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Nintendo reportedly planning revised Switch 2 model with replaceable battery in EU

… This is according to Japanese outlet Nikkei via Cover Geek , which said the firm is aligning with 2023 EU legislation mandating replaceable batteries in portable consoles by 2027. If implemented, users could replace the batteries in both the Switch 2 console and its Joy-Con 2 controllers. …

Mar 23, 2026 · News by Sophie McEvoy Staff Writer

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Nintendo confirms revised Switch 2 console with replaceable battery for EU consumers

Nintendo has announced a revised Switch 2 console for Europe to comply with legislation requiring replaceable batteries . …

Jun 8, 2026 · News by Sophie McEvoy Staff Writer

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Nintendo reportedly adjusting Switch 2 production after weak holiday sales

… Yesterday, reports suggested Nintendo plans to release a revised Switch 2 model in the EU with a replaceable battery . This move would comply with 2023 EU legislation requiring all portable consoles to have replaceable batteries by 2027.

Mar 24, 2026 · News by Sophie McEvoy Staff Writer