As the Nintendo Switch 2 release approaches, gamers are still wondering whether they'll make the jump to the next generation. The few exclusive games announced are promising, but not enough in our opinion to make a purchase. To further convince its reluctant customers, Nintendo has unveiled its Nintendo Switch 2 Edition games. This is a name the company is applying to a few titles already released. released on Nintendo Switch, which will benefit from an improved version on Switch 2.
What's changing?
If you've experienced the transition from the old generation to the new one on Xbox and PlayStation, you already know what a Switch 2 Edition is since it is nothing more and nothing less than a next-gen version of current games. Selected titles will see their capabilities boosted to get the most out of the Nintendo Switch 2's performance.
Generally, the frame rate is increased, as well as the graphics resolution. But more than visual improvements, the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition will also take advantage of the console's new technical features. These include the Joy-Con's mouse mode, HDR compatibility, and ZELDA NOTES, a service available via the Nintendo Switch App.
Which games are affected?
Most Nintendo Switch games will be playable on the Switch 2 thanks to backward compatibility. However, only a few will be able to enjoy a Switch 2 Edition. Here is the full list of affected games:
- Pokémon Legends: Z-A
- Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
- Kirby and the Forgotten World
- Super Mario Party Jamboree
- The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
- The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
- Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker
- New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe
- Video Game Workshop
- 51 Worldwild Games
- ARMS
- Brain Academy: Battle of the Brains
- Pokémon Scarlet
- Pokémon Purple
Pricing and Availability
Some of these upgrades will be offered free of charge to those who already own the games in question, while others will be paid. However, they will include a little more new features than graphical improvements and will offer new content. The price of these next-gen updates is not yet known, but they should be around 10 euros in France. We should know more by the console's release on June 5.
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