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22.1.0

Ver. 22.1.0

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

22.0.0

Ver. 22.0.0

Added
  • Added the ability to save notes about friends on your Friend List
  • Added the ability to see and edit friend notes from the Nintendo Switch App
  • Added the ability to see a notification in the Nintendo Switch Parental Controls smart device application when the Parental Controls PIN is input successfully on the console
Changed
  • Changed the on-screen text and animations when you load a virtual game card in the HOME Menu

Changed the on-screen text and animations when you load a virtual game card in the HOME Menu. Added the ability to save notes about friends on your Friend List. The note content is not displayed to friends. Added the ability to see and edit these notes from the Nintendo Switch App. The app must be on version 3.3.0 or higher to use this feature. Added the ability to see a notification in the Nintendo Switch Parental Controls smart device application when the Parental Controls PIN is input successfully on the console. This can also be set up to be a push notification to your smart device. The app must be on version 2.4.0 or higher to use this functionality. General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

21.2.0

Ver. 21.2.0

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

21.1.0

Ver. 21.1.0

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

21.0.1

Ver. 21.0.1

Changed
  • General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience
Fixed
  • Error Code 2011-0301 or Error Code 2168-0002 no longer repeatedly occurs when attempting a system transfer using local communication from a Nintendo Switch to a Nintendo Switch 2

Fixed an issue where Error Code: 2011-0301 or Error Code: 2168-0002 would repeatedly occur on a Nintendo Switch when attempting a system transfer using local communication from a Nintendo Switch system to a Nintendo Switch 2 system. General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

21.0.0

Ver. 21.0.0

Added
  • Symbols above software icons on the HOME Menu indicate whether software is a physical or digital version
  • Ability to download data for a virtual game card even if the Use Online License setting is turned off
  • Ability to disable Redownload Software on Nintendo Switch 2 and Transfer Album Data options when performing a system transfer to Nintendo Switch 2
  • Ability to adjust volume from the Quick Settings menu while in VR mode
Changed
  • Information regarding Save Data Cloud Backup that appears when launching certain software has been updated
  • Platinum Point Notification Settings was renamed to Nintendo Switch Online Notification Settings in the Notifications menu in System Settings
  • General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience

Added symbols above software icons displayed on the HOME Menu to indicate whether the software is a physical or a digital version. Added the ability to download data for a virtual game card even if the "Use Online License" setting is turned off. This option is available in the Options of a virtual game card when accessed via Virtual Game Cards from the HOME Menu. The information regarding Save Data Cloud Backup that appears when launching certain software has been updated. The option "Platinum Point Notification Settings" was renamed to "Nintendo Switch Online Notification Settings" in the Notifications menu in System Settings. Added the ability to disable the following options when performing a system transfer from a Nintendo Switch system to a Nintendo Switch 2 system using System Transfer to Nintendo Switch 2 in System Settings. Redownload Software on Nintendo Switch 2 Transfer Album Data Added the ability to adjust the volume from the Quick Settings menu while in VR mode. General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

20.5.0

Ver. 20.5.0

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

20.4.0

Ver. 20.4.0

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

20.3.0

Ver. 20.3.0

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

20.2.0

Ver. 20.2.0

Changed
  • General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience
Fixed
  • Fixed an issue where Parental Control settings were not transferred from Nintendo Switch to Nintendo Switch 2 in certain circumstances during a system transfer

Fixed an issue where Parental Control settings were not transferred from Nintendo Switch to Nintendo Switch 2 in certain circumstances during a system transfer. General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

20.1.5

Ver. 20.1.5

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

20.1.1

Ver. 20.1.1

Fixed
  • Fixed an issue where some software would not start after updating to system version 20.1.0

Fixed an issue where some software would not start after updating to system version 20.1.0.

