2022 has flashed by in the blink of an eye and as we head towards the final few weeks of the year, we're still being treated to some fantastic games to enjoy on Switch.
It's not the busiest holiday season we've ever seen, but November and December still have plenty of games worth checking out. You'll find a selection of featured titles hand-picked by us below, as well as lots of other games and accessories that are launching over the next couple of months. Have a browse and see if anything takes your fancy!
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Harvestella - 4th November
The latest life-sim RPG from Square Enix, Harvestella arrives as a Switch console exclusive on 4th November.
This one has you tending to your crops, making friends, taking on enemies in "dynamic" combat and more while exploring the game's world through changing seasons. Perhaps the most intriguing part of all, however, is the game's underlying plot, where you'll be tasked with unravelling the mystery of 'Quietus', the season of death. Ooer.
You can learn all about the game here if you'd like more info, or grab a copy for yourself below.
Sonic Frontiers - 8th November
One of the most intriguing Sonic titles in a good while is speeding onto Switch very soon indeed, as Sonic Frontiers launches for the system on 8th November.
With an all-new 'open-zone platforming' system at its core, as well as a fancy battle system and skill tree to contend with, Frontiers takes Sonic in a rather different direction than we're used to. He's stranded on an ancient island and is in search of missing Chaos emeralds, but you'll need to help him take on hordes of enemies as you explore the game's five islands to find them.
If you want to learn more before securing a pre-order, make sure to check out our hands-on impressions with the game.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet - 18th November
Making us feel even older than we already do, Pokémon Scarlet & Violet introduces the franchise's ninth generation on 18th November.
This time around, trainers are invited to explore the brand new Paldea region, finding new people and Pokémon along the way. Promising a "sprawling land of vast open spaces" to discover, the new games appear to be heading in a more modern direction, allowing players to go freely back and forth between three different story routes and even take on the eight Gyms spread across the region in any order. More pre-order options for this one can be found here.
![Pokémon Violet [Download Code - UK/EU]](https://images.nintendolife.com/products/21241/100x100.png)
![Pokémon Scarlet [Download Code - UK/EU]](https://images.nintendolife.com/products/21242/100x100.png)
Dragon Quest Treasures - 9th December
Who wants more Dragon Quest spin-offs? We want more Dragon Quest spin-offs!
Yes, on 9th December, Square Enix is set to launch Dragon Quest Treasures. The game stars Dragon Quest XI's Erik and Mia – well, young versions of the pair to be exact – and takes place in the mysterious land of Draconia. Expect to be racing over open fields, scaling cliffs, and gliding over gaping chasms to search for that titular treasure.
Erik and his sister Mia live on a Viking longship, dreaming of the day they can explore the world in search of grand treasure. One night they encounter a pair of otherworldly creatures, Porcus and Purrsula, and are whisked away to a mysterious place known as Draconia - a legendary land full of treasures just waiting to be discovered. The adventure Erik and Mia have always dreamed of is finally underway!
Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion - 13th December
An HD remaster of Final Fantasy VII's prequel, Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion lands on Switch on 13th December.
This new remaster includes all new HD graphics, renewed 3D models, an improved battle system, fully voiced dialogue in English and Japanese, as well as a newly arranged soundtrack from the original composer, Takeharu Ishimoto. You can relive Zack Fair's tale and learn all about his connection to Final Fantasy star Cloud below.
More Upcoming Switch Games For November And December 2022
As well as the highlighted games above, there are plenty of Switch retail games that could pique your interest over the coming weeks...
![SympathyKiss [Special Edition] (Limited Edition)](https://images.nintendolife.com/products/21074/300x300.jpg)
![SpongeBob: Krusty Cook-Off [Extra Krusty Edition]](https://images.nintendolife.com/products/21078/300x300.jpg)
New Accessories For Your Switch
And finally, below you'll find a selection of Switch accessories coming up soon. Be sure to consult our Switch buyer's guides if you're looking for anything in particular:
- Nintendo Switch Micro SD Cards - Best Cards & Cheapest Prices
- Best Switch Portable Chargers, Batteries And Power Banks
- Best Nintendo Switch Wired And Wireless Headsets
- Best Nintendo Switch Controllers
- Best Nintendo Switch Accessories
- Where To Buy Nintendo Switch eShop Credit, Gift Cards And Online Membership
So that's it for November and December — did we miss anything? Let us know with a comment and tell us if you've pre-ordered any of these goodies!
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Between Tactics Ogre and Persona 5 that I recently adquired, I think I'm set for a while.
Sonic Frontiers is coming a lot sooner than expected.
However, with SEGA's track record of subpar Sonic releases on Switch hardware, and putting Denuvo in their PC releases, it may be a while before I play it.
Unless the Switch version turns out to be acceptable performance.
9th Dawn III is getting a physical?!?! Flipping heck! That's amazing! A bit late, but... it's a wonderful game, I absolutely loved it. It's a bit like old school Ultima meets Diablo. I wonder if the game has been updated? Is it US only? Let's have a look...
EDIT: Ah... it's Limited Run. 2,000 copies. Looks like US only.
Wow I want that Witch on the Holy Night.. love the artsyle. Waiting patiently for World End Phenomenon...
List is light for sure but I went through and found about 3-5 titles I’d get, mostly all from the latter “other” section.
I still am upset about the weird wheel thing going on with these new Pokémon games. I’m still getting Scarlet but… like.. it has wheels which is weird but then to find out it doesn’t even use them. :: insert Eric Wareheim mind blown .gif ::
One of my choice.
Hoping there'll be a demo for Crisis Core, I need to know for myself how it plays on Switch and PS4, so I can decide which to go for (if at all).
Big fan of the original and still have it on PSP, so it needs to feel worth it
I'm just dying to sink my teeth back into Tactics Ogre!!!
The 11th can't get here fast enough
Looking forward to Atari Collection for sure…. Maybe Tactics Ogre and Harvestella
@Anti-Matter 😭
Can’t wait for Pokémon. If it can possibly top Arceus, it will be my Switch game of the year. If it doesn’t, well, there was Arceus already anyway! I’m truly excited to play Violet.
As far as anything else, Tactics Ogre, I’ll see you at Christmas, I’m sure. When you’re an adult, sometimes you deliberately put something on your Christmas list that you’d otherwise buy yourself for the sake of getting a good gift and saving money that will otherwise be invested into getting gifts for other adults that do the same thing.
@PessitheMystic
No need to have negative impression with my game choices.
Every peoples are different.
I have my own interest.
Whatever games I pick, they are interesting for me.
I mentioned in the other article that I planned on getting both Pokémon Scarlet and Sonic Frontiers. Having said that, I forgot about Cuphead which is another must-buy for me.
Notably missing from this list Cave's classic arcade shmup AKAI KATANA, set for release December 15th. https://www.play-asia.com/akai-katana-shin-multi-language/13/70fmzr
There have been stronger holiday seasons, but the list has a nice variety of popular games so hopefully there is something for most people. I am 98% getting the new Pokemon game. I'm also interested in Sonic Frontiers and Dragon Quest Treasures but unless they review out of this world I'll save my pennies for now and maybe get on sale later.
Let's see. Tales of Symphonia is a February 2023 release. And I already have Crysis trilogy digitally and physically, and It Takes Two. So the ones I'm getting this month and next are as follows:
Pile it on top of the recent onslaught:
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