Original Switch Games Could Get Performance Boost Without Paid Switch 2 Upgrades

Breath of the Wild” will have an updated version for the Nintendo Switch 2 when it launches on June 5th. This edition might offer enhancements like quicker load times, not just for those who purchase an upgrade, but also for regular Nintendo Switch players. This is due to the original Nintendo Switch games potentially receiving performance upgrades without requiring additional expenditure for the Nintendo Switch 2.

When asked by TopMob if there would be a performance boost in Zelda: Breath of the Wild without upgrading to the Switch 2 Edition, Takuhiro Dohta, the director of Switch 2, responded that playing the game without updates might lead to faster load times and potentially smoother frame rates. However, he noted that these improvements could vary based on how the original game was developed and designed.

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In the past week, Nintendo announced that select Switch games, including Super Mario Odyssey and Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics, are set to receive complimentary upgrades for the Switch 2. The specific enhancements for each game have yet to be detailed, but it’s been confirmed that Clubhouse Games will incorporate GameChat functionality.

When you apply the update to a game and design it specifically for the Nintendo Switch 2, it essentially modifies some of the software to fully utilize the capabilities of the Nintendo Switch 2, resulting in enhanced performance.

Previously, Nintendo guaranteed that games for the Switch will remain compatible even when upgrading to the Switch 2 editions. For example, if you possess Zelda: Breath of the Wild on your current Switch and later opt to purchase the enhanced Switch 2 version, you can still enjoy the original game on your original hybrid console.

Regarding the $450 cost of the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, they’ve discussed the reasons behind its higher price point. It’s important to note that preorders for the US have been postponed due to Trump Administration’s recent tariffs. Furthermore, it seems there won’t be an integrated achievement system. For further details, take a look at TopMob’s early hands-on preview of Switch 2.

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2025-04-07 19:41