20.1.0

Ver. 20.1.0

Changed
  • Visual updates have been made to the Parental Control settings
  • The sound that plays when Nintendo Switch Online is launched from the HOME Menu has been changed
  • General system stability improvements to enhance the user experience

Visual updates have been made to the Parental Control settings. The sound that plays when Nintendo Switch Online is launched from the HOME Menu has been changed. General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

20.0.1

Ver. 20.0.1

Fixed
  • Fixed an issue where Error Code 2206-1015 sometimes occurred when restarting the system after updating to system version 20.0.0

Fixed an issue where Error Code: 2206-1015 sometimes occurred when restarting the system after updating to system version 20.0.0. If you're encountering the error, update your Nintendo Switch console in Maintenance Mode.

20.0.0

Ver. 20.0.0

Added
  • Virtual Game Card menu displaying purchased digital software, DLC, and free software as virtual game cards
  • Ability to virtually load and eject virtual game cards between up to two Nintendo Switch systems
  • Virtual game card lending to others in the same Nintendo Account family group
  • GameShare feature to share compatible software from Nintendo Switch 2 to other nearby systems via local wireless
  • User-Verification Settings to restrict access to the Virtual Game Card menu with PIN or Nintendo Account sign-in
  • Online License Settings to play downloaded software or DLC while connected to the internet without the virtual game card loaded
  • Ability to select and transfer multiple save data at once in Transfer Your Save Data menu
  • System Transfer to Nintendo Switch 2 using local communication under System Settings
  • Server-based system transfer option to upload transfer data for retrieval on Nintendo Switch 2
Changed
  • Nintendo eShop and Nintendo Switch News icon colors on the HOME Menu
  • Appearance of some user icons has been updated
Deprecated
  • Primary Console designation has been deprecated in favor of Pass-enabled console

The following icons for new features have been added to the HOME Menu: Virtual Game Card Purchased Nintendo Switch digital software, DLC, and some free software, are now virtual game cards and displayed in a list in this menu. You can virtually load and eject virtual game cards between up to two Nintendo Switch systems. Virtual game cards can be lent to others in the same Nintendo Account family group. For more information, see Virtual Game Card Guide. GameShare Compatible software can be shared from a Nintendo Switch 2 system to other nearby system(s) to play together. You can only play together via local wireless, and the Nintendo Switch 2 system must initiate GameShare. This feature cannot be used between two Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch – OLED Model and/or Nintendo Switch Lite systems. User-Verification Settings has been added under User > User Settings. You can restrict access to the Virtual Game Card menu by requiring entry of a PIN or signing in to your Nintendo Account. Online License Settings has been added. When turned on, you can play downloaded software or DLC you've purchased while the system is connected to the internet, even if you don't have the virtual game card loaded. For more information, please refer to the details about the option on the System Settings screen. The Nintendo eShop and Nintendo Switch News icon colors on the HOME Menu have been changed. Multiple save data can be selected and transferred at once in "Transfer Your Save Data" menu. System Transfer to Nintendo Switch 2 has been added under System Settings > System. You can perform a system transfer from your Nintendo Switch to Nintendo Switch 2 using local communication. For users that will lose access to their Nintendo Switch before receiving their Nintendo Switch 2, there is an option to upload system transfer data to a dedicated server which can then be retrieved on their Nintendo Switch 2. After you upload your system transfer data to the dedicated server, the Nintendo Switch system will be initialized to factory settings, so only perform this transfer if you'll be able to complete the transfer on Nintendo Switch 2. If you want to continue using your Nintendo Switch until you have a Nintendo Switch 2, we recommend completing the system transfer using local communication after you have acquired a Nintendo Switch 2 system. An internet connection and Nintendo Account is required to complete both local and the server-based system transfer service. For more information, see System Transfer from Nintendo Switch to Nintendo Switch 2. The appearance of some user icons have been updated. For detailed information on Nintendo Switch 2, see the Nintendo website. Note that the use of "Primary Console" has been deprecated with the transition to virtual game cards, and "Pass-enabled console" will be used instead. On a console set as the "Pass-enabled console" for a user, all users on the console can access certain subscriptions or passes for some software. For more information, see How to Set or Change the Pass-Enabled Console for a Nintendo Account.

