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Video: First look at Europe’s new Nintendo Switch 2 model with user-replaceable battery with comparison and teardown
A new European model of the Nintendo Switch 2 has been revealed, featuring a user-replaceable battery and minor design changes. This revision, noted by YouTuber Nintendúo, includes a slightly heavier console and a new 'HLE' serial code, with easier internal access for battery swaps due to updated regulations.
Nintendo to discontinue original Switch consoles in Europe in 2027
Nintendo will discontinue the original Nintendo Switch family of systems in Europe in 2027 to comply with new EU regulations regarding replaceable batteries. The company will begin rolling out new Nintendo products with swappable batteries this summer, including a Nintendo Switch 2 model.
Nintendo says revised Switch 2 with replaceable battery will be available from Autumn 2026
Nintendo of Europe has announced that the Nintendo Switch 2, featuring a replaceable battery, is scheduled for release in Autumn 2026. Some products will begin shipping with replaceable batteries this summer, with Joy-Cons also receiving this update.
Nintendo officially announces revisions for Switch 2 and more in Europe in light of new battery regulations
Nintendo has announced revisions for several European products, including the Nintendo Switch 2, starting summer 2026 to comply with upcoming EU battery regulations effective February 2027. These revisions will primarily involve the introduction of user-replaceable batteries, with minimal changes to functionality or weight. Specific product availability will vary across European countries.
Nintendo announces new Switch 2 with replaceable battery "to meet the Regulation" set out by the EU for waste…
Nintendo has announced a new model of the Nintendo Switch 2 for Europe that will feature a replaceable battery to comply with upcoming EU regulations. These regulations, effective February 18th, 2027, require batteries in certain appliances to be easily replaceable by end-users. The new compliant models will be identifiable by specific model numbers and an 'OSM' code on the packaging.
