How much will Minecraft cost on the Switch in 2026?

Minecraft costs 29,99 € on the eShop Nintendo Switch, but you can find it starting at 22 € at retailers such as Amazon Where Leclerc, brand new.

Here are the details of all available offers, including different editions, along with the best places to buy them.

Price of Minecraft for Nintendo Switch on the E-Shop

the Nintendo eShop is the official store where you can buy digital versions of your games. Minecraft is displayed there at 29,99 € in its standard edition. Once your purchase is confirmed, you can download the game directly to your console and start your adventure without needing a physical copy.

The available version is the’Bedrock edition, released in June 2018. It replaced the Nintendo Switch Edition original version of May 2017. If you bought that first version, don't worry: you can transfer your world to the current version without having to recreate it, and your DLCs will be carried over during the migration.

A few things to know before buying:

• A account Microsoft The free version is required to launch the game.
• For the online multiplayer, you also need a subscription Nintendo Switch Online (paid service, separate from the account Microsoft).
• Approximately 2 GB of storage space for installation and updates.

Price Minecraft on Nintendo Shop

On the French eShop, you'll find three versions of Minecraft to Nintendo Switch. Here are the details on the price and contents of each one.

Minecraft (digital version)

The standard digital version is displayed at 29,99 € on the French eShop. By way of comparison, Nintendo's U.S. store sells the same game 29,99 $ (about 28.5 €), so prices may vary slightly depending on the website. This is the ideal format if you want to play without a physical card and launch the game directly from your console.

Minecraft (physical version)

The boxed version is offered at the same price, which is approximately 29,99 €, with the same content as the digital version. If you have limited storage space on your console, this version is recommended: the game card frees up internal storage, and you can resell or lend it later.

Minecraft Deluxe Collection (digital version)

L'Deluxe Edition amounts to approximately 49,99 €. It includes all the content from the standard version, plus a set of bonuses to enhance your experience right from the start:

• 1,600 Minecoins
• 6 cards (Super Mario Mash-up, Skyblock One Block, Hacker Tools, Pets Collection, Parkour Spiral, and Original Bed Wars)
• 3 skin packs (Spy Mobs, Cute Anime Teens, and Cute Mob Skins)
• 1 texture pack (Clarity)
• 5 Character Creator items
• 3 emotes

The pack Super Mario Mash-up is the most iconic nod to the series: it transforms the game's world into the colors of Super Mario, and it's an exclusive Nintendo Switch.

Where to buy Minecraft on Switch?

You can buy Minecraft Nintendo Switch outside of the eShop, at many retailers. In any case, this is the’standard edition, available in physical format or as a download. Prices as of July 2026; subject to change based on inventory and promotions.

Where can I find a used Minecraft Switch?

the secondhand market is a good way to save money. On the secondhand market, Minecraft on Nintendo Switch is often well below the price of a new one, with warranties that vary by platform.

*Average prices recorded in July 2026 based on front-page ads; subject to change.

FAQs

Is Minecraft free on Switch?

No. Minecraft costs 29,99 € on the eShop Nintendo Switch. A account Microsoft The free version is required to launch the game, but the game itself is still a paid title. For the online multiplayer, you also need a subscription Nintendo Switch Online, a paid service that is separate from the account Microsoft.

Which version of Minecraft is available on Switch?

It is the’edition Bedrock of Minecraft which is available on Nintendo Switch, released in June 2018.

Why is the Switch version of Minecraft so expensive?

The price is partly due to the content included from the start. The game comes with the pack Super Mario Mash-up, exclusive to the Switch, as well as other texture and resource packs that justify this price.

Can my Xbox friends play Super Mario Mash-up, too?

No. The pack Super Mario Mash-up is an exclusive Nintendo Switch. Players on Xbox do not have access to them, even in compatible game modes.

Where can I buy Minecraft for a good price on the Switch?

For the best price on new items, head to Amazon, Cdiscount Where Leclerc (starting at 22 €). For the occasion, Leboncoin shows the lowest prices (around 18 €). Prices as of July 2026; subject to change.

Which Minecraft game modes are compatible with the Switch?

You can play in television, in on the table or in mode mobile. As for gameplay, the survival mode asks you to manage your resources and craft weapons and armor. The Creative Mode gives you unlimited resources to build whatever you want.

How many players can play Minecraft on the Nintendo Switch?

The number of players depends on the mode selected:

• Up to 4 players in offline mode
• Up to 8 players on line
• Up to 8 players in split-screen mode

Can I transfer a Minecraft world to Switch?

Yes. You can transfer your existing worlds from Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition to the current version of the game. Downloadable content (DLC) will also be transferred during the migration.

Ultimately, the average bid for Minecraft on Nintendo Switch revolves around 26 €, with prices as low as 18 € used.

Before you embark on this adventure, find out how to make a composter on Minecraft to get your farming career off to a good start.