The highly anticipated The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is slated for an exclusive release on the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5. This edition not only includes the acclaimed original game from the Nintendo Switch but also comes with enhanced features tailored for the Switch 2, along with the added benefit of Zelda Notes accessible through the Nintendo Switch app. Preorders are currently open, and you can secure your copy at Target for $69.99.

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition

Priced at $69.99, you can find this game at various retailers such as Target, Walmart, and GameStop. Despite being an older game, Nintendo is not offering any discounts, meaning you'll need to pay full price for the original Switch game plus an additional $10 for the Switch 2 upgrade. It's a bit of a tough pill to swallow, but the enhancements may justify the cost for many fans.

Upgrade Pack Is Also Available Separately

This edition bundles the original Switch game with the Switch 2 Edition upgrade pack. If you already own the game on the original Switch, you can opt to purchase the upgrade pack separately for $10, which can be a cost-saving option.

Upgrade Pack Is Free with Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack

For those who own Breath of the Wild and are subscribed to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, the upgrade to the Switch 2 Edition is included at no extra cost. This perk is a welcome addition, especially given the additional fees associated with the new console's rollout.

What is The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition?

This package encompasses the full original Switch game, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, combined with the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition upgrade pack. The upgrade offers improved performance, including faster frame rates and load times, as well as enhanced resolution and textures, making the game look and run better on the Nintendo Switch 2 than ever before on the original Switch.

From our original review of Breath of the Wild: "The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is a masterclass in open-world design and a watershed game that reinvents a 30-year-old franchise. It presents a wonderful sandbox full of mystery, dangling dozens upon dozens of tantalizing things in front of you that just beg to be explored. I’ve had so many adventures in Breath of the Wild, and each one has a unique story behind what led me to them, making them stories on top of stories. And even after I’ve spent more than 50 hours searching the far reaches of Hyrule, I still manage to come across things I haven’t seen before. I’ll easily spend 50 to 100 more trying to track down its fascinating moments."

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