The Best Action challenging Games for Nintendo Switch

Update : Otoko Cross: Pretty Boys Breakup! added at rank #9.
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DARK SOULSa: REMASTERED (2018)

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PC Windows Playstation 3 Xbox 360 Playstation 4 Xbox One Nintendo Switch

Then, there was fire. Re-experience the critically acclaimed, genre-defining game that started it all. Beautifully remastered, return to Lordran in stunning high-definition detail running at 60fps.


  • boss
  • rpg
  • platform
  • fantasy
  • online
  • fps
  • combat
  • action
  • challenging
  • first-person
  • multiplayer
  • souls
  • classic
  • battle
  • boss-fight

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Grimvalor (2018)

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IOS iPhone Nintendo Switch Android

GrimValor is a dark fantasy action-adventure game with smooth controls, fast movements and challenging enemies. You will need to master basic movements, earn new abilities and access items while taking on powerful bosses. Enjoy an immense amount of content with no IAPs or ads.


What we like:
  • Smooth controls
  • Fast movements
  • Challenging enemies
  • No IAPs or ads
  • Robust RPG mechanics
What could be improved:
  • Collision detection can be gummy near walls and platform edges
  • Occasional attempts at story-telling not up to standards of the rest of the game

  • boss
  • platform
  • combat
  • challenging
  • tall
  • action
  • souls
  • boss-fight
  • entertainment
  • zombie-type
  • mad
  • nice-looking
  • puzzle
  • difficult
  • fast-paced

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Verlet Swing (2018)

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PC Windows Playstation 4 Xbox One Nintendo Switch IOS iPhone Mac OS

Verlet Swing is a curious game where you must swing and manoeuvre through obstacles towards a shimmering goal in order to escape. Target something, then use the left thumbstick to guide you through the air, timing your swings correctly to avoid obstacles and crashing into the ground. With 100 levels to clear, each with their own online leaderboards, it provides plenty of challenge and satisfaction.

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What we like:
  • Unique concept
  • Interesting visuals
  • Exhilarating experience with sound of air rushing around
  • Reasonable price considering the amount of gameplay
  • Chilled out vibe with themed levels
What could be improved:
  • Repetitive tasks
  • Some stages can feel unfair

  • fast-paced
  • surreal
  • editor
  • level
  • abstract
  • 3d
  • action
  • first-person
  • challenging
  • replay-value
  • difficult
  • platform
  • manipulation
  • sport
  • corridor

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Hunt the Night (2023)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Plunge into a retro-style action-adventure game that combines a fast, skilled gameplay with dark fantasy and lore. Play as Vesper, a virtuous member of 'The Stalkers,' and explore the vast world of Medhram, filled with ruins and horrors.


  • gothic
  • dark
  • souls
  • boss
  • fantasy
  • top-down
  • pixel
  • hack-and-slash
  • action-adventure
  • 2d
  • character
  • action
  • rpg
  • boss-fight
  • challenging

5

Pretty Girls Breakers! (2022)

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Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch

Take the role of a twin-tailed fighter wielding a beam saber. Master more than 20 unique battle stages. Meet 7 female characters with cute animal features. Unlock new outfits for casual viewing in Dressing Room mode.

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  • arcade
  • casual
  • action
  • fight
  • challenging
  • classic
  • cute
  • battle
  • puzzle
  • combo
  • anime

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Metal Unit (2020)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Metal Unit is a sprawling side-scrolling platformer with roguelite features. Play as Joanna, a soldier on a mission to capture her treasonous sister. Wear the M-Unit 11 suit and battle against monsters and aliens while uncovering the truth about humanity.

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  • rogue-like
  • action
  • roguevania
  • insect
  • pixel
  • aliens
  • anime
  • single-screen
  • robots
  • challenging
  • rpg
  • platform
  • adventure
  • fun
  • puzzle

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Croc's World 3 (2015)

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"Crocs World 3" is a really nice jump'n'run with 60 incredible levels and many challenging enemies! + 60 incredible levels + Nice graphics + 2 different themes + many challenging enemies + 4 evil endbosses Collect special items like "Firehelmet" (walk through fire) or "Shield" (Invincible for 10 seconds)!


  • challenging
  • adventure
  • classic
  • entertainment
  • action
  • arcade

8

Bubble Shooter V1 (2021)

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Nintendo Switch

Bubble Shooter FX is a classic bubble shoot game.

This addictive classic bubble blast match-three game comes with clean and modern graphics, hundreds of
great challenging levels and some nice special items for better game experience in harder levels.

Clean and simple 3D graphics with nice light effects gives the game a special touch.

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  • challenging
  • classic
  • action

9

Otoko Cross: Pretty Boys Breakup! (2023)

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Playstation 5 Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 PC Windows

Meet a diverse cast of 9 cute crossdressing characters as they challenge you in brick-breaking arcade action! Score points to unlock new outfits for your companions in this this celebration of Japanese "otokonoko" style and sub-culture.


  • sprite
  • bullet-hell
  • arcade
  • action
  • alternate
  • replay-value
  • endless
  • physics
  • controller-support
  • fight
  • challenging

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Fusion SHIFT (2020)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Control your enemies and eliminate them as fast as possible. You are an alien from outer space with a unique skill: Controlling the minds of your foes and use their skills to your advantage!

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  • adventure
  • action
  • 2d
  • hardcore
  • scroller
  • space
  • endless
  • aliens
  • arena
  • pixel
  • retro
  • challenging

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