10 cool party games for Switch – multiplayer hits for friends and family

We present you the 10 best party games for the Nintendo Switch that you can play in 2021.

What could be better than playing board games together on the Switch at home with family?

The list is based on the popularity and success of the games as well as personal preferences. We focused on games that can be played locally in multiplayer mode and are suitable for family play.

10. Nine Parchments

Release December 5, 2017 | Rating: 12 and up | Nine Parchments Website | Alternatives: Trine, Wizard of Legends

What is Nine Parchments? Together as wizards, fight monsters, improve the heroes, and search for new solutions to tricky situations – that’s what Nine Parchments offers. The gameplay of this co-op game is reminiscent of the classic Gauntlet. Here, you are all wizards, fighting monsters with your magic and must search for solutions together to master the levels. It’s a lot of fun as a team and a somewhat different party game.

You can find Nine Parchments in the Nintendo Store.

9. Tools Up!

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Release December 3, 2019 | Rating: 6 and up | Tools Up! Website | Alternatives: Overcooked, What the Fork

What is Tools Up? What screams “party game” more than the basic renovation of a dilapidated apartment? Exactly, nothing! At least that’s what the developers who conceived “Tools Up!” must have thought. But: They are not wrong. The game is a lot of fun with friends and family.

It combines quirky humor with the task of coordinating well among each other. You have to make sure that you are not constantly stepping on each other’s feet or blocking each other. A funny atmosphere, coordination, and a setting that resembles an “everyday task” – anyone who enjoys games like Overcooked, Moving Out, or What The Fork will have a fun evening here as well.

You can find Tools Up! in the Nintendo eShop.

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8. Super Bomberman R

Release March 3, 2017 | Rating: 6 and up | Super Bomberman R Website | Alternatives: Brawlhalla

What is Super Bomberman R? Bomberman surely brings back some childhood memories for some. Super Bomberman R plays on this nostalgia. The Switch game does not make big experiments but offers exactly what fans want: Bomberman gameplay. On the Switch, you compete against each other: You lay bombs to clear your enemies’ way and must proceed strategically. Despite the somewhat awkward controls, it’s great fun at every party!

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7. Just Dance 2021

Release: November 12, 2020 | Rating: 0 and up | Just Dance 2021 Website | Alternatives: Just Dance 2020

What is Just Dance 2021? Just Dance is a must-have at any party. Essentially, it’s a dance battle. Players try to mimic the choreographies on the TV as well as possible to earn points. The best wins. You unlock more and more songs, and the challenges become more difficult each time. Just Dance 2021 is a lot of fun for both young and old, unless you hate dancing.

You can find Just Dance 2021 in the Nintendo Store.

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6. Overcooked 2

Release August 7, 2018 | Rating: 6 and up | Overcooked Website | Alternatives: Death Squared, Rayman LegendsPRO

What is Overcooked 2? Overcooked 2 offers basically more of Overcooked. This time the levels are even more challenging. For example, the ground starts moving suddenly, which makes cooking a real challenge. However, with good friends, you manage to cook the many recipes.

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5. Mario Tennis Aces

Release June 22, 2019 | Rating: 0 and up | Mario Tennis Aces Website | Alternatives: FIFA 20

What is Mario Tennis Aces? Serve, game, set, and match for Mario! Mario Tennis Aces is not just a well-rounded party game on the Nintendo Switch; it also features a really successful tennis simulation. You notice this especially with the ball physics. Nevertheless, Mario Tennis Aces serves as a multiplayer game for the Switch, especially for when friends come over.

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4. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Release December 7, 2018 | Rating: 12 and up | Mario Tennis Aces Website | Alternatives: Brawlhalla, Brawlout

What is Super Smash Bros. Ultimate? Even among friends, you can throw punches on the Switch – it’s not meant to be taken personally. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is essentially the ultimate brawler. The selection of characters, the fantastic atmosphere, the balancing, and the easy-to-learn controls make the game simply a party fun, where even grandpa can beat the grandkids.

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3. Luigis Mansion 3

Release October 31, 2019 | Rating: 6 and up | Luigis Mansion 3 Website | Alternatives: Super Mario Odyssey, Super Mario Maker 2

What is Luigis Mansion 3? Spookily beautiful, that’s how you could describe Luigis Mansion 3, and the best part is: You can also have a lot of fun together. The co-op mode with Gooigi is just fun because you have to work as a team. Luigi tries to find his brother Mario in a haunted house and has to solve challenging puzzles and suck up ghosts. It’s a lot of fun as a multiplayer game on the Switch, whether alone or together.

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2. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

Release April 27, 2017 | Rating: 0 and up | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Website | Alternatives: Super Mario Party

What is Mario Kart 8 Deluxe? Mario Kart is simply a must-have at any party. Since the Super Nintendo days, this fun racing game has captivated children and adults in front of the TV. Nothing has changed with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. The fast races with fun items are still a lot of fun. The excellent control and the many varied tracks make every race in this party game for the Nintendo Switch a delightful experience.

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1. Super Mario Party

Release April 27, 2017 | Rating: 0 and up | Super Mario Party Website | Alternatives: Mario Party 10, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

What is Super Mario Party? The ultimate party game on the Nintendo Switch. The many modes and countless mini-games are guaranteed to appeal to almost everyone. Moreover, the rounds are never too long, but always invite another game. Thanks to the intuitive controls, both young and old have fun and quickly find their way around. Super Mario Party simply must not be missing from any celebration.

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Do you know any other great party games for the Switch? Then let us know in the comments! And if you’re looking for more multiplayer titles for your Nintendo console, check out this article: Here you will find the best co-op games on the Nintendo Switch that are not necessarily classic party games.