Overview
- Mojang confirmed on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, that a native Nintendo Switch 2 version of Minecraft will launch in 2026 and that the Vibrant Visuals graphics mode will be enabled by default.
- Vibrant Visuals adds features such as directional lighting, volumetric fog and longer draw distances that are expected to deliver crisper textures and smoother frame rates on Switch 2 compared with the older Switch build.
- The Super Mario Mash-Up pack will be updated for the Switch 2 release with Mario-themed locations, 15 music tracks and 40 player skins, and the pack remains exclusive to Nintendo editions.
- Mojang said players who buy the Switch 2 version can transfer save data from the original Switch and play across devices in local and online multiplayer, but the company has not disclosed pricing or whether current Switch owners will get an upgrade discount.
- Watch for further details at upcoming platform showcases and future Mojang updates, since the announcement left a firm release date and commercial terms unresolved and those factors will determine how easily players can move their creations to Switch 2.