The Best Kids Games on Nintendo Switch 2023

Among contemporary games, it can sometimes seem they’re mostly made for a more mature audience. This is reflected in both their content and the tone of the stories they tell. Ultimately, it also applies to the gameplay itself and creating it in such a way that it fits into the generally understood cinematic nature of games.

Nintendo, which still focuses primarily on gameplay, breaks out of this trend, so their productions often lack realism. Here, the creators can let your imagination run wild, and thus easily make something that will also be attractive to the youngest audience, at least in theory. Here is a list of ten, best kids games available on Nintendo Switch.

Kirby and the Forgotten Land

Kirby, the biggest glutton among gaming characters, has been with Nintendo for many years. This is one of their showcase characters. The first installment appeared in 1992 on the iconic GameBoy. Kirby's Dream Land was a relaxing and enjoyable game, and last year's Kirby and the Forgotten Land is no different. It is also proof that even a post-apocalypse can be charming and friendly to a child's imagination.

Our pink ball wakes up among the ruins of an ancient civilization and quickly learns that its allies are being held captive by sinister creatures. So, it sets out to save them. Unlike its predecessors, the game features more open levels, so the gameplay itself offers greater freedom. The core of the game still resembles the classic installments, so most of the time players need to overcome obstacles and absorb opponents (sometimes acquiring their special powers in the process). The low difficulty level and general accessibility mean that even less experienced players will be able to complete the game. In addition, there is also a simplified co-op mode, so you can actively accompany your child while playing.

Animal Crossing: New Horizons

Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a great way to relax, also when it comes to the youngest players. The whole thing is about living on a picturesque island with cute, anthropomorphic animals. From the beginning, the player's goal is to build a village from scratch. The system responsible for this gives you complete freedom, which in turn enables you to let your imagination run free and express creativity.

The game may seem overly wordy to children, because there’s a lot of story content here, but nothing stands in the way of not worrying about it and indulging in relaxing fun. And there's plenty to do in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. In addition to building, there are a lot of side activities, including fishing, planting plants or catching live specimens for the local museum or your own house. In addition, the game world reflects the weather and time of day from the real world, as well as ongoing holidays, which adds even more charm.

Super Mario Odyssey

No list of Nintendo games is complete without Super Mario. The mustachioed plumber has long been an inseparable icon not only of the company itself, but also of pop culture in general. There are few characters that span so many console generations, and Nintendo itself does a lot in the way of ensuring that this situation does not change. That's why Super Mario Odyssey has a low entry threshold and can work perfectly as entertainment for the youngest players (also due to a large number of all available assists).

Unlike previous installments, the action of the game also takes place in the "real" world. Mario travels the universe in order to save Princess Peach from an unwanted marriage to the villainous Bowser, the main antagonist in the series. This is one of the best games released on Nintendo Switch, because we have many fun elements, among them the hero's iconic hat, which now has unique abilities.

Yoshi's Crafted World

Yoshi is another iconic and charming creature that has been accompanying players who choose Nintendo consoles for many years. In addition, the game features a nice graphic design, which at first glance signals that it is perfect for children. After all, it’s maintained in a style associated with kindergartens.

Yoshi's Crafted World is a typical platform game in which we jump a lot, throw eggs at opponents and find hidden secrets to uncover as many gold coins as possible. This is another game that features a low level of difficulty After taking advantage of numerous assists, Yoshi gets e.g. wings, and the collectibles themselves are much more visible. Traversing the levels in this way is much more enjoyable and can be an introduction to the adventure with games in general.

Minecraft

Minecraft is a phenomenon that started back in 2011. Since then, it has been an example that video games are a great medium for expressing creativity of kids and grownups. Creation is the focus of the entire fun here. The creative mode will be the most suitable for a child, as it allows focusing on fulfilling visions without stress.

The game world is one, big sandbox. We travel through locations and collect materials that will be used in the construction of subsequent structures. It can be anything from a cottage to entire cities. If your child shows extraordinary creativity, they should love playing the production of Mojang Studios.

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

Mario Kart 8 originally appeared on the WiiU console in 2014 and delighted the whole world. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is an improved version of this hit, which, in addition to the base content, offers access to all add-ons, as well as completely new tracks and previously unavailable characters. There is no better title when it comes to racing games also for the youngest.

