Nieuwe Nintendo Switch 2 bundle met Pokemon Pokopia aangekondigd

Nintendo has announced a new bundle for the Nintendo Switch 2 that includes a copy of the popular game Pokemon Pokopia. The bundle will launch specifically on June 5, 2026, to mark the first anniversary of the Nintendo Switch 2. However, the offer is currently limited to Australia and New Zealand.

Limited availability of the bundle

Despite the excitement around this promotion, it is important to note that the Nintendo Switch 2 Pokemon Pokopia bundle will not be available worldwide. This highlights a recurring pattern in which different regions receive different offers. In previous promotions, such as the Mario Kart World bundle, some countries received a physical version of the game, while others only got digital versions.

Nintendo offers

Nintendo has a history of offering multiple bundles and limited-time promotions. The recently available combination of a Nintendo Switch 2 with Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2 shows that Nintendo is opportunistically responding to demand for attractive packages. This could also be useful for consumers concerned about rising console and game prices in 2026.

Pokemon Pokopia performance

Pokemon Pokopia, which launched on March 5, 2026, has received solid reviews, with an average score of 90 out of 100 on OpenCritic. That makes it one of the highest-rated Pokemon games to date, adding to the appeal of the new bundle.

If consumers in Australia and New Zealand are lucky enough to buy this bundle, they may also benefit from other promotions, such as the available Mario Kart World bundle with a free year of Nintendo Switch Online. It seems to be a favorable time for Nintendo fans in those regions.

With ongoing concerns about rising support component costs in 2026, there is speculation about a possible price increase for the Nintendo Switch 2. Until such changes are confirmed, Nintendo's evolving bundle lineup remains an appealing option for consumers.