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Nintendo Switch 2 Zelda 40th Edition Launches Oct 29 for $519.99

Simon Ellis 2 min read

Nintendo Switch 2 Zelda 40th Edition launches Oct 29 for $519.99. Includes green Joy- Cons, gold accents, and matching Pro Controller options.

Nintendo Switch 2 Zelda 40th Edition Launches Oct 29 for $519.99
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is launching a special edition Switch 2 console to mark the 40th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda. This bundle targets collectors and long-time fans who want themed hardware rather than the standard gray model. The release sets a higher entry price for the platform, which may limit availability for casual buyers.

Special edition console and accessories arrive October 29

The console features green Joy-Con 2 controllers with gold accents and a dock displaying the Triforce symbol. Nintendo positions this as a premium alternative to the base Switch 2. The package does not include The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, which remains a separate purchase.

The special edition console costs $519.99 and ships on October 29. Nintendo offers a matching Pro Controller for $99.99 in standard form or $109.99 with a display stand. A themed carrying case with a screen protector is available for $39.99.

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is sold separately for $69.99 on Amazon. We touched on Nintendo Sets September 8 for Zelda in our earlier Nintendo coverage. This pricing structure allows buyers to customize their bundle without paying for software they may already own.

Nintendo confirms the October 29 release date for the special edition hardware and accessories. Buyers can pre-order the console, controllers, and case through the Nintendo online store and Amazon. The launch establishes a clear price floor for premium Switch 2 configurations.

Source: NotebookCheck