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Limited-edition Nintendo Switch 2 with a black-and-gold Triforce dock, green-and-gold Joy-Con 2, 256GB storage, and a 7.9-inch 1080p display. Game not included.
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The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Release Date and Price
Nintendo confirmed the limited edition during The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct on September 8, 2026. The console launches in the United States on October 29, 2026 at $519.99, and this module tracks every confirmed date and price detail in one place.
Announcement
September 8, 2026
Nintendo revealed the limited edition during The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct.
Release Date
October 29, 2026
The Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Nintendo Switch 2 launches in the United States on October 29, 2026.
US Price
$519.99
The Nintendo Store lists the limited edition at $519.99, above the $449.99 price of the standard Nintendo Switch 2.
Platform
Nintendo Switch 2
The anniversary console is built on Nintendo's current-generation Nintendo Switch 2 hardware.
Current Availability
Sold Out
The Nintendo Store currently shows the limited edition as sold out. Restock updates appear on the official product page.
Game Included
No
The package contains the limited-edition console only. The Legend of Zelda games are sold separately.
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Preorder and Where to Buy
Nintendo sells the limited edition through the official Nintendo Store and authorized retailers. This module tracks preorder windows, regional purchase channels, and current stock status so you know exactly where to buy.
| Region | Channel | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Nintendo Store | Sold Out | The official product page lists the limited edition at $519.99. Check back for restock updates. |
| United States | Authorized retailers | Varies by store | Major US retailers carry Nintendo hardware; stock differs by location and online listing. |
| Canada | Nintendo regional channels | Check local listing | Canadian availability follows regional Nintendo retail channels. |
| Europe | Nintendo regional stores | Check local listing | European pricing, bundles, and stock can differ by country. |
| Japan | Nintendo Japan | Check local listing | Japan receives a dedicated domestic edition with its own product page and pricing. |
| Restocks | Official announcements | Ongoing | Nintendo announces restocks through the Nintendo Store, news page, and official social channels. |
- Buy only from the Nintendo Store or authorized retailers to avoid scalper markup
- Sign in to your Nintendo Account before restock windows open
- Watch the official product page for the fastest restock signals
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Design and Bundle Contents
The limited edition dresses the Nintendo Switch 2 in a black-and-gold Zelda theme: a Triforce-patterned dock, green-and-gold Joy-Con 2 controllers, and hidden Zelda artwork on the console body. Here is everything inside the box.
Zelda-Themed Console
The Nintendo Switch 2 tablet features black-and-gold Triforce detailing and hidden Zelda artwork across the body.
Green-and-Gold Joy-Con 2
Detachable Joy-Con 2 controllers arrive in the limited green-and-gold color scheme with magnetic attachment.
Triforce Dock
The included dock carries a black-and-gold Triforce pattern and outputs video up to 4K when the console is docked.
Joy-Con 2 Grip
A grip combines the left and right Joy-Con 2 into a traditional gamepad configuration.
Joy-Con 2 Straps
Wrist straps add extra buttons and handling support for detached Joy-Con 2 play.
AC Adapter and USB-C Cable
Power accessories for charging and playing the console are included in the box.
Ultra High Speed HDMI Cable
An HDMI cable connects the Triforce dock to TVs and monitors for docked play.
Game Not Included
The package contains the console only. The Legend of Zelda games are sold separately on game card or digitally.
Nintendo also confirmed matching 40th Anniversary accessories sold separately — see the accessories module below.
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Specs and Features
The limited edition runs on the same hardware platform as the standard Nintendo Switch 2. These are the specifications that apply to the anniversary console, from the 7.9-inch 1080p display to 256GB of storage and 4K docked output.
| Display | 7.9-inch LCD touchscreen, 1920 × 1080 resolution |
| Refresh Rate | Up to 120 Hz with compatible software |
| HDR | HDR10 support on the built-in display and compatible external displays |
| Internal Storage | 256 GB |
| Expandable Storage | microSD Express card support |
| Docked Output | Up to 4K at 60 fps with compatible games and displays |
| High Frame Rate Output | Up to 120 fps at compatible resolutions |
| Controllers | Green-and-gold Joy-Con 2 with magnetic attachment |
| Mouse Controls | Each Joy-Con 2 supports mouse-style controls in compatible games |
| USB-C | USB-C ports on both the top and bottom of the console |
| Wireless | Updated wireless networking for online play, downloads, and GameChat |
| GameChat | Built-in voice chat and compatible video sharing through the Switch 2 ecosystem |
| Game Compatibility | Nintendo Switch 2 software plus a broad range of Nintendo Switch games |
| Performance vs Standard | Identical processor, display, and storage specifications to the standard Nintendo Switch 2 — the anniversary model is a cosmetic limited edition |
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition vs Nintendo Switch 2
The anniversary edition shares its hardware platform with the standard Nintendo Switch 2. The table below compares both consoles so you can see exactly what the collector design adds.
