All Paid and Free Game Updates for Nintendo Switch 2: Complete List

All Paid and Free Game Updates for Nintendo Switch 2: Complete List

Vladislav Sham
June 14, 2025, 02:59 PM

Many games from the original Switch are also available on the new Nintendo console. Moreover, they have received improvements in graphics and performance, and some — unique gamechat and gameshare features. However, in some cases, you have to pay for these updates. In this article, we will break down all major N projects available on Switch 2 from the previous hybrid device.

Note: all purchased upgrades for your games are only available on Switch 2.

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (already available, $9.99 on Nintendo eShop)

  • Improved frame rate and resolution.
  • HDR support.
  • Faster loading.
  • Access to the new Zelda Notes app.

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (already available, $9.99 on Nintendo eShop)

  • Improved resolution and frame rate.
  • HDR feature support.
  • Reduced loading times.
  • Access to the Zelda Notes app.

Super Mario Party Jamboree – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (available from July 24, $19.99 on Nintendo eShop)

  • Adds new modes that use the microphone, mouse control, and USB-C camera.
  • Adds a new way to play, Jamboree TV. Runs at 1440p in TV mode, 1080p in tabletop and handheld modes.
  • Adds USB-C camera functionality. Cameraplay mode allows players to appear in-game.
  • Increases frame rate and resolution.
  • Adds Gameshare compatibility for local multiplayer.

Kirby and the Forgotten Land – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (available from August 28, $19.99 on Nintendo eShop)

  • Adds a new story called Star-Crossed World.
  • Increases resolution and frame rate.

Pokemon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (available from October 16, $9.99 on Nintendo eShop)

  • Improved frame rate and resolution.

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (available in 2025, upgrade price not yet known)

  • Joy-Con 2 mouse control support.
  • Improved frame rate and resolution.
  • Faster loading.
  • Two display modes were added: quality mode (60 fps, 4K resolution) and performance mode (120 fps, 1080p resolution).

Free Game Updates for Nintendo Switch 2

To access them, simply insert the cartridge into Switch 2 or download the game to the new console via eShop.

ARMS (update already available)

  • Improved graphics.
  • Improved frame rate.
  • HDR support.

Big Brain Academy (upgrade already available)

  • Party mode for four players added.
  • Gamechat feature introduced.

Captain Toad Treasure Tracker (update already available)

  • Improved graphics.
  • HD support.
  • Co-op play for two players on all levels.
  • Gamechat feature added.

Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics (upgrade already available)

  • Added two-player co-op for 34 games.
  • Gamechat feature introduced.

Game Builder Garage (update already available)

  • Improved graphics.
  • Switch 2 Joycon mouse control.

New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe (upgrade already available)

  • Improved graphics.

Pokemon Scarlet & Violet (update already available)

  • Improved graphics.
  • Increased frame rate.

Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury (upgrade already available)

  • Improved graphics.
  • Increased frame rate.
  • HDR support.
  • Gamesshare and Gamechat features added.

Super Mario Odyssey (upgrade already available)

  • Improved graphics.
  • HDR support.
  • Gamechat and Gamesshare features added.

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom (update already available)

  • Improved graphics.
  • HDR support.

Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening (upgrade already available)

  • Improved graphics.
  • HDR support.
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