Paid Tour: Experience Your New Nintendo Switch 2

Nintendo has unveiled the Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour, an innovative digital game set to launch alongside the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2. Contrary to what many might expect, this game won't be included as a free pack-in with the console but will be available as a separate, paid digital download. The announcement was made during the recent Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, where it was described as a "virtual exhibition" designed to familiarize players with the new hardware's features through tech demos, minigames, and interactive elements.

The Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour offers an engaging experience where a player's avatar navigates a giant, virtual version of the Switch 2. This virtual museum allows players to explore and learn about the console's capabilities in depth. The game includes interactive elements like Speed Golf, Dodge the Spiked Balls, and a Maracas Physics Demo, adding a playful touch to the educational tour.

Nintendo has confirmed that the Switch 2 Welcome Tour will be available for purchase on the Nintendo eShop on the Switch 2's launch day. While the concept of an interactive tour is appealing, the decision to make it a paid product rather than a complimentary pack-in has sparked discussion among fans. As of now, no specific price has been announced for the game.

The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch with a robust lineup of titles, including Mario Kart World, Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster, and Deltarune Chapters 1 through 4. With these major releases, the Switch 2 Welcome Tour will need to compete for consumers' attention and spending on launch day.

The Nintendo Switch 2 is scheduled to hit the market on June 5, 2025, with a price tag of $449.99 USD, or $499.99 for the bundle that includes Mario Kart World. For a comprehensive overview of all the announcements made during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, you can check out our detailed recap.