Nintendo Switch 2 to Feature Replaceable Batteries for European Market
According to a report from Japanese outlet Nikkei, Nintendo intends to release an updated Switch 2 model featuring a replaceable battery specifically for the European market.
This measure aligns with European Union legislation that mandates easily replaceable batteries for consumer products. While primarily targeting Europe, Nikkei indicated that similar policies could be implemented in Japan and the United States if consumer awareness regarding the right to repair increases.
The EU Battery Regulation, established in 2023, requires that, effective February 27, products containing portable batteries must permit consumers to easily remove or replace them.
The updated Nintendo Switch 2 model will allow lithium-ion batteries in both the console and its Joy-Con controllers to be safely removed. However, reports suggest that products in Japan and potentially the U.S. will continue to be sold with existing specifications, lacking this feature.