Nintendo Details Switch 2 Launch Titles and Zelda 40th Anniversary Console

During its September 2026 Direct presentation, Nintendo announced a slate of upcoming Switch 2 games, including new entries in the Pikmin and Monster Hunter franchises, alongside legacy titles added to Switch Online. The company also revealed preorders for a limited-edition Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 console, which sold out rapidly upon release.

9 Sept, 14:16 — 9 Sept, 14:26

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Why this matters

The rapid sell-out indicates strong consumer demand for the Switch 2 platform despite its high price point, signaling a successful launch strategy for Nintendo. The presence of scalpers highlights potential supply chain constraints and consumer frustration, which could impact long-term brand sentiment if not addressed.

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The Story

What 5 sources agree on, dispute, and miss

What sources agree on

Nintendo released a special edition Switch 2 console for The Legend of Zelda's 40th anniversary
The console sold out rapidly after preorders opened
The release coincides with news regarding Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake

Key claims3 agreed · 1 unverified

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Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 console sold out in minutes

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Scalper prices for the console reached up to $900 on eBay

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Monster Hunter Wilds releases on December 4, 2026

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Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake was showcased during the announcement

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Market Impact and Scalping

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Emphasizes the secondary market chaos, noting prices soaring to $900 on eBay

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Focuses on the visual appeal and celebratory nature of the hardware, ignoring resale issues

Associated Game News

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Highlights Monster Hunter Wilds as a major concurrent announcement

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Highlights Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake as the key accompanying news

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Specific details on scalper pricing and eBay market surge

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Information about Monster Hunter Wilds release date

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Specific details on scalper pricing and eBay market surge
Information about Monster Hunter Wilds release date

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Coverage leans: center

The coverage is commercially focused and neutral, prioritizing product announcements and sales metrics over political or ideological framing.

Sources

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Coverage Timeline

First report: klix-ba · 9 Sept, 06:27|Full coverage: 5 · 12h|Window: 12h

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klix-ba9 Sept, 06:27First to report

U oktobru stiže specijalno izdanje konzole Nintendo Switch 2 povodom 40. godišnjice igre The Legend of Zelda

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Nintendo slavi 40 godina Zelde posebnim Switchom 2. Izgleda odlično

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screen-rant9 Sept, 14:16

2002 Nintendo GameCube Classic Added To Nintendo Switch Online

ign9 Sept, 14:26

Meccha Chameleon Sneaks Onto Nintendo Switch 2 Later Today

4h later

el-universal-english9 Sept, 18:18Latest update

Nintendo Details Switch 2 Launch Titles and Zelda 40th Anniversary Console

Why this matters

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Key claims3 agreed · 1 unverified

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Meccha Chameleon Sneaks Onto Nintendo Switch 2 Later Today

2002 Nintendo GameCube Classic Added To Nintendo Switch Online

Coverage Timeline

U oktobru stiže specijalno izdanje konzole Nintendo Switch 2 povodom 40. godišnjice igre The Legend of Zelda

Nintendo slavi 40 godina Zelde posebnim Switchom 2. Izgleda odlično

2002 Nintendo GameCube Classic Added To Nintendo Switch Online

Meccha Chameleon Sneaks Onto Nintendo Switch 2 Later Today

Nintendo Direct de septiembre 2026: todos los anuncios y estrenos relevantes para la Switch 2

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Key claims3 agreed · 1 unverified

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