19.0.1

Ver. 19.0.1

Changed
  • General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience
Fixed
  • Fixed an issue with the Nintendo GameCube Controller Adapter and Nintendo GameCube Controller(s) not being recognized
  • Fixed an issue where some network processes, like downloading software, weren't working as expected during sleep mode

Fixed an issue with the Nintendo GameCube Controller Adapter and Nintendo GameCube Controller(s) not being recognized. Fixed an issue where some network processes, like downloading software, weren't working as expected during sleep mode. General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

19.0.0

Ver. 19.0.0

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

18.1.0

Ver. 18.1.0

Changed
  • General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience
Removed
  • Removed the option to post to Twitter when sharing from the Album in the Nintendo Switch HOME Menu
  • Removed the ability to post Super Smash Bros. Ultimate screenshots from the Album to Smash World in the Nintendo Switch Online smart device app
  • Removed the option to link X (formerly Twitter) from Settings > User Settings > Posting to Social Media
  • Removed the option to link social media accounts from My Page > Friend Suggestions

The following updates were made for the discontinuation of X (formerly Twitter) integration: The option to "Post to Twitter" when sharing from the Album in the Nintendo Switch HOME Menu was removed. The ability to post Super Smash Bros. Ultimate screenshots from the Album in the Nintendo Switch HOME Menu to Smash World in the Nintendo Switch Online smart device app was removed. The option to link X (formerly Twitter) from "Settings" > "User Settings" > "Posting to Social Media" was removed. The option to link social media accounts from "My Page" > "Friend Suggestions" was removed. General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

18.0.1

Ver. 18.0.1

Changed
  • General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience
Fixed
  • Fixed an issue where some wireless access points cannot be found when setting up a new wireless network

Fixed an issue where some wireless access points cannot be found when setting up a new wireless network. If you're unable to update to Version 18.0.1 because of the issue, temporarily change the security settings for your wireless network to use only "WPA2 (AES)" so you can connect wirelessly to download and install the system update. After updating to Version 18.0.1, restore your network's security settings to its previous settings. General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

18.0.0

Ver. 18.0.0

Added
  • Added "15 Minutes" as an option for "Auto-sleep when playing on TV" in Sleep Mode Settings
  • Added Korean as a supported language for "Nintendo Switch Parental Controls" introductory video
Changed
  • Improved general system stability

Added "15 Minutes" as an option for "Auto-sleep when playing on TV" in Sleep Mode Settings. Added Korean as a supported language for "Nintendo Switch Parental Controls" introductory video. When the console language is set to Korean, the video can be accessed from Settings > Parental Controls. General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

17.0.1

Ver. 17.0.1

Changed
  • General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience
Fixed
  • Resolved an issue with local communication for some software

Resolved an issue with local communication for some software. General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

17.0.0

Ver. 17.0.0

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

16.1.0

Ver. 16.1.0

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

16.0.3

Ver. 16.0.3

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

16.0.2

Ver. 16.0.2

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

16.0.1

Ver. 16.0.1

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

16.0.0

Ver. 16.0.0

Changed
  • User nicknames that cannot be used will be replaced with "???" which can be updated from the profile settings
  • General system stability improvements to enhance the user experience

User nicknames that cannot be used will be replaced with "???" which can be updated from the profile settings. General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

15.0.1

Ver. 15.0.1

Changed
  • General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience
Fixed
  • Resolved an issue causing Error Code: 2181-1000 to appear when playing DLC from a console other than your primary console
  • Resolved an issue preventing screenshots during specific in-game scenes for some games

Resolved an issue causing Error Code: 2181-1000 to appear when playing DLC from a console other than your primary console. Resolved an issue preventing screenshots during specific in-game scenes for some games. General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

15.0.0

Ver. 15.0.0

Added
  • Screenshots can be taken using the Capture Button while in the Nintendo Switch Online application found on the Nintendo Switch HOME Menu
Changed
  • Moved the location of the Bluetooth Audio menu within System Settings
  • General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience

The location of the Bluetooth Audio menu within System Settings has moved. Screenshots can be taken using the Capture Button while in the Nintendo Switch Online application found on the Nintendo Switch HOME Menu. Video capture is not supported. General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

14.1.2

Ver. 14.1.2

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

14.1.1

Ver. 14.1.1

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

14.1.0

Ver. 14.1.0

Added
  • Platinum Point Notification Settings under Notifications in System Settings
  • Notifications for unclaimed Platinum Points earned from completing Nintendo Switch Online missions

"Platinum Point Notification Settings" has been added under Notifications in System Settings. Unclaimed Platinum Points earned from completing Nintendo Switch Online missions on your Nintendo Switch system will generate notifications.

