Nintendo Plans Switch 2 Revamp with Replaceable Batteries Following EU Regulations

March 20, 2026
Nintendo Plans Switch 2 Revamp with Replaceable Batteries Following EU Regulations
  • Nintendo is reportedly planning a regional hardware revision of the next-generation Switch 2 to include a replaceable battery, starting with Europe in response to EU repair and battery regulations.

  • The change aims to modify specifications for easy battery replacement, with potential expansion to Japan and the United States if consumer awareness about the right to repair grows.

  • Reports from Nikkei, via NintendoEverything, suggest redesigns to both the tablet portion and the Joy-Con controllers to provide access to removable lithium batteries.

  • Final Weapon’s review lauds Pokopia as an engaging title with activities like artifact hunting, island decoration, and meeting Pokémon, contributing to strong reception.

  • Official confirmation is pending, and readers are advised to await an official announcement.

  • Crimson Desert has sold around 2 million copies in under a day, signaling strong initial demand despite mixed reviews citing performance issues.

  • Sales for Crimson Desert are reported near 2 million in the first 24 hours, underscoring strong momentum despite a buggy state noted by reviews.

  • Reports circulate that Chuck Norris, a Hollywood icon, has died at 86, alongside ongoing internet jokes about retroactive death claims.

  • The Handheld Mode Boost feature is a software update rather than a hardware revision.

  • Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa notes profitability depends on exchange rates, tariffs, and component procurement, with efforts to improve procurement amid memory shortages.

  • A software update coincides with rumors, adding 1080p upscaling in handheld mode for older games, while Pokémon Pokopia is highlighted as a notable upcoming title.

  • Nintendo has not officially confirmed the revised model or release timing; details remain uncertain and could see a global rollout later if regulatory pressure or demand expands.

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