The future versions of the Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck might be equipped with replaceable batteries thanks to a newly introduced regulation by the European Union (EU).
In a report by Eurogamer, it is revealed that the Council of the European Union has unveiled a regulation mandating all electronic devices, including handheld gaming consoles, to feature replaceable batteries by 2027.
While the current models of Nintendo Switch, similar to the Steam Deck and other existing devices, are unlikely to be affected, this regulation could impact the development of next-generation systems such as the upcoming Switch successor. Although companies might resist the regulation, the EU has allowed until 2027 for operators to adjust their product designs accordingly.
The EU has provided a brief description of what this requirement entails for gamers: “A portable battery should be easily detachable by the user and capable of being removed from the product using commonly available tools, without necessitating specialized tools unless provided at no additional cost with the product.”
This change aligns with the EU’s commitment to sustainability. Spanish Minister for the Ecological Transition, Teresa Ribera, stated, “Batteries play a crucial role in the decarbonization process and the EU’s transition to zero-emission modes of transportation. Additionally, end-of-life batteries contain valuable resources, and we must prioritize the reuse of these critical raw materials instead of relying on foreign suppliers.”
Currently, there is no clear timeline for the release of the next Nintendo console, and it remains uncertain if these regulatory changes will affect the release date. However, it is evident that the successor to the Switch won’t be arriving for at least another year.
The Steam Deck, on the other hand, is a more recent release, suggesting that Valve may not be close to unveiling its next handheld console, if there are any plans for it at all. Multiple other companies, including Sony with its Project Q, a streaming device for the PlayStation 5, are also entering the handheld gaming market.
Ryan Dinsdale is an IGN freelance reporter. He can discuss The Witcher endlessly.
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