Game FreakThe Switch 2 will launch with free and paid upgrades that enhance the visuals and performance of several Switch games, like Pokemon Scarlet & Violet, Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Super Mario Odyssey, and more.
While the Switch 2 editions of games like Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Hogwarts Legacy will require players to purchase an upgrade pack, Nintendo has now revealed details about all the free Switch game enhancements that will be released at launch.
The Switch 2 upgrades may improve graphics, performance, and even add support for features such as GameShare to existing Switch games. Each title offers different improvements, so to make your life easier, we’ve listed every free Switch 2 game upgrade and all the enhancements they will receive.
All free Switch 2 game upgrades
There are currently 12 Nintendo Switch games that will be getting free enhancement updates on the Switch 2. The free enhancements will be available to download alongside the Switch 2 launch on June 5, 2025.
| GAME | EHANCEMENTS |
 51 Worldwide Games | GameShare support: Up to four people can play 34 games. Share locally or share online via GameChat. |
 ARMS | Visuals: optimised for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality.Frame rate: optimised for Nintendo Switch 2 for smoother movement (even when playing with three or more players).HDR support |
 Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain | GameShare support: Up to four people can play in Party Mode. Share locally or share online via GameChat. |
 Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker | Visuals: Optimised for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality.HDR supportGameShare support: Two people can play all of the courses. Share locally or share online via GameChat. |
 Game Builder Garage | Visuals: Optimised for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality.Supports Joy-Con 2 mouse controls. |
 New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe | Visuals: optimised for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality. |
 Pokemon Scarlet | Visuals: optimised for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality.Frame rate: Improved for smoother movement on Nintendo Switch 2. |
| Pokemon Violet | Visuals: optimised for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality.Frame rate: Improved for smoother movement on Nintendo Switch 2. |
 Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury | Visuals: Optimised for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality.Frame rate: Improved for smoother movement on Nintendo Switch 2 (including Bowser’s Fury).HDR support GameShare compatibility: Up to four people can play Super Mario 3D World. In Bowser’s Fury, two people can play together, with one player controlling Mario and the other controlling Bowser Jr. Share locally or share online via GameChat. |
 Super Mario Odyssey | Visuals: Optimised for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality.HDR support GameShare support: Two people can play together, with one player controlling Mario and the other controlling Cappy. Share locally or share online via GameChat |
 The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom | Visuals: Optimised for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality.HDR support |
 The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening | Visuals: optimised for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs for improved image quality.HDR support |
It’s important to note that Nintendo’s GameChat feature will be free to all Switch 2 players until March 31, 2026. Afterwards, a Nintendo Switch Online membership will be required.
All paid Switch 2 game upgrades
There are currently six paid Switch 2 upgrade games. It’s important to note that if you already own the Switch version of the titles below, you can upgrade to the Switch 2 Edition for a cheaper price.
| GAME | ENHANCEMENTS | PRICE | RELEASE DATE |
 The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition | Improved performance in higher resolutionSupport for the ZELDA NOTES game-specific service via the Nintendo Switch AppHDR support | $79.99Upgrade Pack: $9.99 | June 5, 2025 |
 The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition | Improved performance in higher resolutionSupport for the ZELDA NOTES game-specific service via the Nintendo Switch AppHDR support | $69.99Upgrade Pack: $9.99 | June 5, 2025 |
 Super Mario Party Jamboree – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV | New way to play exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2: Jamboree TVNew modes that use mouse controls, microphone and a compatible USB-C camera (sold separately)Players appear within the game via CameraPlay using a compatible USB-C camera (sold separately)GameShare compatibility for local multiplayerWQHD (1440p) resolution in TV mode, Full HD (1080p) in tabletop mode, and handheld mode | Upgrade Pack: $19.99 | July 24, 2025 |
 Kirby and the Forgotten Land – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World | A new story: Star-Crossed WorldImproved graphics and frame rate | Upgrade Pack: $19.99 | August 28, 2025 |
 Pokemon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition | Improved performance with higher frame rate and resolution | N/A | Late 2025 |
 Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition | Support for mouse controlsSupport for up to 4K resolution when playing in TV modeHDR supportSupport for frame rates of up to 120 fps | N/A | 2025 |
We’ll update this list as soon as Nintendo announces more Switch 2 game upgrades, so be sure to bookmark this page and check back regularly.
In the meantime, head over to our Switch 2 release guide to see the pricing, specs, and launch titles that will be coming to the console.