14.0.0

Ver. 14.0.0

Added
  • Groups feature was added to the All Software menu to organize software titles into up to 100 groups with a maximum of 200 titles per group
Changed
  • Bluetooth audio volume can now be adjusted using either the Nintendo Switch console or through volume control buttons on the Bluetooth audio device
  • The volume displayed on the console will reflect the Bluetooth audio volume when using the device's control buttons
  • The maximum volume output for some Bluetooth audio devices has been increased
  • When first connecting a Bluetooth device, volume will be reduced to avoid sudden loudness

"Groups" feature was added to the All Software menu. You can now create groups of software to help organize your software titles. Making groups for different game genres, developers, or whatever you'd like to organize by may make it easier to find the application you want. Up to 100 groups can be created with a max of 200 titles per group. The button to proceed to the "All Software" screen is displayed only when there are 13 or more software title icons on the system. For more information, see How to Create Groups of Software. Bluetooth® Audio volume behavior was changed. You can now adjust the volume of Bluetooth audio devices using either the Nintendo Switch™ console or through volume control buttons on the Bluetooth audio device. The Bluetooth audio device must support AVRCP profiles for these changes to work. The volume displayed on the console will reflect the Bluetooth audio volume when using the device's control buttons. The maximum volume output for some Bluetooth audio devices has been increased. When first connecting a device, volume will be reduced to avoid sudden loudness. For more information, see How to Pair and Manage Bluetooth Audio Devices.

13.2.1

Ver. 13.2.1

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

13.2.0

Ver. 13.2.0

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

13.1.0

Ver. 13.1.0

Added
  • Support for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack
Changed
  • General system stability improvements to enhance the user experience

Added support for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack. General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

13.0.0

Ver. 13.0.0

Added
  • Bluetooth audio support was added, allowing headphones, earbuds, speakers, and other audio devices to be paired with Nintendo Switch family systems for audio output
  • Update Dock feature was added under System in System Settings for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch – OLED Model systems to allow software updates to Nintendo Switch docks with a LAN port
  • Maintain Internet Connection in Sleep Mode setting was added under Sleep Mode in System Settings to allow wired internet connection to remain active during sleep mode for downloading software and add-on content
  • Users can now view whether their wireless internet connection is using the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz frequency band under Connection Status in Internet System Settings
Changed
  • The method to initiate Calibrate Control Sticks in System Settings was changed to require fully tilting the control stick in any one direction and keeping it tilted for a few seconds to begin calibration

Bluetooth® audio support was added. Headphones, earbuds, speakers, and other audio devices that connect with Bluetooth can now be paired with Nintendo Switch family systems for audio output. Bluetooth microphones are not supported. Up to two compatible wireless controllers can be connected to the system while using Bluetooth audio. Bluetooth audio cannot be used while local wireless communication is active. Depending on the Bluetooth audio device, there may be some audio delay. For more information, see How to Pair and Manage Bluetooth Audio Devices. "Update Dock" was added under System in System Settings for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch – OLED Model systems, allowing for software updates to Nintendo Switch docks with a LAN port. Dock software updates are not available for Nintendo Switch docks without a LAN port. This feature was not added to Nintendo Switch Lite. For more information, see How to Update the Dock Firmware. "Maintain Internet Connection in Sleep Mode" was added under Sleep Mode in System Settings. When this setting is enabled, systems with wired internet connections will maintain internet connection even while in sleep mode. This allows for software and add-on content to download to the system while the system is in sleep mode. The setting is enabled by default. When this setting is disabled, the system will connect to the internet only periodically, which decreases power consumption and delays downloads while in sleep mode. Note: Systems that are not updated to version 13.0.0 or later behave as if this setting is enabled. The method to initiate "Calibrate Control Sticks" in System Settings was changed. From System Settings, go to Controllers and Sensors, select Calibrate Control Sticks, then fully tilt the control stick in any one direction and keep it tilted for a few seconds to begin calibration. Users can now view whether their wireless internet connection is using the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz frequency band under "Connection Status" after selecting Internet in System Settings.

