Every free Switch 2 update for original Switch games, including Pokemon Scarlet/Violet

Nintendo has detailed what improvements players should expect with the free Switch 2 update for the original Switch game, such as Pokemon Scarlet/Violet, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdomand super mario odyssey. Benefits include improved frame rates and HDR support.

Switch 2 backwards compatible Almost all original Switch games work, but there are some exceptions. So far, Nintendo has only said these 12 games are getting free updates for the Switch 2, and there's no indication that other games will get patches in the future. additional Game sharing and game chat room Functions are two new social features launched on Switch 2. The former allows players to share their games with others with just one copy of the game (even on the original Switch). GameChat, meanwhile, lets people chat online and even share their gameplay over the internet.

Nintendo website Gameplay details for the Switch 2 update have been provided, as Pokemon Scarlet/Violet will see better image quality and higher frame rates on the upcoming hybrid console. There are signs that it does run much smoother than the original Switch.

Meanwhile, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom will receive upgraded image quality and HDR support, but the game's previously reported framerate issues have yet to be confirmed. However, there is speculation that the game will have uncensored frame rates and would naturally benefit from running on the more powerful Switch 2.

In addition to these free updates, there will be Switch 2 paid game versionFor example The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild/Tears of the Kingdom and “Metroid 4: Beyond.”

Here's a list of Switch games getting free Switch 2 updates and how they'll be improved. Don't forget that the system's tablets have HDR support, but require a compatible TV in docked mode.