Minecraft is officially coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 27, 2026. Mojang has confirmed the release date, giving Switch 2 owners a new version of the popular sandbox game to look forward to.
Minecraft Arrives on Switch 2
The Switch 2 version will launch on October 27. For players who already own Minecraft on the original Nintendo Switch, there will also be a digital upgrade path to the new version.
Digital Upgrade for Existing Players
If you already own Minecraft on Nintendo Switch, you won't have to start from scratch with a completely separate purchase. An upgrade option will be available for existing players moving to Switch 2.
Details about the exact improvements and features of the Switch 2 version have not been fully revealed yet. Mojang is expected to share more information closer to launch.
Coming October 27
Minecraft will officially arrive on Nintendo Switch 2 on October 27, 2026. If you're planning to upgrade to Nintendo's new console, this gives you another reason to bring your Minecraft worlds along for the ride.
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