12.1.0

Ver. 12.1.0

Added
  • Delete old game software update data from system memory or microSD card to make space for new update data during downloads
Changed
  • General system stability improvements have been made to enhance the user's experience

Added the following system functionality: If there is not enough space remaining on the system memory (internal storage) or microSD card when downloading game software update data, you can now delete old data for that software, enabling you to download the new data. When deleting the old data, you won't be able to play the game until the new data has finished downloading. General system stability improvements have been made to enhance the user's experience.

12.0.3

Ver. 12.0.3

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

12.0.2

Ver. 12.0.2

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

12.0.1

Ver. 12.0.1

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

12.0.0

Ver. 12.0.0

Fixed
  • Fixed an issue where automatic save data backup could be interrupted if a communication error occurs during the backup process

We fixed the issue with the save data backup feature, where in rare cases, the automatic backup of save data is interrupted if a communication error occurs during completion of the save data backup process. For steps on how to check if the error is occurring or what to do if the error has already occurred, you may find this information helpful

11.0.1

Ver. 11.0.1

Fixed
  • Corrected a problem where some games couldn't be played correctly
  • Corrected a problem where, in combination with some TVs, the image would not be displayed in TV mode and an error occurred
  • Corrected a problem which changed how the Control Stick and the C Stick on the Nintendo GameCube controller responded

Corrections for the following problems that occurred with system update version 11.0.0: Corrected a problem where some games couldn't be played correctly. Corrected a problem where, in combination with some TVs, the image would not be displayed in TV mode and an error occurred. Corrected a problem which changed how the Control Stick and the C Stick on the Nintendo GameCube controller responded.

11.0.0

Ver. 11.0.0

Added
  • Nintendo Switch Online was added to the HOME Menu to access all Nintendo Switch Online services and check membership status
  • A new feature that automatically downloads backed up save data was added to the Save Data Cloud when using software with the same Nintendo Account linked to multiple systems
  • A new Trending feature was added to the User Page to check what software friends are playing or have started playing recently
  • Users can now transfer screenshots and videos from Album to their smart devices via wireless connection
  • A new Copy to a Computer via USB Connection feature was added under System Settings to copy screenshots and videos to a computer using a USB cable
  • Users can now select what download to prioritize when there are multiple downloads in progress
  • 12 user icons that commemorate the 35th anniversary of the Super Mario Bros. series were added
  • Users can now name preset button mappings with the Change Button Mapping feature
  • Brazilian Portuguese was added as a supported language when users set their region to the Americas and language to Português
Fixed
  • Several issues were fixed and usability and stability were improved

Nintendo Switch Online was added to the HOME Menu. Access all Nintendo Switch Online services, from getting the latest information to checking your membership status. *This feature is not available in some countries/regions. A new feature that automatically downloads backed up save data was added to the Save Data Cloud. When using software with the same Nintendo Account linked to multiple systems, save data backed up from one console will automatically be downloaded to your other system(s). *To use this feature, it must be enabled under System Settings > Data Management > Save Data Cloud. *Save data will not be downloaded automatically unless save data for that software exists on the console. The first time only, users must download the save data manually. *A Nintendo Switch Online membership is required to use the Save Data Cloud service. A new Trending feature was added to the User Page. Users can check what software their friends are playing or have started playing recently. Information will not be displayed for friends who have their online status set to display to no one. Users can now transfer screenshots and videos from Album to their smart devices. Users can wirelessly connect their smart devices to Nintendo Switch to transfer the screenshots and videos saved within their Album. For screenshots, users can transfer a maximum of 10 screenshots and 1 video capture at once. *To connect, users must use their smart device to scan the QR Code displayed on the Nintendo Switch screen. For more information, please refer to the Nintendo Support website. *"QR Code" is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED. A new Copy to a Computer via USB Connection feature was added under System Settings > Data Management > Manage Screenshots and Videos. Users can use a USB cable to connect Nintendo Switch to their computers to copy the screenshots and videos saved under Album. * A USB charging cable [model HAC-010] or a USB-IF certified USB cable that supports data transfer is required to connect to a computer. For more information, please refer to the Nintendo Support website. * Connection via the Nintendo Switch dock is not supported. Please connect the Nintendo Switch system directly to the computer. Users can now select what download to prioritize when there are multiple downloads in progress. When there are multiple software, update data, or downloadable content downloads in progress, users can now select which they want to download first. You can set this under Download Options by selecting the icon for the software you want to download first on the HOME Menu. User icons were added. 12 user icons that commemorate the 35th anniversary of the Super Mario Bros. series were added. Users can now name preset button mappings with the Change Button Mapping feature. Brazilian Portuguese was added as a supported language. When users set their region to the Americas and their language to Português, the language used on the HOME Menu and in certain software will be displayed in Brazilian Portuguese. Several issues were fixed, and usability and stability were improved.

