Amid ongoing confusion and frustration among fans about the pricing of the Nintendo Switch 2 and its games, particularly in the U.S. where prices seem to fluctuate constantly, a new charge has come to light. The Nintendo Switch 2 edition of *The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild* does not include the Expansion Pass, meaning players will have to pay an additional $20 for the DLC if they haven't already purchased it.

To clarify, since the announcement of the Nintendo Switch 2's games and their pricing last week, there has been no shortage of confusion about how everything will work. If you already own *The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild* on the original Nintendo Switch, you can play it on the Nintendo Switch 2, including the DLC if you've previously bought it, without any issues.

However, there's also a Nintendo Switch 2 Enhanced Edition of *Breath of the Wild*, which offers improved visuals, better performance, achievements, and supports the new "Zelda Notes" service in the Nintendo Switch Online app. If you own the original version on the Switch, you won't automatically receive these enhancements, but you can purchase an "upgrade pack" for $10 to access them.

For those who don't yet own the game and are considering buying it for the Nintendo Switch 2, they can purchase the Nintendo Switch 2 Enhanced Edition of *Breath of the Wild* for $70, which is $10 more than the initial retail price. This price reflects the cost of the original game plus the upgrade pack. However, this edition does not include the Expansion Pass, so if you want access to the DLC, you'll need to pay an additional $20, making the total cost for the full *Breath of the Wild* experience on the Nintendo Switch 2 $90.

According to a statement from Nintendo to IGN, "The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition does not include The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Expansion Pass DLC. That DLC is available as a separate purchase."

While some might argue this pricing structure is fair, as it aligns with what existing owners have paid plus the cost of the upgrade, it's worth noting that many other game publishers eventually reduce the price of older games or offer enhanced editions that include bundled DLC to make it more affordable for new players. Paying $90 for the latest version of a game released in 2017 on the Wii U feels steep, especially considering *Mario Kart World* is priced at $80 and the Nintendo Switch 2 itself is rumored to cost $450 or more, depending on the impact of current tariffs.

It remains to be seen whether this pricing will impact sales, especially since many who are likely to play *Breath of the Wild* probably already own a version of the game. However, for those waiting to purchase it (along with its sequel, *Tears of the Kingdom*) for the new, enhanced system, the additional cost of the Expansion Pass is something to consider.