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Find run and gun Switch games that combine fast-paced shooting with dodging, jumping and navigating enemy-filled stages. Explore the selection for arcade-style action, and check each game’s description and supported play modes to find a challenge that fits how you like to play.

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  1. Splatoon 2 - Nintendo Switch [Digital]

    SKU: JCQ6HCZWP7

    Love love love!!!...Great game lots of fun. The kids love it. A blast.

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    An action-packed digital adventure featuring new weapons, strategic gameplay, and vibrant multiplayer battles for Nintendo Switch.
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    Your price for this item is $59.99

  2. Splatoon 2 - Nintendo Switch

    SKU: J7GSL48KZ3

    Great game

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    A vibrant 4-on-4 action shooter featuring colorful ink battles, local multiplayer, and co-op modes.
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    Your price for this item is $62.70
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    The previous price was $62.73

  3. Metroid Dread - Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite

    SKU: J7GSL4G8YQ

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    An action-packed 2D adventure where you guide Samus through perilous alien worlds on Nintendo Switch consoles.
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    Your price for this item is $89.99
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    The previous price was $99.99

  4. Metroid Prime Remastered - Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite

    SKU: J7GSL4GGX2

    Great game. Best Buy It...Love the overhaul, love the game....Major downside is controls are not customizable enough to make it the best experience in modern gaming...gamecube titles are the best...we...

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    An atmospheric first-person adventure with revamped graphics and controls, featuring Samus Aran exploring alien worlds.
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    Your price for this item is $39.99

  5. Splatoon 3 - Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite

    SKU: J7GSL4GGJT

    Love it! Best Buy online is the best way to buy! Shipping is great!...The best...Great game. I love this game. I definitely recommend

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    A vibrant action shooter featuring 4-on-4 multiplayer battles, new weapons, and customizable in-game style.
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    Your price for this item is $59.99

  6. Hollow Knight - Nintendo Switch

    SKU: J3R8ZQZ93T

    Thanks best buy!...Great game ,very fun. Love the awesome customer service from best buy as well!...The best buy°°...Love this game!!! Buy buy buy..its the Best Buy!!!

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    An atmospheric action-adventure game featuring hand-drawn art, challenging gameplay, and a mysterious underground world.
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    Your price for this item is $34.99

  7. Mega Man 11 - Nintendo Switch [Digital]

    SKU: JCQ6HSLLC2

    Of course I love all mega man games so this is a must....Great game very fun and very arcade like with much replay value....Best Buy did great with fast digital copy and had absolutely no problems redeeming...

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    An action-packed platformer featuring multiple 2D worlds, adjustable difficulty, and immersive single-player gameplay.
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    Your price for this item is $29.99

  8. Sonic Forces - Nintendo Switch

    SKU: J7JHG52GJV

    Thanks a lot great for the price I will be purchasing again from you guys I love Best Buy...great product...love it best product ever really happy with it happy

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    An action-packed platformer featuring character creation, classic and modern gameplay, and thrilling battles against new foes.
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    Your price for this item is $19.99

  9. Astral Chain - Nintendo Switch [Digital]

    SKU: JCQ6H95ZVJ

    Great game...Kids love this game, it was challenging and it took awhile to complete...It didn't get as much love as it probably deserves! Definitely worth checking out!

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    An action-packed digital adventure featuring innovative controls, engaging gameplay, and a gripping story for Nintendo Switch.
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    Your price for this item is $59.99

  10. Genesis Classics - Nintendo Switch

    SKU: J7JHG52LGP

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    A nostalgic collection featuring over 50 classic retro games for adventurous action and adventure gameplay.
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    Your price for this item is $29.99

  11. DOOM Standard Edition - Nintendo Switch [Digital]

    SKU: JCQ6HL667Y

    This game is awesome I’m so many ways but I won’t go into every detail but all I can say is I love first...person shooters and this one is one of the best to play!...Hands down the best FPS game currently...

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    A fast-paced first-person shooter featuring intense demon-slaying action and multiplayer combat on Nintendo Switch.
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    Your price for this item is $59.99

  12. Metroid Prime™ 4: Beyond Nintendo Switch 2 - Nintendo Switch 2

    SKU: J7GSL5JFV6

    Great game. great condition. Love buying from best buy...Not the best but it’s a Metroid game and I love Metroid.

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    An action-adventure game featuring enhanced visuals, HDR, and two display modes for Nintendo Switch 2.
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    Your price for this item is $69.99

  13. Bayonetta 3 - Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, Nintendo Switch Lite

    SKU: J7GSL485SQ

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    An action-packed adventure featuring dynamic witch combat, demon summoning, and stylish battles across vibrant red-themed worlds.
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    Your price for this item is $69.99

  14. Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair - Nintendo Switch [Digital]

    SKU: JCQ6H692CW

    Great graphics...Yooka laylee and the impossible lair for Nintendo switch is such great game a must play for any gamer...Great 2.5D Platformer...Great 2.5D platformer. Not quite to the level of a Nintendo...

