Minecraft Java Edition Nintendo Switch

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Minecraft native version announced for Nintendo Switch 2

Mojang Studios confirmed during June 2026’s Nintendo Direct that Minecraft is finally getting a dedicated Nintendo Switch 2 version, ending the console’s reliance on backward compatibility with the original Switch release.

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Minecraft builds a native Switch 2 version this year

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Xenoblade Genesis announced for Nintendo Switch 2

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Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna - The Golden Country Free Switch 2 Upgrade Confirmed

One of the highlights of the latest Nintendo Direct was the news Xenoblade Chronicles 1,2 and 3 are all getting Switch 2 Editions.

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Xenoblade fans keep winning with new sequel and three Switch 2 ports

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Enjoy Vibrant Visuals With Minecraft's Native Switch 2 Release

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ESRB post confirms Minecraft Switch 2 edition is coming

A native, non-backwards-compatible Minecraft may be coming to Nintendo Switch 2, based on a recent ESRB rating update.

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Minecraft Java vs. Bedrock: A full breakdown of Minecraft's two major versions and which one you should buy

Minecraft: Java Edition is the original version of the game for computers, while Bedrock is a newer version available on nearly every device.