12 Switch Games with FREE Switch 2 Updates

RetroRaconteur May 23, 2025
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So Nintendo recently confirmed a number of free upgrades coming to Switch 1 games when you play on Switch 2. In this video, we’ll be diving into all the details to cover what’s actually getting upgraded for free here. Nintendo has officially revealed that 12 first-party Switch 1 games will receive free upgrades when played on the Switch 2. All of these updates will be available from day 1 when the Switch 2 releases. ═══════════ 🎮 Official Details ═══════════ The next evolution of the Nintendo Switch system is here! Bring games to life with a larger 1080p screen—or connect to a TV and play in up to 4K resolution*. Support for HDR and frame rates up to 120 fps let you enjoy vivid color, clarity, and smooth gameplay. Snap the new Joy-Con™ 2 controllers into place with magnetic connectors. Each controller can even be used as a mouse in compatible games. Experience new, exclusive games like Mario Kart™ World only on Nintendo Switch 2. Plus, you can enjoy compatible games from your Nintendo Switch library. Official List of Switch 1 Games with Free Updates: https://www.nintendo.com/us/gaming-systems/switch-2/transfer-guide/games-with-free-updates/ ═══════════ Support the Channel! ═══════════ ► | SUBSCRIBE @RetroRaconteur ® | BECOME A MEMBER OF HOUSE RACONTEUR Join this channel to get access to custom emotes, exclusive videos, and more! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpAEEhkRIeHyjl0EbYiNo5g/join 👾 | JOIN OUR DISCORD https://discord.gg/sPsYxcQ9p3 💵| DONATE https://streamlabs.com/retroraconteur/tip 🎮 | Epic Creator Code: RACONTEUR 🛒 | AMAZON PROMOTIONS Use our affiliate* link when you shop at Amazon! https://amzn.to/3SkOdMF *This description contains affiliate links, which means if you purchase products through the link, I’ll receive a small commission. This helps support the channel at no additional cost to you. Thank you for your support! ═══════════ Timestamps ══════════ 0:00 - Free Switch Upgrades 0:42 - Arms 1:11 - Big Brain Academy: Brain vs Brain 1:22 - Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker 1:52 - Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics 2:05 - Game Builder Garage 2:29 - New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe 2:52 - Pokémon Scarlet & Violet 3:44 - Super Mario 3D World | Bowser's Fury 4:20 - Super Mario Odyssey 4:41 - Echoes of Wisdom 5:01 - Link's Awakening 5:24 - Other Zelda games? 5:56 - Should you buy? ═══════════🎵 Music ════════════ Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: THE ODDS by Boy* https://tunetank.com/track/6683-the-odds/ ═══════════ Hashtags ════════════ #nintendoswitch2 #switch2 #nintendo

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