| Feature | 40th Anniversary Edition | Standard Nintendo Switch 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | Nintendo Switch 2 | Nintendo Switch 2 |
| US Price | $519.99 | $449.99 |
| Internal Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Display | 7.9-inch LCD, 1080p, HDR10, up to 120 Hz | 7.9-inch LCD, 1080p, HDR10, up to 120 Hz |
| TV Output | Up to 4K at 60 fps | Up to 4K at 60 fps |
| Controllers | Green-and-gold Joy-Con 2 | Standard Joy-Con 2 colorway |
| Dock | Black-and-gold Triforce dock | Standard black dock |
| Game Included | No — sold separately | No — sold separately |
| Collector Design | 40th anniversary Zelda theme with hidden artwork | Standard Switch 2 presentation |
Performance is identical. The anniversary edition is worth the premium for the collector design, while the standard console remains the value pick.
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Zelda Games Compatibility
The console plays the full modern Zelda lineup and a deep catalog of classics through Nintendo Switch Online. Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom even have dedicated Nintendo Switch 2 Editions with enhanced features.
Breath of the Wild
Nintendo Switch 2 Edition and original version
Tears of the Kingdom
Nintendo Switch 2 Edition and original version
Echoes of Wisdom
Playable as supported Switch software
Link's Awakening
Playable as supported Switch software
Skyward Sword HD
Playable as supported Switch software
A Link to the Past
Nintendo Switch Online Super NES library
Ocarina of Time and Majora's Mask
Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack
Link's Awakening DX, Oracle of Ages and Oracle of Seasons
Nintendo Switch Online Game Boy library
The Minish Cap
Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Setup and System Transfer Guide
Ten steps take you from unboxing to play: complete initial setup, sign in to your Nintendo Account, move data from your existing Switch, and load your Zelda library onto the anniversary console.
Power On and Connect
Connect the AC adapter and turn on the console. For TV play, seat it in the Triforce dock and connect the dock to your display.
Complete Initial Settings
Choose your language and region, then follow the on-screen prompts to finish basic configuration.
Connect to the Internet
Join a Wi-Fi network. Internet access is required for account services, system updates, and online features.
Install System Updates
Download and install the latest system software before transferring data or downloading games.
Sign In to Your Nintendo Account
Use the Nintendo Account linked to your existing Switch profile to reconnect purchases and Nintendo Switch Online.
Transfer Data from Your Old Switch
Run the system transfer during setup to move users, save data, and settings from a Nintendo Switch family console. Keep both systems powered.
Prepare Storage
The console carries 256 GB of internal storage. Add a microSD Express card for more downloadable games.
Redownload Your Games
Open your software library and redownload digital titles. Insert game cards and install available updates.
Pair Controllers and Accessories
Attach the green-and-gold Joy-Con 2 magnetically or pair a Pro Controller and other accessories from system settings.
Start Your Zelda Library
Launch your games once transfers and updates finish. Nintendo Switch Online members can also open the classic Zelda applications.
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Accessories and amiibo
Nintendo confirmed a matching 40th Anniversary Pro Controller and Carrying Case alongside the console, and the wider Nintendo Switch 2 accessory ecosystem plus Zelda amiibo all work with the limited edition.
40th Anniversary Pro Controller
A Zelda-themed Pro Controller releasing alongside the limited edition, with the full-size Switch 2 gamepad layout.
40th Anniversary Carrying Case & Screen Protector
Official Zelda-themed carrying case with an included screen protector, sized for the limited-edition console.
Joy-Con 2 Charging Grip
Combines both Joy-Con 2 controllers into a gamepad-style grip while charging them.
Nintendo Switch 2 Camera
Official camera accessory for GameChat and compatible communication features.
microSD Express Card
High-speed expandable storage format for additional downloadable games.
Joy-Con 2 Pair — Extra Colors
Additional Joy-Con 2 pairs in standard colorways for multiplayer sessions.
Link, Zelda & Ganondorf — Tears of the Kingdom
Amiibo figures of the three leads as they appear in Tears of the Kingdom.
Link, Zelda, Guardian & Bokoblin — Breath of the Wild
Figures of the major heroes and enemies from Breath of the Wild.
Champion amiibo — Mipha, Daruk, Revali & Urbosa
The four Champions of Hyrule from Breath of the Wild as a collectible set.
Zelda & Loftwing
The Skyward Sword HD amiibo of Zelda and her Loftwing.
Link — Link's Awakening
A stylized Link figure based on the Switch remake's art style.
30th Anniversary Series
8-Bit Link, Ocarina of Time Link, Toon Link, and Toon Zelda celebrating earlier eras of the series.