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Nintendo confirms Switch 2 price for Switch 1 ports – it's more than buying a new game
The fallout from the Nintendo Switch 2 announcement continues, as pricing is finally confirmed for upgraded versions of Switch 1 games — but they could cost you dearlyTech13:15, 08 Apr 2025Breath of the Wild was one of the best games of all time - and it launched alongside the Switch(Image: Nintendo)At a special Nintendo Direct event on April 2, the company revealed the Switch 2, its pricing, and its launch lineup.One of the most exciting tidbits was confirmation that the Switch 2 will be able to play upgraded versions of Switch 1 titles, meaning that while Mario Kart World will headline the initial rollout, there are a wealth of iconic titles to replay or check out for the first time.Article continues belowWe'd be lying if we said 4K visuals on Zelda duo Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom weren't a big factor in preordering the new console, but they'll be joined by "Switch 2 Editions" of Super Mario Party Jamboree, Kirby and the Forgotten Land, and more.Now, however, preorder pricing has been confirmed — and it's steeper than we imagined.It still feels like magic that Tears of the Kingdom runs on the Switch(Image: Steam)While we already knew Switch 2 editions of Switch 1 games would cost $80 in the United States, preorder information confirmed today that physical versions of Super Mario Party Jamboree, Kirby and the Forgotten Land and both 3D Zelda titles will set UK gamers back £66.99.While the games can be played via backward compatibility, Switch 2 owners will need to fork out for improved visuals and fresh features — although this amount is yet to be confirmed by Nintendo.If users are subscribed to Nintendo Switch Online, they can get the Zelda Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom upgrades for free.Mario Kart World is expensive(Image: Nintendo)Much of the community sentiment since the Switch 2 reveal has been fans taking umbrage with the price. The system will cost £395, with Mario Kart World retailing for £75 — albeit discounted when purchased with the system.Pairs of Joy-Con controllers will retail for £75 (the same as the new Pro controller), while the new Nintendo Switch 2 camera will set players back £50.Article continues belowOther information to trickle out since the event have included news that the system's new Joy Con controllers are redesigned from the ground up, but won't have Hall Effect sticks to negate drift, while the 'C' button will seemingly be useless without a Nintendo Switch Online membership.That's on top of President Trump's tariffs causing havoc for Japanese gaming companies.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.
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