Nintendo to Release Switch 2 with Removable Battery in Europe by 2027

Nintendo is developing a revised Switch 2 console featuring a user-replaceable battery to comply with the European Union's new right-to-repair regulations effective by February 2027. This change is significant as it addresses regulatory requirements mandating easier battery replacement for portable electronics, including Joy-Con 2 controllers. While focused on the European market, it sets a precedent for future hardware design changes prompted by regional legislation, with no announced plans for a global rollout yet.