Nintendo confirmed it will ship a Switch 2 model with swappable batteries in the EU, aligning with the 2023 right‑to‑repair directive that takes effect on February 18, 2027. The company flagged a future‑compliant line under the code BEE and noted that the new units will carry the OSM prefix on their packaging. This marks the first time Nintendo will release a region‑specific console.

Nintendo’s move follows a €470 price hike to €500 in May, a response to rising memory costs and market changes. The Switch 2, launched in 2025, already sports a larger screen, expanded base storage and stronger performance. Adding replaceable batteries could extend lifespan and appeal to European gamers who favor repairability.

The consoles will bear distinct model numbers, and Nintendo will likely sell them only inside the EU, excluding the “HAC” series that denotes older Switch models. With no plans to revive version one, the company appears to be phasing out the legacy system. Consumers will see a dedicated, repair‑friendly Switch 2 once the EU mandate takes hold.

Nintendo’s compliance effort reflects broader EU pressure on electronics makers to make products more durable. By offering a battery‑swap option, the company could reduce e‑waste and satisfy a growing consumer demand for sustainability. The move also signals that future Nintendo hardware will increasingly prioritize modularity over proprietary repair models.