Nintendo Confirms Switch 2 OSM Revision for EU by February 18, 2027
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Updated · Nintendo Life · Jun 4
Nintendo Confirms Switch 2 OSM Revision for EU by February 18, 2027
3 articles · Updated · Nintendo Life · Jun 4
Summary
Nintendo said future EU-compliant Switch 2 units will carry unique model numbers and an “OSM” code on packaging, marking them as separate products for regulatory purposes.
The change is tied to EU Batteries Regulation 2023/1542, which from February 18, 2027 requires batteries in certain appliances sold in the bloc to be easily replaceable by users.
Nintendo’s notice says current products with model numbers starting “BEE” will get these compliant versions, though the company indicated there may be no obvious cosmetic difference.
The disclosure also explains earlier speculation around the “OSM” code, which had fueled rumors of a new Switch 2 model before Nintendo linked it to EU compliance.