Minecraft is finally out on Nintendo Switch 2. The game landed on the console on October 27, 2026, and if you already own the digital Switch version, you can get the new Standard Edition for free.

Some Minecraft owners are eligible to receive a free upgrade of the game's Switch 2 edition, but others are being left behind.

Ahead of the release of Minecraft on the Switch 2 on 27th October 2026, Mojang has now sent pre-orders for this version of the game live. It's also provided some additional information about the ...

Minecraft Bedrock Update 26.60 is live with native Nintendo Switch 2 support, a new cold-weather Ice Cave biome, and gameplay bug fixes.

Minecraft launches on Nintendo Switch 2 with Vibrant Visuals, Super Mario content, and a limited-time free upgrade for eligible digital owners today.

Minecraft enthusiasts can now explore the 26.70.24 beta and preview, which unveils exciting new gameplay elements including ...

Minecraft will get a native Switch 2 port on October 27 with default "Vibrant Visuals"-enhanced lighting, fog, reflections, directional lighting, and richer shadows-plus the Super Mario Mash-Up ...

Minecraft is finally launching on the Nintendo Switch 2 this fall, giving Mojang's blockbuster sandbox game a native version built to take advantage of Nintendo's new hardware and bringing a massive ...

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For those who have a Nintendo Switch 2, Minecraft may look and perform better on the handheld in the near future. Based on a recent ESRB rating update, Minecraft might be getting a native version on ...

Minecraft is now out on Nintendo Switch 2! And if you’ve had a chance to spy on someone playing, you’ll know the game looks especially lush on the console. That’s because Minecraft for Nintendo ...