a history of producing delicious multiplayer games, many of which are perfect for family and friends of all ages. 2021 has been a good year for Nintendo fans, and the Nintendo Switch library has gained plenty of fantastic multiplayer games. We've compiled a list of some of the best multiplayer Switch games of 2021, check it out below!
Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain
Ever wanted to prove you're smarter than your friends and exercise your big brain? So Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain is the perfect game for you! Up to four players can get together and compete in a series of activities to see which brain is the best.
Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain is perfect for the whole family as each player can set their difficulty so kids and adults can compete on equal footing. In addition to competing against friends and family, you can see how you stack up against players around the world in Ghost Clash mode. You can also unlock outfits for your in-game avatar to customize them!
The Jackbox Party Pack 8
The Jackbox series needs no introduction when it comes to multiplayer games. The Jackbox Party Pack 8 is the eighth installment in a wacky and fun series. This party pack includes five new games with you and your friends dying of laughter. A central selling point for this game is that you need to play with a smartphone and an internet connection! Even better, you can play with up to 10 players and 10 spectators. So have fun in the crazy and creative games of The Jackbox Party Pack 000.
Just Dance 2022
The Just Dance series has been a staple for all recent Nintendo consoles, and Just Dance 2022 is moving to Nintendo Switch. There are 40 new tracks in Just Dance 2022 with chart-topping hits and more. Players can dance together to their favorite songs and get a stellar workout too! Families can also enjoy the game, as there is a kids mode with kid-friendly songs and choreography. If you're looking to do digital moves, then Just Dance 2022 is for you!
Mario Golf: Super Rush
Mario certainly has a lot of talent for a plumber. He also has a lot of friends, which makes Mario Golf: Super Rush the perfect game to play with your friends! Hit the greens, take part in regular golf and speed golf with your friends. There are many characters to choose from and many varied courses to play a round of golf. Mario Golf: Super Rush even includes a ranked mode where you can get cool rewards such as new colors for Yoshi. This sports game is the perfect way to get active indoors with your friends.
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Mario Party Superstars
If there was a game series that tests the limits of friendship, it would be Mario Party Superstars. This reimagining of classic Mario Party games borrows boards and minigames from the Nintendo 64 era of Mario Party games and gives them an HD facelift! So you can relive classic moments from your childhood with your friends. For the first in the series, you can now fully play Mario Party online and locally. There are 100 mini-games to play as you and your friends navigate the beautiful Mario Party Superstars boards. Remember not to take your frustration out on your friends!
Overcooked! all you can eat
Yelling at your friends has never been more fun than in Overcook! All you can eat. This frenetic cooperative game will have you, together with your friends, preparing delicious dishes and disasters in the kitchen without burning down your houses! Overcooked! All You Can Eat features both Overcooked and Overcooked 2 and new levels, new chefs, and new mayhem. Players can also enjoy various game modes trying not to catch fire or cut their finger. Up to four players can play Overcooked! All you can eat means you have to gather friends and have fun!
Shiny Diamond and Shiny Pearl Pokémon
The Pokémon series needs no introduction and since its inception has had a multiplayer aspect to it. Although the games are mostly single-player, you can trade and battle with your friends in person or online to see who the real Pokémon Master is! Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl are HD remakes of the original Pokémon Diamond and Pearl. Players can relive moments from their childhood or have a first experience. There are plenty of Pokémon to capture and befriend as you complete your Pokédex. Make sure you have a good team before taking on your friends, and don't forget to trade with them for their exclusive builds!
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Pokemon United
For the first time, the Pokémon series entered the MOBA genre. Players can go top, bottom, or middle as their favorite Pokemon, while trying to dunk into the opposing team. So gather your friends, communicate and work together to make sure you win and defeat Zapdos. Don't forget to trigger your Unite moves! You'll also need to make sure you and your partner Pokémon look your best with unique cosmetics and holowear. You can even coordinate your appearance with your friends and look like a united team!
Super Mario 3D World + Bower's Fury
Super Mario 3D World is one of the best games on Wii U, and Nintendo has brought this delightful game to the Nintendo Switch and more! This port includes new content in Bowser's Fury, bringing even more cooperative fun to the game. But the real multiplayer experience is in the base game where you and three of your friends can play as Mario, Luigi, Peach, Toad or Rosalina in a great adventure! There are many different worlds and levels to explore with plenty of collectibles to find. So run, jump, and toss your friends into oblivion (or maybe don't the latter) while you play one of the best Mario games out there.
Warioware: Gather Together
It's time to get weird with Warioware: Get It Together! Grab up to three friends and play over 200 wacky microgames. These are lightning-fast mini-games that will test your friends to see who is the best player! Okay, maybe not the best, but you'll still want to win. There are a variety of characters to choose from and multiple game modes to keep everyone entertained. You don't have any friends? No problem! You can play against complete strangers online in Wario Cup to show off your skills. Warioware: Get It Together is a great time and you and your friends will be looking forward to the next session.
It can be difficult to decide which game to pick up when you have friends over, but you can't go wrong with any of the games above. The Nintendo Switch is a great console for local gaming, but you can also connect online and play with your friends when you can't get together! No matter what game you're playing, you'll have a great time as long as you're playing with friends.
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