The Nintendo Switch offers a huge library of games, and we all bemoan Nintendo's propensity to keep its games priced high. But what you might not know is that there are still plenty of games you can download without paying a dime.
There's a fair amount of free games you can download to your Switch right now, but we've narrowed them down to our top 10 favourites.
Warframe
A games-as-a-service juggernaut, Warframe first launched in 2013 and has found its way to the grind of many gamers. Participate in tons of missions to equip your suit, encounter all kinds of enemies and NPCs, and pay nothing for it.
With the recent Heart of Deimos update, now is the perfect time to dive in.
Intrepid
Although often described as Monster Hunter-lite, Dauntless is more than just a clone. Yes, the goal is to face all kinds of creatures to get the right materials to build armor, weapons and more; the links to Monster Hunter are obvious.
But this free game offers a much more accessible version of this game and gives it its own version. He takes the formula and makes it his own for you to enjoy.
Fortnite
Who hasn't played this phenomenon yet? Yes, Fortnite is available for you to play on the go with your Switch, and it doesn't compromise a lot to do so. It still plays great, there's a huge community, and you can do anything wherever you want.
You can jump right now and enjoy the ongoing Nexus War event.
Fallout shelter
This management simulator was originally released to build the hype for Fallout 4 and it hasn't lost any of its charm in the year since. You can download it for free to your Switch and have fun filling your very own Vault-Tec Vault with characters that only a Bethesda game could have. The writing is funny, the gameplay is addictive, and the gameplay is unabashedly Fallout.
Brawlhalla
An absolutely delightful fighting game that gives you tons of content for nothing. Although you can unlock more characters through microtransactions, you don't have to spend anything to enjoy the game. The gameplay is excellent whether you're playing with your friends or alone.
Pokemon Quest
We have to put a Pokemon game here, even if it deviates from the typical Pokemon formula. This lightweight game has you running a camp on the island of Tumblecube, where you have to navigate the levels of the island to beat the Pokémon around you.
Tetris 99
Combining Tetris with the Battle Royale genre sounds like something that would need some kind of dark magic, but Tetris 99 pulls it off. Playing against other players around the world, you need to be on your game to keep your blocks low, while sending your opponents trouble. It's the best kind of frenetic and chaotic fun.
Paladins
This Overwatch clone shouldn't be canceled just for being heavily inspired by Blizzard's competitive gem. Paladins offers a huge number of characters to play, each giving you different abilities and playstyles and giving you that competitive feel, all for free.
Hit
This free MOBA has been getting a steady stream of content for years, a big reason why so many gamers enjoy playing it. Playing with all sorts of characters and mythological characters even feels good to engage our more historical sides. It's a good time that asks nothing of you, unless you want to spend some money.
DC Universe Online
For MMO fans, this game is for you. Giving you the option to create your own hero, or villain, to be mentored by an iconic character of your choice, the free game has plenty going for it. Explore classic locations, interact with your favorite characters, and build your superhero legend.
You can't get a better deal than massive entertainment for nothing, and that's what each of these games gives you. They take on a wide variety of genres, all do it expertly.
They all prove that you don't have to break the bank to get your game fix.