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    An action-packed 2D platformer featuring creative level design, engaging controls, and vibrant music for Nintendo Switch.
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    Your price for this item is $29.99

  15. Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove - Nintendo Switch [Digital]

    SKU: JCQ6HJJJ5W

    Great game...Great game I love it. I love the package great value....A fun game best buy was quick and simple gave instructions great

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    An epic 8-bit action-adventure collection featuring four campaigns, local multiplayer, and retro-inspired gameplay.
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    Your price for this item is $39.99

  16. Dead Cells - Nintendo Switch [Digital]

    SKU: JCQ6HSJHYC

    Great game!! Fun to play!! Love this game!! You won’t be disappointed!...Fun video game at a great price. Kid love it and lots of fun

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    A brutally challenging 2D action-platformer featuring permadeath, branching paths, and customizable combat abilities.
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    Your price for this item is $24.99

  17. Contra Rogue Corps Standard Edition - Nintendo Switch

    SKU: J76T5H3LHF

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    An action-packed shooter featuring four unique characters, online co-op, and PvP modes for Nintendo Switch.
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    Your price for this item is $30.99

  18. JUMANJI: The Video Game - Nintendo Switch

    SKU: J3Y873LL3X

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    An action-packed adventure game where you team up to conquer dangerous environments and unlock customizations.
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    Your price for this item is $29.50
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    The previous price was $29.75

  19. Enter the Gungeon - Nintendo Switch [Digital]

    SKU: JCQ6HP2H3R

    Great game! I love buying digital games from Best Buy always a fantastic experience....A friend recommended it & I love it! Extremely fun

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    An action-packed bullet hell dungeon crawler featuring unique weapons, co-op play, and evolving challenges.
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    Your price for this item is $14.99

  20. Ghostbusters: The Video Game Remastered - Nintendo Switch

    SKU: JXHPLZXCLH

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    A remastered action-adventure game featuring ghost-hunting, new enemies, and large-scale boss battles on Nintendo Switch.
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    Your price for this item is $29.99

  21. Hades - Nintendo Switch [Digital]

    SKU: JCQ6HRZ6Z2

    One of the best games I have played in 2020. Great concept, art, and gameplay....Love this game...Best indie game ever, this game is very challenging, trying to pass with all weapons is a must give it...

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    A thrilling roguelike dungeon crawler featuring fast-paced combat, rich storytelling, and replayable action-adventure gameplay.
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    Your price for this item is $24.99

  22. Splatoon 3 - Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite [Digital]

    SKU: J2FPJKP686

    Bought it as a gift but Best Buy took forever to send the code…Everything was great aside from that...Great game!...I love the Splatoon franchise....I had bought the digital version through Nintendo,...

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    A vibrant digital action shooter featuring 4-on-4 multiplayer battles, new weapons, stages, and customization options.
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    Your price for this item is $59.99

  23. Hades II Nintendo Switch 2 - Nintendo Switch 2

    SKU: J7GSL5JVZR

    One of the best game you could possibly own physically for the switch 2....I personally love the mechanics on H2 compared to H1...Great game rapid delivery...Great game. Haven't been able to put it down....

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    An action-packed rogue-like adventure where you battle mythical foes using dark sorcery in Greek-inspired realms.
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    Your price for this item is $49.99

  24. Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition - Nintendo Switch

    SKU: JXHY5RPHZP

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    An action-packed shooter RPG for Nintendo Switch featuring all six add-ons and 30+ bonus cosmetic packs.
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    Your price for this item is $29.49
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Run-and-gun games for Nintendo Switch combine fast-paced shooting, precise movement, and arcade-style action that rewards quick thinking. Often built around side-scrolling stages, the genre challenges you to dodge incoming attacks, navigate platforms, and keep moving while taking on waves of enemies. The appeal goes beyond firing quickly: learning enemy patterns, choosing the right weapon for an encounter, and recognizing a boss’s weak points can turn a difficult stage into a satisfying victory. As you explore Nintendo Switch run-and-gun games, consider whether you prefer straightforward shooting or a greater emphasis on jumping, exploration, and character upgrades. Visual style can also shape the experience, from retro-inspired pixel art that recalls classic arcade games to detailed animation that helps bring enemies and environments to life. Read gameplay descriptions to understand how each title balances combat, platforming, and progression rather than relying on its appearance alone. Finding the right run-and-gun Switch game also means matching its challenge and multiplayer options to the way you like to play. Limited lives, checkpoint placement, adjustable difficulty, and the ability to continue after defeat can all affect how approachable an action game feels. Short stages may suit quick gaming sessions, while branching paths, hidden collectibles, and unlockable challenges can give you reasons to revisit completed levels. If you want to team up, check whether a game supports cooperative play, how many players can participate, and whether multiplayer is local or online. Controller requirements and online service requirements can vary, so review those details before choosing. For solo play, pay attention to descriptions of aiming controls, movement abilities, and weapon variety. The best run-and-gun games for your Nintendo Switch are the ones whose pace, controls, and difficulty make you eager to take on the next stage.

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Run-and-gun games combine fast-paced shooting with constant movement, often through side-scrolling stages. Gameplay typically involves dodging attacks, jumping between platforms, collecting weapon upgrades, and taking on bosses.

Some run-and-gun Switch games offer local cooperative play, allowing players to tackle stages together on the same system. Online play, supported player counts, and controller requirements vary by game, so check those details when choosing a title.

Run-and-gun games usually emphasize progressing through stages while shooting, often with platforming sections. Twin-stick shooters use separate controls for movement and aiming, frequently focusing on combat in open areas or arenas. Some games combine elements of both styles.

Look for details about button remapping, directional aiming, weapon switching, and supported controllers. Depending on the game, aiming may be tied to your character’s movement or controlled independently, which can create a different gameplay feel.

Features such as alternate routes, unlockable characters, additional weapons, and multiple difficulty settings can add variety to repeat playthroughs. Score challenges, time trials, and cooperative modes can also give players different ways to revisit stages.

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