Nintendo fans finally have clarity on what it will cost to bring Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom into the next generation. While Nintendo didn’t drop the details during their most recent Direct, a new IGN interview with Bill Trinen, Nintendo of America’s VP of Product and Player Experience, has revealed the official pricing for the Zelda Switch 2 upgrade packs.
Official Price: $9.99 Per Upgrade
According to Trinen, each game’s upgrade pack will cost just $9.99 USD, provided players already own the base software. That means if you have both Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, upgrading both titles will cost a total of $19.98.
This pricing is more affordable than many fans feared, especially given rumors of a $30-$40 bundle. Still, some were hoping the upgrades might be free, similar to how some third-party studios handle next-gen patches.
What About International Pricing?
Nintendo hasn’t confirmed international prices just yet, but it’s expected that regional pricing will align closely with the $9.99 USD benchmark. For now, fans outside the U.S. will need to stay tuned for localized announcements.
What’s Included in the Upgrade Packs?
While exact technical specs haven’t been detailed, fans can expect the following enhancements:
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Improved visual fidelity, potentially up to 4K resolution
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Smoother frame rates thanks to Switch 2 hardware
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Faster loading times
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Potential bonus features or quality-of-life tweaks (to be confirmed)
Who’s Eligible for the Upgrade?
Only players who already own the digital or physical copies of the respective base games will be eligible to purchase the upgrade packs. Nintendo has not mentioned whether any sort of “complete edition” will be offered for newcomers.
No Official Release Date Yet
While pricing is confirmed, Nintendo hasn’t set an exact release date for the upgrade packs. It’s widely speculated that they’ll launch alongside the Nintendo Switch 2, rumored for late 2025.
Final Thoughts
At just $9.99, the Zelda Switch 2 Upgrade Packs are shaping up to be a great value proposition for returning players. Whether you’re planning a return trip to Hyrule or gearing up for a second run, the Switch 2 enhancements could make it the definitive Zelda experience.