You don't have to worry that your child won't be able to cope with the challenge. The game has a relatively low difficulty level and offers many additional facilities – like many other Nintendo games. There’s no shortage of split-screen multiplayer, so you can play together with your kids.

Just Dance 2023

Just Dance is a series whose consecutive installments get increasingly popular. It’s no different with the latest, fourteenth part, Just Dance 2023. It has a much clearer interface, thanks to which everyone can find themselves in it, and thus – it’s easier to create your own playlists with your favorite songs. There is a lot to choose from, from Lady Gaga, through Justin Bieber or to Linkin Park.

Just Dance 2023, due to its nature, engages the whole body, and as you know, physical activity can be incredibly beneficial. The whole thing is about dancing to the hints displayed on the screen – our performance is then scored. If it sounds fun and simple, that’s because it is. The game features a kids mode with easy choreographies.

Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker

Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker is another platformer on this list. However, this is a game that has been additionally enriched with elements known from puzzle games. We explore relatively small levels and look for ways to find secrets and solutions to subsequent puzzles. Added to this is avoiding traps and hostile creatures. All in various locations and with many interesting ideas.

Charming visuals, a nice protagonist and general accessibility make this game a great production for children. If that wasn't enough, there's also a local co-op mode, which means double the fun in good company.

Nintendo Labo VR Kit

Nintendo Labo VR Kit is difficult to clearly define as a game. This is an unusual set that, thanks to cardboard elements, allows you to build all kinds of objects and gadgets – such as vehicles or robots. The Nintendo Switch console itself serves as an interactive manual, and then a means to use the created structures in games intended for this purpose.

The youngest recipients will need help with construction, but this is where a large part of the fun lies. Help in assembling more gadgets is a great way to spend time together while educating your kid in an interesting way. With a similar project, Nintendo once again proved that in some respects it is leagues above anyone else.

LEGO Marvel Super Heroes

LEGO Marvel Super Heroes is a combination of two extremely popular franchises – because apart from the bricks themselves, the world is also conquered by Marvel. In this family game, we can play as some of the most popular superheroes – Captain America, Thor or Spider-Man. The comic team will come to save the world.

In terms of gameplay, it follows the well-known LEGO formula, which has been supervised by the esteemed Traveller's Tales studio for years – true masters in their field. While playing, we travel through various locations, collect lego bricks, fight enemies and solve simple puzzles. The game can be played in co-op and features many universal gags. If you like the game and want more, there is also a sequel and many other installments using other pop-culture franchises.

Ooblets

Ooblets is a charming and quite unusual open-world farming simulator. An important part of the game is not only growing plants and taking care of the farm, but also raising the titular creatures and solving the problems of the town. Added to this is dancing duels with the participation of ooblets in turn-based clashes.

Each activity related to taking care of the farm requires energy resources – we will supplement these with food that we can prepare ourselves or buy. In a break from dance duels, we can explore a vast world, take part in mini-games and find interesting items. The whole thing is completely devoid of violence and this is one of the factors that make the game suitable for children. Another reason is the charming graphics.

Chicory: A Colorful Tale

Chicory: A Colorful Tale is largely a coloring book, and that alone should be a good recommendation for a parent looking for a good game for their child. The main character of this game is a dog named Pizza. It wields a magic brush that gains more and more abilities over time. We spend most of the time in the game painting the surroundings – in this way, we restore the land to its former colors and solve simple puzzles.

Chicory: A Colorful Tale tells the story of the search for a missing artist. The titular Chicory has disappeared without a trace, and the dark forest located near Picnic Province has absorbed all the colors, and this is not good for the inhabitants. So, the brave dog sets out to restore the town to its former glory. As players, we can encounter over 100 side characters, many additional tasks (including art classes), and play in cooperation mode.

Disney Dreamlight Valley

Disney Dreamlight Valley is an unusual combination of a life simulator and an adventure game, all in the Disney and Pixar universe. The character created by us will have to restore order and former splendor to the titular land. The previous idyll was interrupted by a great misfortune in the form of a cataclysm called Oblivion. Iconic characters from numerous movies began to lose all memories.

During the game, we travel through various locations that refer to specific Disney or Pixar movies. There, we face various challenges, and often solve puzzles. The rescued characters will return to Dreamlight Valley, where we can spend time together – for example by fishing with Goofy. We also have to rebuild the land, which involves erecting new buildings and decorating the surroundings.