Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition is officially launching on Nintendo Switch 2 on February 24, 2026. The news was revealed during the Nintendo Direct. Let’s check out the details.
Fallout 4 Switch 2 Release Date Confirmation
Bethesda confirmed the release date during the Nintendo Partner Direct. Prior leaks had suggested that Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition on Switch 2 would receive a release date announcement during the presentation, and those rumors have now been proven true.
The leaks also mentioned additional titles coming to Switch 2, which have now been officially confirmed.
The release date is February 24, 2026 and players can already pre-order the title. It’s built specifically for Nintendo Switch 2.
What’s Included in Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition Nintendo Switch 2
The content for Fallout 4 on Switch 2 includes:
- The base game
- Six official DLC expansions – Automatron, Wasteland Workshop, Far Harbor, Contraptions Workshop, Vault-Tech Workshop and Nuka-World
- Over 150 Creation Club items
With all major story expansions and Workshop DLCs included, Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition delivers the most complete and content-rich version of the game, combining narrative depth, new locations, and expanded settlement systems.
The Creation Club items include weapons, power armor, settlement objects and unique player homes.
Fallout on Switch 2: Why It Matters
Fallout 4 arriving on Nintendo’s new hardware is significant due to the combination of portability and improved performance, allowing players to experience the full game on the go without major compromises.
For longtime fans, the Switch 2 release taps into nostalgia and offers a fresh way to revisit the game’s world, while newcomers gain access to one of Bethesda’s most accessible RPGs on a modern, portable platform. Early reactions highlight excitement around native performance and the novelty of a full Fallout experience on a Nintendo system.
Bethesda’s Growing Switch 2 Lineup
Bethesda Switch 2 Lineup continues to grow with announcements of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle set to launch on May 12, 2026, alongside The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, also coming in 2026.
Ahead of launch, players can expect more details on performance targets and potential additional Bethesda Switch 2 releases. Stay tuned for any updates.