It has only been about two years since the Nintendo Switch 2 was launched, but few people have put it through its paces as thoroughly as I have. That's me. Of course, I feel like I make plenty of use of my PS5, XSX, and PC, but for a lazy body that has become accustomed to playing games while lying down, nothing beats the Switch 2. Handheld gaming PCs like the Steam Deck have incredible performance, but they're still not quite at a weight I can handle in bed. In fact, ever since I almost knocked my front teeth out while falling asleep with one, I make it a rule to play the Steam Deck only while seated at my desk.
Anyway, since I was already enjoying my launch unit so thoroughly, I had no intention of buying another Nintendo Switch 2 until its actual successor arrived. My current console is more than enough, so I figured I wouldn't even consider an upgrade until a rumored Switch Lite or a powered-up Pro model came along. But that resolve crumbled instantly because of this thing.
Zelda, and for its 40th anniversary, no less. I blurted out, "Oh, I HAVE to buy this," swiped my credit card, and the console arrived before next month's me even had a chance to pay off the bill. For a brief moment after placing the preorder, I foolishly caught myself thinking, "Do I really need a new Switch 2?" I call it foolish because, after seeing this thing in person, I felt utterly embarrassed that such a bizarre thought ever crossed my mind.
That is how satisfying the Nintendo Switch 2 The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition is. Allow me to show it off for a bit. Ah, and to be clear, this model is a special edition, not a limited run. Reports say it will be restocked regularly in regions like North America, so if you missed out on this round, you can always catch the next one.
First, let's take a look at the main console. Which implies we'll be looking at other things too.A luxurious presence radiating a golden hue right from the exterior.Even the diagram section shows the Joy-Con colors updated for the 40th anniversary. They really excel at these subtle details.Honestly, the inner packaging isn't anything extraordinary.Below are the various cables and the dock.Alright, first off, let's go over the ordinary items (though I'm actually not going to explain them).The only difference is that the + and - markings on the Charging Grip have been customized for this edition.Now this is it. This is where the real highlight begins.A console design whose uniqueness is felt right from the back panel.And completing it is the subtle color blend of the Joy-Con controllers; the left and right colors are slightly different.And Link holding a piece of the Triforce.Zelda can be found on the back of the opposite Joy-Con like this.The Joy-Con Straps share the same uniform gold color without distinct left/right variations.Put together, they exude a mysterious beauty—plus, with no need to match strap colors, attaching them is one less thing to worry about.And when you attach the Joy-Con... oh, do you see this?It looks even more stunning in dim lighting.The dock features a smooth finish that almost looks like a decal print.The back also sports this special design and color scheme.Opening the rear cover reveals a soft brown hue reminiscent of the Deku Tree.Here too, Zelda and Link are each holding a piece of the Triforce. No Ganon in sight.Moving right along, here is the Pro Controller 2.There's nothing particularly unique about the contents—wait, actually, having a stand makes it special.It blends a color scheme that could easily look tacky into something sleek and premium.The back also brings out the signature color scheme, and......here we see Link from the original The Legend of Zelda firing a Sword Beam.The shape remains identical to the standard model, preserving its compact, comfortable grip.And this is the stand. It subtly features imagery of the Kingdom of Hyrule.Finally, a way to keep the Pro Controller neatly docked instead of rolling around the desk.However, it doesn't function as a charging dock, so you still have to charge it with a standard cable.The downside is that it relies on a small rubber pad to hook the controller, making it prone to tipping over easily.Looking at the screen, you can see that the Joy-Con colors and the icon color for the connected Pro Controller are distinct.A true sucker... er, fan, has to buy the carrying case too, right?This one also accents the exterior with a map design,...accented in gold and emerald highlights.Featuring the Triforce on the front panel.Honestly, there isn't much on the inside—just a game card storage slot on the left.But the detail on the icons gets a solid 100 out of 100.That wraps up our look at the 40th Anniversary Edition set. Time for me to go transfer my data! Bye bye!
Originally written in Korean, this article was translated with AI assistance and edited by a native English-speaking editor. Every translation is reviewed by our editorial team before publication.
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