In a recent update that might have slipped under the radar amidst the frenzy of information surrounding the launch of the Switch 2, Nintendo has clarified a significant detail regarding their highly anticipated Switch 2 Edition of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Specifically, the enhanced version of this beloved game will not include any of its previously released paid downloadable content (DLC).

This clarification, while not entirely surprising given Nintendo's previous communications, does highlight a potential source of confusion for fans. The marketing for the Switch 2 Edition has often conveyed a sense of a 'definitive edition,' which may have led some players to assume that all content, including DLC, would be included. However, Nintendo has now firmly stated that players looking for the complete experience will need to make separate purchases for the DLC.

To provide some context, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is just one of six special editions introduced during last week's Direct presentation. Other titles receiving similar upgrades include Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Super Mario Party Jamboree, Kirby and the Forgotten Land, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and Pokmon Legends Z-A. Each of these Switch 2 Editions is designed to feature improvements in frame rates and resolutions, as well as unique enhancements tailored to each game.

Available for purchase as both standalone digital and physical editions, these upgraded games represent a significant investment for fans. Moreover, Nintendo has also rolled out a paid upgrade option for those who already own the original Switch version of these titles. While this is intended to ease the transition for existing players, the pricing structure has left many fans scratching their heads, especially considering that the Switch 2 Editions are being sold at a premium compared to their original counterparts.

In an official statement to IGN, Nintendo emphasized, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Nintendo Switch 2 Edition does not include The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Expansion Pass DLC. That DLC is available as a separate purchase. For fans eager to experience everything the game has to offer, this means budgeting approximately 85 based on Nintendo's current pricing, a hefty sum for an eight-year-old game and its additional content.

Concerns surrounding pricing don't stop there. The cost of the new console itself has faced considerable backlash from the gaming community, with apprehensions about potential impacts from US tariffs adding to the uncertainty. Furthermore, the 75 price tag for Mario Kart World and the $10 USD charge for Switch 2's Welcome Tour tutorial game have also raised eyebrows among consumers. While the console appears promising and has garnered positive feedback following initial hands-on experiences, it's evident that Nintendo faces a significant challenge in addressing the controversies linked to the Switch 2's pricing and content offerings.