Nintendo Switch 2
The Nintendo Switch 2 is a hybrid console produced and released by Nintendo.[1] It is the successor to the Nintendo Switch.
Overview
The Nintendo Switch 2 is capable of playing software from the Nintendo Switch library, and it is compatible with Nintendo Switch cartridges and digital games.[1] It was officially revealed on January 16, 2025, and it was released globally on June 5, 2025 in most markets.[1] It will not release in China until a later date.[2]
A Nintendo Direct dedicated to the Nintendo Switch 2 occurred on April 2, 2025. During the livestream, it was revealed that several games released on the original Nintendo Switch would receive free updates to enhance their performance on the Nintendo Switch 2. Echoes of Wisdom and Link's Awakening for Nintendo Switch received these updates on June 3, 2025.[3][4] Additionally, special editions for Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom were released alongside the Switch 2.[5][6] Updates that added support for these upgrades also went live on June 3, 2025.[7][8]
Nintendo Switch 2 Experience
Between April and June, Nintendo hosted the Nintendo Switch 2 Experience promotional events in certain cities across the world. At these events, participant were able to have a first-hand look at the console prior to its release.[9] The eligible cities were as follows:
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The Legend of Zelda Games
The following games are available for purchase as physical Nintendo Switch 2 game cards or digitally from Nintendo eShop.
Remasters
Spin-Offs
Backwards Compatible
The following The Legend of Zelda series games from the Nintendo Switch have been currently confirmed to be backwards compatible with the Nintendo Switch 2.[6][11]
Main
- Link's Awakening for Nintendo Switch
- Skyward Sword HD
- Breath of the Wild
- Tears of the Kingdom
- Echoes of Wisdom
Spin-Offs
Other
The following games feature notable elements from The Legend of Zelda series.
Gallery
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Promotional image showing a docked console and a Joy-Con 2 Grip
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A display of the Nintendo Switch 2
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The Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter
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The Nintendo Switch 2 All-In-One Carrying Case
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The Nintendo Switch 2 Camera
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The Nintendo Switch 2 Camera plugged into the console
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The Nintendo Switch 2 Carrying Case
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The Joy-Con 2 Charging Grip
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The Nintendo Switch 2 Dock
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The Nintendo Switch 2 System
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The Joy-Con 2
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The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller
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The Joy-Con 2 Wheels
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Transparent logo
Video Gallery
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Nintendo Switch 2 – First-look trailer, @NintendoAmerica on YouTube, Uploaded January 16, 2025 (Archive)
- ↑ "The Kyoto-based video game company is planning to launch the Switch 2 in Japan, Europe and other regions on June 5. Mainland China is not included among the initial markets." — Itsuro Fujino and Kanoko Sakamoto, Nintendo postpones launch of Switch 2 in China (web archive), Nikkei Asia, published April 9, 2025, retrieved April 9, 2025.
- ↑ "Latest update: Ver. 1.1.0 (Released June 3, 2025)
The following updates have been made when playing the game on Nintendo Switch 2:
General
* Added a feature to display only favorited echoes in the list of echoes after 30 or more echoes have been learned.
* Visuals: Optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality.
* HDR (High Dynamic Range) support for improved image contrast and brightness. Note: HDR-compatible display required when playing in TV mode.
* Fixed various issues to create a smoother gaming experience." — n.a., How to Update The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom (web archive), Nintendo.com, published June 3, 2025, retrieved June 4, 2025. - ↑ "Latest update: Ver. 1.1.0 (Released June 3, 2025)
The following updates have been made when playing the game on Nintendo Switch 2:
General
* Visuals: Optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality.
* HDR (High Dynamic Range) support for improved image contrast and brightness. Note: HDR-compatible display required when playing in TV mode." — n.a., How to Update The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening (web archive), Nintendo.com, published June 3, 2025, retrieved June 4, 2025. - ↑ Nintendo Direct: Nintendo Switch 2 – 4.2.2025, @NintendoAmerica on YouTube, Uploaded April 2, 2025 (Archive)
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 "Free updates to enhance the gameplay experience on the Nintendo Switch™ 2 system will be released for select Nintendo Switch™ games.
By connecting your Nintendo Switch 2 to the internet and performing a system update, you can download free updates for selected games that may improve graphics or add support for features such as GameShare*. The contents of these free updates will differ depending on the game." — n.a., Nintendo Switch Games with Free Nintendo Switch 2 Updates (web archive), Nintendo.com, retrieved June 4, 2025. - ↑ "Latest update: Ver. 1.8.0 (Released June 3, 2025)
The following updates have been made when playing the game on Nintendo Switch 2:
General
* Added support for the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition.
* Added support for the Portuguese (Brazil) system language setting.
** Because Portuguese is not a supported voice language, if you select the Match System Settings option in the game, the voice content will use English.
* Several other issues have been addressed to improve the gameplay experience." — n.a., How to Update The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (web archive), Nintendo.com, published June 3, 2025, retrieved June 4, 2025. - ↑ "Latest update: Ver. 1.4.0 (Released June 3, 2025)
The following updates have been made when playing the game on Nintendo Switch 2:
General
* Added support for the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition.
* Added support for the Portuguese (Brazil) system language setting.
** Because Portuguese is not a supported voice language, the voice content will use the language you select in the in-game options.
* Added support for the Sidon, Tulin, Yunobo, and Riju amiibo.
* Several other issues have been addressed to improve the gameplay experience." — n.a., How to Update The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (web archive), Nintendo.com, published June 3, 2025, retrieved June 4, 2025. - ↑ "Get hands-on with Nintendo Switch™ 2, the successor to the Nintendo Switch system, at events in New York, Los Angeles, and Dallas." — n.a., Nintendo Switch 2 Experience: New York, Los Angeles, Dallas (web archive), Nintendo.com, published January 16, 2025, retrieved January 16, 2025.
- ↑ "【香港資訊】
可以實際試玩Nintendo Switch 2的體驗會預定於2025年5月17日（六）及18日（日）在香港會議展覽中心舉行。報名詳情將於日後公布，請繼續留意後續資訊。" — 任天堂（香港）有限公司, [1] (web archive), Facebook, published February 21, 2025, retrieved June 4, 2025. - ↑ "You can play Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive games, as well as Nintendo Switch games, on Nintendo Switch 2." — n.a., Nintendo Switch 2 - Nintendo - Official site (web archive), Nintendo.com, published January 16, 2025, retrieved January 16, 2025.