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What Nintendo announced—and what the Editions are now
In an August 2025 investor presentation, Nintendo said selected Switch games would receive Editions with “enhanced graphics and gameplay that is unique to Nintendo Switch 2.” The presentation also said owners of the listed Switch games could buy just the upgrade pack. It did not name an individual speaker for that statement. Nintendo’s August 2025 investor presentation describes the announcement; Nintendo’s current product information defines an Edition as a bundle of the original Switch game and its upgrade pack. Nintendo’s UK Switch 2 Edition list
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Mario Kart™ World (Nintendo Switch 2) | $79.00 | Buy on Amazon |
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Star Fox™ - Nintendo Switch 2 | $59.00 | Buy on Amazon |
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Donkey Kong Bananza (Nintendo Switch 2) | $69.00 | Buy on Amazon |
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Pokémon Pokopia - Nintendo Switch 2 | $69.00 | Buy on Amazon |
The lineup is selective, and the additions vary by game. Some Editions focus on performance or display quality; others add modes, hardware-based features, or new playable content. The following examples are entries on Nintendo’s UK list as viewed on 8 October 2026, with release dates written as year-month-day.
| Game | Nintendo-listed Edition additions | Release date |
|---|---|---|
| The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild | Higher resolution and improved performance, ZELDA NOTES service support, and HDR | 2025-06-05 |
| The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom | Higher resolution and improved performance, ZELDA NOTES service support, and HDR | 2025-06-05 |
| Super Mario Party Jamboree + Jamboree TV | Jamboree TV mode; mouse-, microphone- and camera-based modes; CameraPlay; local GameShare; higher resolution | 2025-07-24 |
| Kirby and the Forgotten Land + Star-Crossed World | Star-Crossed World story content; improved graphics and frame rate | 2025-08-28 |
| Pokémon Legends: Z-A | Improved performance, higher frame rate, and higher resolution | 2025-10-16 |
| Metroid Prime 4: Beyond | Mouse controls, HDR, up to 4K TV resolution, and up to 120 fps under specified display conditions | 2025-12-04 |
| Animal Crossing: New Horizons | Mouse controls, a microphone-powered Megaphone item, expanded online multiplayer, CameraPlay, and up to 4K TV resolution | 2026-01-15 |
| Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition | Up to 4K TV resolution and up to 60 fps | 2026-02-19 |
| Super Mario Bros. Wonder + Meetup in Bellabel Park | Minigames, challenges, collectibles and boss battles; Rosalina and Co-Star Luma co-op; higher resolution, GameShare, and mouse controls in co-op | 2026-03-26 |
What the upgrade can change
Display and performance
Higher resolution, improved graphics, HDR, and higher frame rates are among the possible improvements, but they are not promised for every Edition. The display capabilities listed by Nintendo may depend on the TV or other display being used. For Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Nintendo specifies up to 120 fps at 1080p; 4K output is capped at 60 fps. Check the individual game’s listing for its conditions and supported features. Nintendo UK’s Edition list
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New modes and content
Some upgrades go well beyond a visual enhancement. Kirby and the Forgotten Land adds the Star-Crossed World story, while Super Mario Bros. Wonder adds Meetup in Bellabel Park, with new activities, characters, and co-op features. Other titles, such as the Zelda Editions, are described in terms of performance, resolution, ZELDA NOTES service support, and HDR rather than a comparable new story expansion. The scale and type of change are specific to each game.
Features tied to Switch 2 hardware
Depending on the game, an Edition may use Switch 2 features such as mouse controls, a microphone, a camera, GameShare, or HDR. CameraPlay in Super Mario Party Jamboree + Jamboree TV and Animal Crossing: New Horizons requires a compatible USB-C camera, sold separately; do not assume an arbitrary camera will work. Nintendo lists each title’s requirements on its Edition pages. Nintendo UK’s Edition list
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- Blast off on a high-octane adventure to save a star system from invasion
- Tear through space, soar across planets, and shoot loads of foes out of the sky at every step of the way
- A cinematic take on the Star Fox 64 story, featuring fully voiced dialogue, an epic orchestral soundtrack, and a complete visual overhaul for the Nintendo Switch 2 system
- Enter first-person mode to experience the action from inside the cockpit, and even use mouse controls to fly
- Invite a second player* to join you as a gunner using Nintendo Switch 2 mouse controls
Do you have to buy the game again?
No. If you own the original Switch game, Nintendo says you can purchase its upgrade pack rather than buy the complete Switch 2 Edition. This applies to physical and digital owners. The original game remains playable on Switch, but the Edition’s extra features and content can only be played on Switch 2. Nintendo UK’s Edition information and Nintendo’s Switch 2 compatibility information
Nintendo identifies Nintendo eShop, Nintendo Store, and retailers as places to buy upgrade packs. A complete physical or digital Switch 2 Edition is also an option: physical packaging has a Switch 2 logo and additional front-cover information, while a digital title includes “Nintendo Switch 2 Edition” in its name. Check the exact product listing to confirm that it includes the upgrade pack you want. Nintendo UK’s Edition information
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- A brand-new 3D platforming action adventure starring Donkey Kong and Pauline
- Bash through just about anything in groundbreaking exploration! Crash through walls and carve tunnels—the more you smash, the more areas open up to you
- Pair up with Pauline to use Bananza Transformations: smash through obstacles with the raw strength of Kong form, gallop with incredible speed as a Zebra, and more
- Team up with a friend in two-player co-op as Donkey Kong and Pauline! Blast foes and terrain alike with Pauline’s voice as you explore together
Can Nintendo Switch Online members get an upgrade free?
Selected Zelda upgrade packs are available to active Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members at no additional cost, provided the member owns the corresponding original game. Nintendo’s UK list names The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom. This is not a blanket benefit for all Switch 2 Edition games; confirm current eligibility and membership terms for your region. Nintendo UK’s Edition information
For one US-specific price example, Nintendo lists the Tears of the Kingdom upgrade pack at $9.99 when purchased separately. That figure applies to this game in the United States, not to all upgrade packs or regions. Nintendo says a separately purchased upgrade pack is treated as a virtual game card; access through the Expansion Pack membership benefit is limited to active members and is not treated as a virtual game card. Nintendo’s US Tears of the Kingdom upgrade-pack support page
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- Use other Pokémon’s moves, like Bulbasaur’s Leafage, to revitalize and navigate the world around you.
- Meet and befriend more Pokémon as you help nature flourish.
- Gather materials to create items and furniture, till the fields to grow delicious crops, build homes for the Pokémon you meet, and more—there’s so much to do!
- Experience a world with varied weather, real-time days and nights, and other surprises.
Check compatibility before relying on a Switch game
Nintendo says Switch 2 supports Switch games generally, but some titles may be unsupported or not fully compatible. Backward compatibility does not guarantee that every game or accessory will work completely. Check Nintendo’s compatibility information for the specific game; for third-party software, Nintendo advises contacting the publisher for details. Nintendo Switch 2 compatibility information
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