EU Batteries Legislation

'Nintendo products are fully compliant with these requirements' — A new Nintendo Switch 2 model featuring a removable battery will be released in the EU soon to meet regulations

Nintendo will soon release a revised Nintendo Switch 2 model in Europe featuring a replaceable battery to comply with the EU Batteries Legislation, which takes effect in February 2027. The company stated that its products are compliant with all applicable EU directives and regulations, including those aimed at environmental protection and consumer safety. This change ensures batteries integrated into certain appliances sold in the EU are easily replaceable by end-users.