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.

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Nintendo Switch Family Discontinuation Set for Early 2027

Nintendo will cease sales of the original Switch, Switch Lite, and OLED models globally in mid-February 2027. This move is partly driven by upcoming EU regulations concerning replaceable batteries. New Nintendo products, including a Switch 2 model with swappable batteries, are expected to launch this summer.

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Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite and Switch OLED Will Be Discontinued in February 2027 for EuropeNintendo has announced plans to discontinue the original Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite, and Switch OLED models in European markets starting mid-February 2027. This decision is reportedly due to regional regulations requiring user-replaceable batteries for future devices. Production will continue through 2026, with the company aiming to provide a strong foundation for its successor. Gaming Bolt · 7 days ago
Say farewell to the original Switch – in Europe at least, as Nintendo slips out it will no longer be shipped to retailers from Feb 2027Nintendo will cease shipping the original Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, and Nintendo Switch – OLED Model hardware to European retailers starting mid-February 2027. This decision is influenced by new European Union regulations regarding replaceable batteries, making it impractical to continue manufacturing these models. Existing services and accessories for the Nintendo Switch family will remain available. Escapist Magazine · 8 days ago
Nintendo to discontinue original Switch consoles in Europe in 2027Nintendo 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. Shack News · 8 days ago

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