10.2.0

Ver. 10.2.0

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

10.1.0

Ver. 10.1.0

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

10.0.4

Ver. 10.0.4

Fixed
  • Fixed an issue where it was not possible in some countries or regions to add funds using a new credit card or to register credit card information in Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch

Fixed the following issue: We have fixed the issue where it was not possible in some countries or regions to add funds using a new credit card or to register credit card information in Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch.

10.0.3

Ver. 10.0.3

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

10.0.2

Ver. 10.0.2

Fixed
  • Fixed an issue where a Nintendo Switch console with system menu version 10.0.0 or 10.0.1 does not set up a new Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, sometimes causing incorrect joystick control

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including a solution for the following: We have fixed an issue where a Nintendo Switch console with system menu version 10.0.0 or 10.0.1 does not set up a new Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, sometimes causing incorrect joystick control.

10.0.1

Ver. 10.0.1

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

10.0.0

Ver. 10.0.0

Added
  • Bookmark feature to News that allows you to save your favorite news items with a maximum of 300 bookmarks
  • Option to transfer software data between the system memory and an SD card

Added a bookmark feature to News. This feature allows you to bookmark your favorite news items. A maximum of 300 news items can be bookmarked. An internet connection is required to view bookmarked News items. News items that are no longer available cannot be viewed, even if they were bookmarked. Added an option to transfer software data between the system memory and an SD card.

9.2.0

Ver. 9.2.0

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

9.1.0

Ver. 9.1.0

Fixed
  • Resolved an issue where the color animation was not displaying correctly when attaching a Joy-Con controller to the Nintendo Switch console

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including a solution for the following: Resolved an issue where the color animation was not displaying correctly when attaching a Joy-Con controller to the Nintendo Switch console.

9.0.1

Ver. 9.0.1

Fixed
  • Resolved an issue that may have triggered errors during gameplay
  • Resolved an issue that may display an instruction to remove the Joy-Con during the initial setup of Nintendo Switch Lite

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including a solution for the following: Resolved an issue that may have triggered errors during game play. Resolved an issue that may display an instruction to remove the Joy-Con during the initial setup of Nintendo Switch Lite.

9.0.0

Ver. 9.0.0

Added
  • Added a search feature for the News Channel with filters and free text search
  • Added Display QR Code to Check In to User Settings to display a QR Code on-screen for checking in with your Nintendo Account
  • Added Alarm Notifications to System Settings > Notifications to check or delete pre-set alarms
  • Added touch screen sensitivity settings to configure between Standard and Stylus sensitivity
  • Added the option to turn on/off the system button input on Nintendo Switch Lite
  • Added Online Play Invites section to the User's page to display invites from friends to join online play
Changed
  • Improved general system stability to enhance the user's experience
Fixed
  • Resolved an issue where some users could not start the Fire Emblem: Three Houses game and received an error instead

