Having been release for just about everything under the sun since its original 2009 release, Minecraft is adding another platform to its long list of available systems this year with the game seeing a Nintendo Switch 2 release on October 27.
The official "Vibrant Visuals" mod is also available by default on the Switch 2 version, along with the Super Mario Mash-Up Pack being updated, bringing new explorable worlds from Mario into Minecraft.
Quote From Mojang Mark your calendars, Minecrafters
Imagine a town crier (me), rolling into a blocky village square with an equally blocky trumpet to announce some joyful news. Queue the fanfare: Minecraft is coming for Nintendo Switch™ 2 on October 27th! Can I get a very enthusiastic Hmmm??
Let me unfurl this metaphorical scroll a little to remind you why we’re all so excited. First, the Nintendo Switch™ 2 renders the world of Minecraft to lush life with Vibrant Visuals* – set as the default visual experience. This means enhanced lighting, shadow effects and more – and you can even enjoy Vibrant Visuals* enabled content across all the supported content in Minecraft Marketplace.
The much-loved Super Mario™ Mash-Up pack is also getting an update, to get the most out of those Vibrant Visuals* graphics. As a reminder, the Super Mario™ Mash-Up pack is exclusive to the Nintendo versions of Minecraft, bringing with it a custom Mario-themed world, music, and unique skins. Explore iconic locations like Peach’s castle and Delfino Plaza within Minecraft. Worlds collide!
For those of you who already own Minecraft on Nintendo Switch™, a digital upgrade path will be available for Nintendo Switch players. More details to follow.
Double dash, don’t run, and mark your calendars for October 27th!
*Vibrant Visuals not available in some gameplay, including split-screen and when using certain Marketplace Worlds and content.
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