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Nintendo says Minecraft for Nintendo Switch 2 can be pre-ordered ahead of its October 27 launch. Digital Nintendo Switch owners can upgrade to the Switch 2 Standard Edition free in most territories through the end of January 2027.
The Deluxe Collection includes three add-ons, three exclusive Character Creator items, and 700 Minecoins.
A physical Nintendo Switch 2 version can also be pre-ordered at retail.
The free digital upgrade is excluded in Japan and Taiwan, where Nintendo lists fees of 100 JPY and 30 NTD.
Source: Nintendo, 2026-10-07. Read the original announcement
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