Added the following system functionality: Added a search feature for the News Channel. Channels can be searched using filters or free text. Added "Display QR Code to Check In" to User Settings. You can display a QR Code on-screen to check in using your Nintendo Account. Alarm Notifications have been added to System Settings > Notifications. You can check or delete pre-set alarms. Alarms can be set up only within supported software (to be added at a later time). A controller firmware update may be required to use this feature. You can now configure touch screen sensitivity settings. Select between Standard and Stylus sensitivity (optimized for stylus input). Added the option to turn on/off the system button input (Nintendo Switch Lite only). When this setting is turned off the system no longer receives input from the console buttons, with the exception of the Capture and HOME Buttons, and can only be operated from a wirelessly paired controller (sold separately). This setting is on by default and can only be turned off if a compatible controller (sold separately) is wirelessly paired to the console. The setting will automatically turn back on when the console is restarted or after returning from sleep mode. Added "Online Play Invites" section to the User's page. Invites from friends to join online play in supported software will be displayed in this section. General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience. Resolved an issue where some users can't start the Fire Emblem: Three Houses game, and get an error instead.

8.1.0

Ver. 8.1.0

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

8.0.1

Ver. 8.0.1

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

8.0.0

Ver. 8.0.0

Added
  • Sort Software feature available after selecting to view All Software from the HOME Menu, allowing sorting by time last played, total play time, software title, and software publisher
  • View All Available News option within News to view all news items currently being distributed
  • 15 new user icons from Splatoon 2 and Yoshi's Crafted World games
  • Transfer Your Save Data feature to transfer save data for individual games between Nintendo Switch systems
  • Zoom feature that can be enabled in System Settings and activated by pressing the HOME Button twice
  • Option to prevent the system from waking from Sleep Mode when an AC adapter is disconnected
  • VR Mode (3D Visuals) restriction available within Parental Controls
  • Hong Kong, Taiwan, and South Korea as available selections in Region settings
Changed
  • Save Data Cloud Backup renamed to Save Data Cloud
  • Transfer Your User and Save Data renamed to Transfer Your User Data
  • General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience

Added the following system functionality: A Sort Software feature is available after selecting to view All Software from the HOME Menu Software can be sorted by time last played, total play time, software title, and software publisher The All Software option displays when there are 13 or more software icons on the HOME Menu A View All Available News option is available within News, allowing you to view all news items currently being distributed Go to News, Channel List Lista de canales Liste des chaînes Lista de canais, then View More Más información En voir plus Ver mais. Select from 15 new icons from the Splatoon 2 and Yoshi's Crafted World games for your user To edit your user icon, head to your My Page on the top-left of the HOME Menu and then select Profile Perfil Profil Perfil A feature to Transfer Your Save Data is now available, allowing you to transfer your save data for individual games between your Nintendo Switch systems Go to System Settings, Data Management Gestión de datos Gestion des données Gerenciar dados, then Transfer Your Save Data Save data will not remain on your source system after the transfer process completes A Zoom feature can be enabled from within System Settings Go to System Settings, then System to turn Zoom ON Once enabled, you can use the Zoom feature by pressing the HOME Button twice An option is available to prevent the system from waking from Sleep Mode when an AC adapter is disconnected Go to System Settings, Sleep Mode, then Wake When AC Adapter Is Disconnected Salir si se desconecta el adaptador Fin de veille si l'adaptateur est débranché. Sair se o carregador for desconectado This also applies when undocking your console A VR Mode (3D Visuals) restriction is available within Parental Controls This will also be available in the Nintendo Switch Parental Controls app through a later update Go to System Settings, then Parental Controls These settings can also be changed from within Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit Hong Kong/Taiwan/South Korea is available for selection in Region Go to System Settings, System, then Region The following names have been changed (functionality remains the same) Save Data Cloud Backup has been changed to Save Data Cloud Transfer Your User and Save Data has been changed to Transfer Your User Data General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

7.0.1

Ver. 7.0.1

Fixed
  • Resolved an issue where Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! games cannot reconnect to the Pokémon GO app if the game software was closed after pairing with the app

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including: Resolved an issue where the Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! games cannot reconnect to the Pokémon GO app if the game software was closed after pairing with the app.

