THQ Nordic confirms free upgrades to Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed for Nintendo Switch owners ahead of the game's Nintendo Switch 2 launch on October 6, 2026.
The publisher's official FAQ clarifies how existing customers can access the upgraded Switch 2 version without additional cost and explains the physical release format planned for the next-generation handheld.
Background
Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed is getting a re-release on Nintendo Switch 2, and THQ Nordic has published an FAQ outlining upgrade eligibility and redemption steps.
Nintendo Switch owners who previously purchased the game will receive a free upgrade to the Switch 2 version, and the publisher has provided specific instructions for both physical and digital customers.
Who is eligible and how to redeem
THQ Nordic states that both digital and physical owners of the Nintendo Switch version will be eligible for the free Switch 2 upgrade.
For cartridge owners, the publisher advises inserting the Nintendo Switch (original) cartridge into a Nintendo Switch 2 console, installing the game (and any owned DLC), and then downloading and installing the provided upgrade patch on the Switch 2.
Digital owners should download the Nintendo Switch version to their Nintendo Switch 2 and apply the upgrade patch in the same way.
Rewritten FAQ guidance (journalistic):
THQ Nordic explains that owners who bought the original Nintendo Switch edition—whether as a downloaded copy or on cartridge—can obtain the Nintendo Switch 2 upgrade via a complimentary patch on their Switch 2 system.
Cartridge owners must insert their existing Nintendo Switch game card into a Switch 2 console and install the title (including tied DLC) before downloading the upgrade patch.
Digital purchasers should re-download their purchased Nintendo Switch edition on the Switch 2 and then apply the upgrade patch.
Physical release format
The FAQ also confirms the Nintendo Switch 2 physical edition will be distributed as a Game Key Card rather than a full conventional cartridge.
THQ Nordic did not indicate any charge for the upgrade to eligible owners.
Release date and coverage
Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed is scheduled to launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on October 6, 2026.
The upgrade announcement was reported by Nintendo Life writer Liam Doolan and shared across outlets, including NintendoEverything.com.
For players planning to revisit Epic Mickey on Nintendo's next handheld, THQ Nordic's FAQ provides the definitive steps to ensure the free upgrade is applied on launch day.
The publisher's official FAQ clarifies how existing customers can access the upgraded Switch 2 version without additional cost and explains the physical release format planned for the next-generation handheld.
Background
Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed is getting a re-release on Nintendo Switch 2, and THQ Nordic has published an FAQ outlining upgrade eligibility and redemption steps.
Nintendo Switch owners who previously purchased the game will receive a free upgrade to the Switch 2 version, and the publisher has provided specific instructions for both physical and digital customers.
Who is eligible and how to redeem
THQ Nordic states that both digital and physical owners of the Nintendo Switch version will be eligible for the free Switch 2 upgrade.
For cartridge owners, the publisher advises inserting the Nintendo Switch (original) cartridge into a Nintendo Switch 2 console, installing the game (and any owned DLC), and then downloading and installing the provided upgrade patch on the Switch 2.
Digital owners should download the Nintendo Switch version to their Nintendo Switch 2 and apply the upgrade patch in the same way.
Rewritten FAQ guidance (journalistic):
THQ Nordic explains that owners who bought the original Nintendo Switch edition—whether as a downloaded copy or on cartridge—can obtain the Nintendo Switch 2 upgrade via a complimentary patch on their Switch 2 system.
Cartridge owners must insert their existing Nintendo Switch game card into a Switch 2 console and install the title (including tied DLC) before downloading the upgrade patch.
Digital purchasers should re-download their purchased Nintendo Switch edition on the Switch 2 and then apply the upgrade patch.
Physical release format
The FAQ also confirms the Nintendo Switch 2 physical edition will be distributed as a Game Key Card rather than a full conventional cartridge.
THQ Nordic did not indicate any charge for the upgrade to eligible owners.
Release date and coverage
Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed is scheduled to launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on October 6, 2026.
The upgrade announcement was reported by Nintendo Life writer Liam Doolan and shared across outlets, including NintendoEverything.com.
For players planning to revisit Epic Mickey on Nintendo's next handheld, THQ Nordic's FAQ provides the definitive steps to ensure the free upgrade is applied on launch day.
