Minecraft Switch players can claim a free Switch 2 upgrade until January 31, 2027

Nintendo and Mojang Studios confirmed a free upgrade from the digital Nintendo Switch version of Minecraft to the Switch 2 edition. The game arrives on the new console on October 27, 2026.

Owners of the digital version can claim the Switch 2 equivalent through the Nintendo eShop until January 31, 2027. Nintendo says the offer will be available in most territories.

Upgrade terms and collection discounts

No confirmed upgrade program has been announced for physical Nintendo Switch copies. The Deluxe Collection and Ultimate Collection are instead currently listed with discounts of 75% and 60%, respectively, based on the information provided.

Switch 2 edition features

The edition supports Vibrant Visuals, a visual upgrade with improved lighting, shadows and water reflections. The feature is unavailable in some gameplay situations, including split-screen play and certain Marketplace worlds and content.

Players can carry over Nintendo Switch worlds, use cross-platform play and join Realms Plus sessions with up to 10 friends. Cross-platform play requires a Microsoft Account, while online multiplayer requires a separately sold Nintendo Switch Online membership.

The edition also includes the Super Mario Mash-Up Pack, featuring a themed world, 15 tracks and 40 character skins. Marketplace Pass or Realms Plus provides more than 150 worlds, skin and texture packs, and other content refreshed monthly.