Annapurna Interactive's beloved cat-themed platformer, Stray, has recently made its debut on the Nintendo Switch 2. However, players who previously purchased the game on the original Switch have encountered an unexpected issue: the promised free upgrade path is currently unavailable. This has led to confusion and disappointment among fans eager to experience the enhanced version of the game.

In response to the situation, Annapurna Interactive took to social media to address the concerns of players. The publisher issued an apology for the oversight, stating, "Today's launch for Stray on Nintendo Switch 2 was intended to have a 100% owners discount for those who already own the game on Switch 1." They reassured fans that they are actively working with Nintendo to resolve the issue and implement the free upgrade as soon as possible.

The absence of the upgrade has raised questions about how such a significant detail could be overlooked during the launch of a highly anticipated title. As players await further updates, many are hopeful for a swift resolution that will allow them to enjoy Stray on the new console without additional costs.

For now, players are encouraged to stay tuned for announcements from Annapurna Interactive regarding the timeline for the free upgrade's availability. The company has expressed its commitment to ensuring that fans can fully enjoy Stray on the Nintendo Switch 2.

For more details, you can check out the original article on Nintendo Life Anime [here](https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2026/05/were-working-with-nintendo-to-get-this-fixed-strays-free-switch-2-upgrade-is-missing).