Nintendo will cease production of all original Switch models for the European market in February 2027 due to new EU right-to-repair legislation requiring replaceable batteries. The Switch 2 launches at $500, removing the affordable entry point that the $200 Switch Lite provided for budget-conscious players across Europe.
The original Nintendo Switch model will no longer be produced or distributed in Europe, marking a significant shift in the region's market. This move follows the launch of the Nintendo Switch OLED Model and growing demand for enhanced gaming experiences. Players in Europe will soon only have access to the newer Switch variants.
Nintendo CEO Shuntaro Furukawa has confirmed plans to continue supporting the original Nintendo Switch for years to come, alongside the newer Switch 2. With over 155 million Switch units sold, the company aims to encourage a gradual transition to Switch 2. This strategy contrasts with the more immediate cross-gen approaches seen with Sony and Xbox.
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