What to Expect from Switch 2 Free Upgrades
All 12 games will receive:
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- Enhanced Visuals — Optimized for Switch 2’s display and high-resolution TVs
- Smoother Frame Rates — Many titles will cap at 60 fps in handheld mode
- HDR Support — Where compatible, games will gain high-dynamic-range color
- GameShare Features — Select titles allow local or online co-play via GameChat
The Full List of 12 Updated Games
- ARMS
- Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain (Party Mode + GameChat)
- Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker (HDR + local/online co-op)
- Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics (Up to 4-player share)
- Game Builder Garage (Joy-Con mouse support)
- New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe
- Pokémon Scarlet & Violet (60 fps + visuals)
- Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury (60 fps + HDR + co-op)
- Super Mario Odyssey (HDR + Cappy co-op)
- The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom (HDR)
- The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening (HDR)
These free upgrades ensure your library looks and plays its best on day one of Switch 2. No repurchases needed—just download the patches and experience your favorite Nintendo games at their fullest.
Final Thoughts
The first wave of Switch 2 free upgrades is a promising signal that Nintendo is taking generational continuity seriously. HDR support, 60 fps boosts, and GameShare integrations will make old favorites feel new again.
For longtime fans, this is the easiest reason to upgrade — and for new owners, it’s a polished entry point into Nintendo’s strongest titles.
🔗 Related: Read our full breakdown of Switch 2 hardware specs to see how these upgrades are possible.
