NINTENDO RELEASES ZELDA 40TH ANNIVERSARY SWITCH 2

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TUE, SEP 8, 2026

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Nintendo is launching a special Legend of Zelda 40th anniversary edition Switch 2 console on October 29. The commemorative device celebrates four decades of the iconic franchise.

The anniversary Switch 2 marks Nintendo's celebration of the Legend of Zelda series, which debuted in 1986. The console arrives alongside the franchise's milestone, though specific design details remain limited. Notably, the anniversary edition does not include a copy of Ocarina of Time, despite the N64 classic being one of gaming's most celebrated titles. Pricing and pre-order details have not been confirmed by Nintendo. The October 29 release date positions the console as a key holiday season offering. The Switch 2, Nintendo's successor to the original Switch, continues the company's hybrid console approach. The Zelda edition joins other themed Nintendo hardware launches, capitalizing on the franchise's enduring popularity among players worldwide.

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