The Nintendo Switch has given fans a lot of fun Pokémon games, but it hasn’t always run them well. Recent titles have had big problems, like slow frame rates, weird bugs, and low-quality graphics. These issues have made it harder for some players to enjoy the games as much as they wanted to. Games like Pokémon Sword and Shield, Legends: Arceus, and Scarlet and Violet tried new things but didn’t always run smoothly. Many people believe the Switch just wasn’t strong enough to handle what these games were trying to do.

Now that the Switch 2 is on the way, that might change. Nintendo has already said that some games will get upgrades for the new system, including a few Pokémon titles. These upgrades could help the games run faster, look better, and feel more polished overall. Not every game will get the same kind of update. Some may look or run better, while others could have extra features. Some updates might be free, while others may cost a little money. Still, fans are excited about the chance to play these games again with better performance.

Legends: Z-A Will Get A Switch 2 Upgrade When It Releases

Expect Better Visuals On The Nintendo Switch 2

Pokémon Legends: Z-A is one of the most exciting games coming soon, and it will get a special upgrade for the new Nintendo Switch 2. The game will still be released on the original Switch, but people who buy the new console can get a better version.

This upgraded version may not be free. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, for instance, have paid upgrades, and are included in the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscription. It's possible that the Switch 2 edition will simply release at a higher price point than the Switch verison. According to the Nintendo website, Pokémon Legends: Z-A - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition will feature "Improved performance with higher frame rate and resolution." There aren't any greater details, but 4K screenshots have been shown.

This is good news for fans who want the game to run better than previous Pokémon games. With this upgrade, Legends: Z-A has a better chance of looking and playing much better. With all the new features, like adding a stealth mode to the game, players can look forward to a smoother, more fun experience that hopefully works better than past games.

Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Will Also Get Switch 2 Upgrades

Scarlet & Violet Will Hopefully Get Performance Upgrades

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet had a rough launch. Players liked the new ideas, but the games had numerous problems. There were slow frame rates, weird bugs, and poor visuals. Many fans were upset, and the games quickly became known for how badly they ran.

While several updates throughout 2022 and 2023 fixed some of SV's problems, one patch even introduced a rare save file corruption bug.

Now, Nintendo is giving these games a second chance. The company confirmed that some older Switch games will get free upgrades for the Nintendo Switch 2, Scarlet and Violet included. This means players who already own the games won’t have to pay extra to play a better version on the new console.

The details are still unknown, but the upgrade should make the games run better overall. That could mean faster load times, smoother gameplay, and fewer visual glitches. It might also include other small improvements or changes, depending on what the developers decide to add.

This update shows that Nintendo wants to improve older games and make them run better on newer hardware. It’s a nice bonus for fans who already own Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. It’s also a good reason to replay them on the Nintendo Switch 2 when the update drops.