Best Action Nintendo Switch Puzzle Games in 2026

Catch ghosts and solve puzzles to rescue Mario and friends in the Last Resort hotel; Each floor of this towering hotel is themed, from the décor to the puzzles to the boss

Utilize the functions of the all-new Poltergust G-00: Pummel ghosts with a Slam, break through defenses with the Suction Shot, and blow back groups with a Burst

Luigi can call upon and control Gooigi, his all-green doppelganger, who can do what Luigi can’t; Gooigi can slip through tight spaces, walk on spikes, and help Luigi overcomes obstacles

A new paper-crafted Mario adventure unfolds on Nintendo Switch.

The kingdom has been ravaged by an origami menace. Join Mario and his new partner, Olivia, as they battle evil Folded Soldiers, repair the damaged landscape, and try to free Princess Peach’s castle from the clutches of King Olly in this comedy-filled adventure

Master strategic, ring-based battles - line up scattered enemies and plan your attack to maximize damage with the new, ring-based battle system that requires both puzzle-solving skills and a quick wit

THE ALL-IN-ONE EDITION FOR NINTENDO SWITCH: Embark on a delectably dangerous journey with Six and The Kid to unveil all the secrets of The Maw in two parallel escape stories that will put your cool to the test.

A SPOOKY PUZZLE PLATFORMER: Trapped in an oversized dollhouse inhabited by monstrous residents, light your way through darkness, hide & sneak to avoid danger and run for your life to find a way out.

REKINDLE YOUR CHILDHOOD FEARS: Each room is a cell, each resident a threat, and both are puzzles to untangle. Find your inner child and bend your imagination to find the way out.

Breathtaking, wonderous and compelling environment to explore with an amazing soundtrack.

Play as a Fox with spirit powers and discover a silent but unique style of Narration and story-telling.

Solve Puzzles and mysterious around the Nordic folklore.

Solve Puzzles at home or on the go with LAYTON'S mystery journey: Katrielle and the Millionaires' Conspiracy - Deluxe Edition

The deluxe Edition offers more than 40 brand-new puzzles, in addition to puzzles refined from the original Nintendo 3DS version of the game, an improved screen layout, enhanced graphics, new outfits and all previously released DLC

Because it's on Nintendo Switch, LAYTON'S mystery journey: Katrielle and the Millionaires' Conspiracy - Deluxe Edition marks the first time the layton series can be played at home on a TV,

Collect information by examining Suspects and Paying attention to what they have to say and how they feel

Solve Puzzles in order to obtain more clues and make deductions to find out more about the murder

Use poirot's timeline that is built with all of the relevant events you will reveal during the game to help draw conclusions and progress through the story

Sprawling island environment loaded with enemies, destructible objects and mysterious dungeons.

Players can tackle dungeons in any order, unlocking shortcuts within.

Devious puzzles that tax your mental and physical reflexes to the fullest.

99 players only one will remain. Tetris 99 is the iconic puzzle game as you've never seen it before. Can you pick the right strategy to best 98 other players online - all at the same time

This physical version includes all content from the big block DLC featuring additional modes

CPU battle: Battle against 98 Bots. Defeat the machines

4 different puzzle sizes (30/120/300/600 pieces)

Easy and accessible touch controls

Pick up where you left off with the automatic save feature

Uncomplicated, relaxing, and enjoyable gaming for all ages and the whole family

Timeless action-puzzle gameplay with high replayability

Story mode with up to four-player co-op! First for this franchise!