Nintendo Switch 2 Upgrade Prices: Kirby and Mario Party Cost More

The upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 has revealed its edition upgrade pricing for popular titles such as The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and its sequel, Tears of the Kingdom. The full retail price for these titles is set at £66.99, while existing owners of the original games can upgrade for just £7.99. In contrast, the upgrade for Kirby and the Forgotten Land costs £16.99, despite both games being sold at the same retail price. This pricing structure reflects the varying levels of new content and features introduced across the titles. While Zelda games will include updates as part of the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, other games like Kirby offer additional campaign content without this benefit. Pre-orders for the Switch 2 have begun in the US, but initial stock issues persist, raising concerns about availability at launch.

The upgrade prices vary: The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom can be upgraded for £7.99, while Kirby and the Forgotten Land's upgrade is £16.99.

The Nintendo Switch 2, set to release on June 5, 2025, is highly anticipated as it follows the success of its predecessor, the original Nintendo Switch, which revolutionized portable gaming. This new console aims to enhance gameplay experiences with upgraded graphics and new functionalities, as illustrated by the diverse range of titles receiving edition upgrades. The Switch brand represents a significant milestone in gaming history, equivalent to the impact of earlier consoles like the GameCube and Wii, making the anticipation around the Switch 2 particularly electrifying for fans and gamers worldwide.