Overview

• Nintendo has clarified that all physical first-party Switch 2 Edition games will include both the original game and its next-generation upgrade pack on the same cartridge, with no need for a download code.
• Third-party publishers, however, may choose to release Switch 2 Edition games as download codes in physical packaging, without a game card.
• Confirmed Switch 2 Edition titles include major franchises such as The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Tears of the Kingdom, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
• Switch 2 Edition games feature enhancements like improved visuals, higher frame rates, HDR support, and exclusive content, making them definitive versions for collectors and players.
• Nintendo's clarification addresses consumer concerns about game ownership and game preservation ahead of the Switch 2's June 5, 2025, launch.