Want to know which games have a paid Switch 2 version? Then you're in the right place.
Nintendo has confirmed that several titles from the original Switch will be getting both paid and free upgrades. The paid ones, called Switch 2 Edition games, will have more than enhancements, including gameplay additions, to make the purchase worthwhile.
In this guide, we'll break down every confirmed Switch 2 Edition game, how much the upgrade will cost (with information from official retailers), and a release date for each. Let's begin.
Which Games Are Getting A Switch 2 Upgrade?
Nintendo has confirmed that six games will have Switch 2 Edition upgrades. These include The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, Super Mario Party Jamboree, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and more.
Let's see what changes are coming to each game.
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
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+ 6- Release date: June 5
- Upgrade cost: $10
Features:
- Support for the Zelda Notes add-on service via Nintendo Switch App*
- Improved frame rates and resolution
- Faster load times
- HDR support
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
click to enlarge+ 6- Release date: June 5
- Upgrade cost: $10
Features:
- Support for the Zelda Notes add-on service via Nintendo Switch App*
- Improved frame rates and resolution
- Faster load times
- HDR support
Super Mario Party Jamboree + Jamboree TV
click to enlarge+ 6- Release date: July 24
- Upgrade cost: $20
Features:
- Nintendo Switch 2: Jamboree TV add-on enabled
- New modes that use mouse controls, microphone a compatible USB-C camera
- Player faces appear within the game via CameraPlay using a compatible USB-C camera
- GameShare compatibility for local multiplayer
- WQHD (1440p) resolution in TV mode, Full HD (1080p) in tabletop mode, and handheld mode (Jamboree TV only)
- Visually enhanced with improved frame rate
Kirby and the Forgotten Land
click to enlarge+ 6- Release date: July 24
- Upgrade cost: $20
Features:
- A new story: Star-Crossed World
- Visually enhanced with improved frame rate
Pokémon Legends: Z-A
click to enlarge+ 6- Release date: October 16
- Upgrade cost: TBA
Features:
- Improved performance with higher frame rate and resolution
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
click to enlarge+ 6- Release date: 2025
- Upgrade cost: TBA
Features:
- Support for mouse controls using Joy-Con 2 controllers
- Enhanced resolution, textures, and load times
- Choose from two display modes:
- Quality Mode runs at 60 frames per second in 4K resolution in TV mode/1080p, while in handheld mode
- Performance Mode runs at 120 frames per second in 1080p resolution in TV mode/720p in handheld mode
- Both display modes feature HDR support
Please keep in mind that the improved resolution and other visual changes will depend on the type of monitor or TV you're using in docked mode.
Nintendo Switch Online users will also get some of the Switch 2 Edition upgrades available as long as they are subscribed to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack tier. These are:
- The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
- The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
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