Nintendo Switch 2 Edition: No Download Required for New Nintendo Games

Nintendo Switch 2 Edition: All You Need to Know About Game Purchases

When purchasing Nintendo Switch 2 Edition games at retail locations, customers can rejoice at the news that they will not need to download additional content for titles published directly by Nintendo. However, this may not hold true for games released by third-party developers, adding some uncertainty to the upgrade experience.

A spokesperson for Nintendo addressed these concerns in a recent statement made to Vooks.net. According to their remarks, physical copies of Nintendo Switch 2 Edition titles will come preloaded with both the original Nintendo Switch game and its corresponding upgrade pack all on the same cartridge. This means that players can look forward to seamless gameplay without needing any extra download codes for these specific titles.

However, it is important to note that some third-party publishers might opt for a different route. There could be instances where Nintendo Switch 2 Edition games are offered solely as download codes within physical packaging, omitting the game card entirely.

List of Upgradeable Games

Currently, several popular titles are confirmed for upgrades to the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. Here’s the list along with their pricing options:

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – $69.99 (or $9.99 if you own the original)
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – $79.99 (or $9.99 if you own the original)
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – Price currently unknown
Kirby and the Forgotten Land Switch 2 + Star-Crossed World – $79.99 (or $9.99 if you own the original)
Mario Party Jamboree + Jamboree TV – $79.99 (or $9.99 if you own the original)
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma (third-party) – $69.99 (or $9.99 if you own the original)
Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Price currently unknown

It’s essential for players to keep in mind that, as previously speculated, the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild will not come bundled with its Expansion Pass. This expansion includes two downloadable content packs, namely The Master Trials and The Champions’ Ballad. While it remains uncertain whether these DLCs will be available for individual purchase on the new console, fans might have to wait for further announcements from Nintendo.

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