"Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour: A Paid Experience of Your New Console"

Nintendo has unveiled the Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour, an innovative digital game set to launch alongside the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2. This unique offering, however, comes with a twist—it's not bundled with the console but is available as a separate, paid digital title.

During the recent Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, the Welcome Tour was introduced as a "virtual exhibition" designed to give players an in-depth look at the new hardware. According to Nintendo, the game utilizes tech demos, mini-games, and interactive elements to familiarize users with the system's capabilities in an engaging manner. The showcased footage depicted a player avatar navigating through a giant-scale model of the Switch 2, uncovering its features and learning about its functionalities in a museum-like setting. The experience is further enriched with mini-games such as Speed Golf, Dodge the Spiked Balls, and a Maracas Physics Demo.

Nintendo confirmed that the Switch 2 Welcome Tour will be purchasable on the Nintendo eShop starting from the Switch 2's launch day. While the concept of a guided tour game is fascinating, many fans have expressed surprise and curiosity about its status as a paid digital-only game rather than a complimentary pack-in with the console. As of now, no pricing details have been disclosed.

In addition to the Welcome Tour, the Switch 2 will launch with a robust lineup of titles including Mario Kart World, Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster, and Deltarune Chapters 1 through 4. This diverse game selection is set to compete for consumers' budgets right from the start.

The Nintendo Switch 2 is slated for release on June 5, 2025, with a price of $449.99 USD, or $499.99 for a bundle that includes Mario Kart World.

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