Free Upgrades for Select Games on the Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2
Exciting news for Nintendo fans: the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 will offer complimentary upgrades for certain games upon its release. During a recent Nintendo Direct presentation, the company unveiled various new features, including the anticipated launch date of the console. Among these revelations were key updates about the Switch 2’s game library, highlighting 21 titles that will be available on day one.
In a noteworthy announcement, Nintendo confirmed that existing owners of select games will receive upgraded versions at no extra cost when the Switch 2 launches. This announcement sheds light on previous discussions surrounding backwards compatibility. While it was known that most existing Switch games, which do not hinge on unique hardware features, would function on the new console, this is the first official confirmation that specific titles will receive enhancements designed to elevate performance.
Confirmed Upgradable Games for Switch 2
The list of games which will benefit from upgrades for the Switch 2 includes:
- ARMS
- Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker
- Super Mario Odyssey
- Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury
- Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics
- The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening
- The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
- Game Builder Garage
- New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe
- Pokémon Scarlet
- Pokémon Violet
- Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain
Performance Expectations
While the forthcoming upgrades for these titles are not anticipated to drastically alter gameplay mechanics—unlike the substantial improvements seen in titles like Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom—players can expect enhancements in performance and graphical fidelity.
For additional information, you can check out the details on the official Nintendo website or read the report from GameSpot.
Stay tuned for more updates as we approach the release date of the Nintendo Switch 2!