Minecraft arrives today, October 27, 2026, in its native version for the Nintendo Switch 2. The edition brings Vibrant Visuals graphics as the default experience and the updated Super Mario Mash-Up Pack.
Owners of the digital version of Minecraft on the original Switch can upgrade for free to the Switch 2 Standard Edition until the end of January 2027 in most territories. Those with a physical copy need to buy the new version.
What it includes
- Vibrant Visuals (enhanced lighting and shadows) as default.
- Super Mario Mash-Up Pack with exclusive music and skins.
- Standard (around $29.99), Deluxe, and Ultimate Collection editions.
- Local and online multiplayer support (requires Nintendo Switch Online).
The launch strengthens the Switch 2 catalog in its first year, placing one of the best-selling games in history on the platform natively.
Sources
Image credit: Mojang / Nintendo
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