Switch 2 Upgrades Costing $20?

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Summary

  • The upgrade costs for Super Mario Party Jamboree and Kirby and the Forgotten Land have been revealed on the U.K. eShop.
  • Upgrading Super Mario Party Jamboree and Kirby and the Forgotten Land on Switch 2 could cost an extra $20 each in the U.S. if pricing remains consistent.
  • Some fans are unhappy with the high upgrade costs.

Nintendo has disclosed the cost for upgrading both “Super Mario Party Jamboree” and “Kirby and the Forgotten Land” to their respective Nintendo Switch 2 versions, which might not sit well with budget-conscious consumers. The pricing debate between Nintendo and its enthusiasts has been ongoing, with many expressing dissatisfaction over the relatively high costs of the new system and its games. Unfortunately, this dispute seems far from resolution, as the prices for upgrading to the Nintendo Switch 2 versions may cause quite a surprise when seen on receipts.

When Nintendo revealed that upgraded versions of games like “Tears of the Kingdom” would necessitate a paid upgrade during their April 2 Direct presentation, many gamers felt displeased with this news. It was later discovered that “Zelda” Switch 2 upgrade packs would cost $9.99, which somewhat alleviated the concerns for some, but still left an unpleasant taste in others’ mouths, given these costs are for games players have already purchased. Now, Nintendo has discreetly revised its store listings for certain additional Switch 2 editions, and the price hike is even more substantial.

According to NintendoLife’s observation, the U.K. eShop listing for “Super Mario Party Jamboree” on Nintendo Switch 2 reveals that the upgrade pack will be priced at approximately £16.99, which equates to about $22 in US dollars. Interestingly, the US eShop currently does not show any prices for the Switch 2 Edition of any games, although Nintendo has confirmed that “Breath of the Wild” and “Tears of the Kingdom” will be available as upgrades for $9.99 each. The absence of official pricing on the American eShop might be due to uncertainties regarding tariffs. Previously, Nintendo had paused Switch 2 pre-orders to determine tariff pricing, ultimately increasing the price of some Switch 2 accessories while keeping the console itself at its original cost.

Super Mario Party Jamboree and Kirby and the Forgotten Land Could Cost Another $20 on Switch 2

The story in “Kirby and the Forgotten Land” is reminiscent, and its Switch 2 Edition retails at £16.99 in the U.K. eShop and $30 on the Australian site. If American games follow this pattern, gamers might need to spend around $20 to upgrade both “Kirby” and “Mario Party” to their next-gen versions. This is twice as much as what the “Zelda” enhancements cost, but those titles may be cheaper to upgrade due to their popularity. Since “The Forgotten Land” is the top-selling Kirby game, it hasn’t yet achieved the acclaim of games like “TOTK” and “BOTW.” As a result, Nintendo might ask for more for the Switch 2 version because of anticipated lower sales.

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but express my concerns about the upcoming price increase for Super Mario Party Jamboree on Switch 2. Even though it promises additional content, asking gamers to pay $20 to upgrade a game they already own feels like a tall order, especially when comparable upgrades for other games cost just half as much. While the U.S. pricing remains somewhat uncertain, considering the consistent prices across different countries, it seems reasonable to anticipate that American fans might face the same costs.

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2025-04-24 18:16