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Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Preorders Open for Switch 2

Author : Daniel Update : Sep 20,2025

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition

Launching exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5, this enhanced version bundles the original Nintendo Switch game with performance upgrades optimized for Switch 2, plus bonus Zelda Notes accessible through the Nintendo Switch app. Preorders are now available (check listings at Target). Continue reading for complete details.

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition box art

$79.99 at Target
$79.00 at Walmart
$79.99 at GameStop

The premium pricing reflects Nintendo's new tiered pricing structure for Switch 2 titles. Originally released at $69.99 for Switch - among the platform's few full-priced titles - this enhanced version carries a $10 surcharge for next-gen improvements.

Standalone Upgrade Option Available

The package includes both the original Switch version and Switch 2 enhancement pack. Existing owners of the Switch edition can purchase just the $10 upgrade pack separately.

Free Upgrade for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Members

Subscribers to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack receive the Switch 2 upgrade at no additional cost when they already own Tears of the Kingdom.

What's Included

This definitive edition combines the complete original Tears of the Kingdom experience with significant technical improvements for Switch 2:

Higher frame rates
Reduced loading times
Enhanced resolution
Improved textures

From our acclaimed 10/10 review: "Tears of the Kingdom surpasses its legendary predecessor through inventive building mechanics, meaningful quality-of-life improvements, and an expansive world that redefines open-world possibilities. Nintendo has crafted another masterpiece that elevates the Zelda legacy to new heights."