Nintendo Switch 2 Arrives With Upgraded Classics—But at a Price
So, have you heard? Nintendo’s long-awaited Switch 2 is finally official, and it’s stirring up excitement—and a bit of debate—across the gaming world. Set for release on June 5th, 2025 , the Switch 2 is not only bringing new hardware, but it's also reviving classic Switch titles in upgraded editions. But here's the kicker: those upgraded versions come with a new price tag, and for many fans, it’s not exactly easy to digest.
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Let’s talk about the numbers first. Major UK retailers like Argos, John Lewis, and Smyths have begun listing Switch 2 Editions of popular games such as The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild , Tears of the Kingdom , Super Mario Party Jamboree , and Kirby and the Forgotten Land . These enhanced re-releases are going for £65 each , while GAME takes it even further by pricing some at £67 . That’s a steep jump, considering many of these games originally launched on the first-gen Switch—or even earlier, like Breath of the Wild which first appeared on the Wii U!
Now, it’s not just a price hike for the sake of it. Nintendo is including new content and features exclusive to the Switch 2 editions. For instance, Tears of the Kingdom now includes something called “Zelda Notes,” a streamlined system designed to help players navigate Hyrule more efficiently. And Kirby and the Forgotten Land ? That one’s getting a fresh remixed campaign called Star-Crossed World . So yes, there’s actual value being added, but it still stings for those who already bought these games once—or even twice.
The console itself will retail at £395.99 , or £429.99 if you go for the Mario Kart World bundle . And while Nintendo is offering upgrade packs for existing game owners to access these new features, we don’t yet have clear pricing or availability details on those.
It’s a bold move. Nintendo is betting that players will be willing to pay again for the games they already love—this time polished for a new generation. And sure, there’s some magic in revisiting these beloved titles with improved visuals and new mechanics. But it does raise a question: are we okay with essentially re-buying nostalgia at premium prices?
Still, with hands-on previews already showing strong impressions of the new hardware and games, it's hard not to get a little hyped. June can't come soon enough, whether you're a day-one buyer or just watching the spectacle unfold.
The Switch 2 is shaping up to be a fresh chapter in Nintendo’s story. Let’s just hope the magic outweighs the math.
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