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Les jeux de la Switch 2 affichent des prix élevés

by Gabriel Mar 31,2026

You've provided a detailed and up-to-date summary of Nintendo's pricing strategy for upgrading select games from the original Nintendo Switch (Switch 1) to the new Nintendo Switch 2 Edition — including some notable pricing discrepancies that have sparked discussion among fans and analysts.

Here’s a concise, well-structured breakdown and analysis of the key points you've shared, suitable for publication or commentary:


📢 Nintendo Switch 2 Upgrade Pricing: A Major Jump for Kirby and Mario Party

Nintendo has officially announced pricing for upgrading two major titles to the Switch 2 Edition, and the cost is significantly higher than previous upgrades — raising eyebrows across the gaming community.

🔁 Upgrade Fees Compared:

  • The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Switch 1 → Switch 2): $9.99
  • The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (Switch 1 → Switch 2): $9.99
  • Kirby and the Forgotten Land – Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World Expansion: $19.99 (estimated U.S. price)
  • Super Mario Party Jamboree – Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV: $19.99 (estimated U.S. price)

💡 Note: While U.S. pricing hasn’t yet appeared on the eShop — potentially due to tariff uncertainty under a new administration — the UK eShop lists both upgrades at £16.99 / €19.99, over twice the cost of the Zelda upgrades.


🎮 What’s Included in the Switch 2 Edition Upgrades?

Kirby and the Forgotten Land – Switch 2 Edition

  • New narrative content via the Star-Crossed World expansion
  • Enhanced visuals and performance (up to 1440p, improved frame rates)
  • Full integration with Switch 2 features: Joy-Con 2 mouse controls, built-in microphone, and optional USB-C camera (sold separately)

💥 Retail price: $79.99 (includes Star-Crossed World), compared to $59.99 for the original Switch version.

Super Mario Party Jamboree – Switch 2 Edition

  • New Jamboree TV content suite
  • Designed to leverage Joy-Con 2 mouse, mic, and USB-C camera
  • Higher resolution (up to 1440p), smoother gameplay
  • Additional minigames and enhanced online multiplayer features

💥 Retail price: $79.99 (includes Jamboree TV), up $20 from original $59.99.

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Switch 2 Edition

  • Upgraded graphics and performance
  • Integrated Zelda Notes feature (via Nintendo Switch Online app)
  • Achievements and enhanced load times
  • Price: $69.99 (original was $60)

🎯 Currently, Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscribers get the upgrade to Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom for free — a perk not extended to Kirby or Mario Party users yet.


🛒 Switch 2 Launch Pricing & Availability

  • Nintendo Switch 2 Console: $449.99
  • Pre-orders opened April 24, 2025
  • Availability: Extremely limited due to overwhelming demand
  • U.S. customers who pre-ordered via My Nintendo Store were warned: "Delivery date not guaranteed" due to high volume

🔍 Why the Higher Upgrade Fees for Kirby and Mario Party?

The $20 upgrade fee for both Kirby and Super Mario Party Jamboree likely reflects:

  1. Significant new content (expansions, TV mode features, camera/mouse support)
  2. Major hardware integration (new Joy-Con features, camera, mic)
  3. Higher base retail price ($79.99 vs $59.99 for original versions)
  4. No free upgrade offers for these titles — unlike the Zelda titles for Online subscribers

⚠️ This pricing model may signal a shift: Nintendo is treating major Switch 2 titles as "premium upgrades" with real value, not just cosmetic patches.


📌 Final Takeaway:

While $10 for a Breath of the Wild upgrade feels reasonable (especially for subscribers), $20 for a Kirby or Mario Party upgrade — especially when it includes new expansions and hardware features — might be seen as a premium service, not a standard digital upgrade.

But with enhanced gameplay, new story content, and full use of Switch 2 hardware, it’s not entirely unreasonable. That said, Nintendo risks alienating players who expected parity with the Zelda upgrade pricing — especially since these two games are among the most anticipated for Switch 2.

🔗 For more details: Check out IGN’s Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Order Guide to stay updated on availability, pricing, and system specs.


🎮 Bottom Line:
The Switch 2 upgrade model is evolving — and $20 isn’t just a fee, it’s an investment in new experiences. But with the price gap widening, Nintendo may need to clarify whether future upgrades will follow the same tiered pricing or if exclusivity in benefits will continue to drive cost.


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