7.0.0

Ver. 7.0.0

Added
  • Six new New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe icons for user profiles
  • Language support for Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), and Korean on the HOME Menu
Changed
  • General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience

Select from six new New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe icons for your user To edit your user icon, head to your My Page, then Profile Perfil Profil Perfil on the top-left of the HOME menu Added additional language support to the HOME Menu for Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), and Korean To change the language, head to the System Settings, System, then Language General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience

6.2.0

Ver. 6.2.0

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

6.1.0

Ver. 6.1.0

Fixed
  • Resolved an issue where certain games don't recognize a Nintendo Switch Online membership for a short time after purchase

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including: Resolved an issue where certain games don't recognize a Nintendo Switch Online membership for a short time after purchase

6.0.1

Ver. 6.0.1

Fixed
  • Resolved an issue where internet connection test does not display correct results for download and upload speed
  • Resolved an issue where some licensed controllers' motion controls such as tilt function respond incorrectly

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including: Resolved an issue where internet connection test does not display correct results for download and upload speed Resolved an issue where some licensed controllers' motion controls such as tilt function respond incorrectly

6.0.0

Ver. 6.0.0

Added
  • Save Data Cloud feature to back up game save data for compatible games using internet connection
  • Ability to upload up to four Album screenshots at once on supported social network services
  • Six new Captain Toad icons available for user selection
Changed
  • Term active console has been renamed to primary console in Nintendo eShop
  • Display of Nintendo Switch News articles is now limited to match restricted software parental controls settings
  • USB keyboard layout can now be changed to the desired language
  • Compatibility improvements made for controllers licensed by Nintendo
Removed
  • Ability to unlink Nintendo Account from Nintendo Switch user after system update installation

Nintendo Switch Online* features and functionality have been added, including: Save Data Cloud User your internet connection to back up game save data for compatible games Some games are not compatible with Save Data Cloud To manage save data, head to System Settings, Data Management Gestión de datos Gestion des données Gerenciar dados, then Save Data Cloud

  • Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online play. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Save Data Cloud available in compatible games. Terms apply. Added the following system functionality: Upload up to four Album screenshots at once on supported social network services Only one captured video can be uploaded at once Select from six new Captain Toad icons for your user To edit your user icon, head to your My Page on the top-left of the Home Menu and select Profile Perfil Profil Perfil The term active console has been renamed primary console in Nintendo eShop You can play your digital software and content on non-primary consoles by linking your Nintendo Account Playing software in multiple consoles has certain restrictions Display of Nintendo Switch News articles will be limited to match the restricted software parental controls setting selections Please note that the restriction will only apply to News articles distributed after the release of version 6.0.0 Change the layout of the USB keyboard to the desired language To change the language, head to System Settings, System, then USB Keyboard Removed the following system functionality: After installing the system update, it will no longer be possible to unlink your Nintendo Account from your Nintendo Switch user General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including: Compatibility improvements have been made for a controller licensed by Nintendo
5.1.0

Ver. 5.1.0

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

5.0.2

Ver. 5.0.2

Fixed
  • Resolved an issue that caused motion controls to respond incorrectly when playing games that use the feature
  • Resolved an issue that caused user icons for recommended friends to not display correctly

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including: Resolved an issue that caused motion controls to respond incorrectly when playing games that use the feature Resolved an issue that caused user icons for recommended friends to not display correctly

5.0.1

Ver. 5.0.1

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

5.0.0

Ver. 5.0.0

Added
  • Facebook and Twitter friends that also use Nintendo Switch can now be added through Friend Suggestions

Added the following system functionality: Facebook and Twitter friends that also use Nintendo Switch can now be added through Friend Suggestions

4.1.0

Ver. 4.1.0

Fixed
  • Resolved an issue that caused motion controls to respond incorrectly when playing games that use the feature

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including: Resolved an issue that caused motion controls to respond incorrectly when playing games that use the feature

4.0.1

Ver. 4.0.1

Fixed
  • Changed the HDMI connection process specification to match that of version 3.0.2 to address video and sound output issues with some TV models

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including: Changed the HDMI connection process specification to match that of version 3.0.2 to address video and sound output issues with some TV models.

4.0.0

Ver. 4.0.0

Added
  • Capture video on select games by holding the Capture Button during gameplay, saving up to 30 seconds to the Album with ability to trim clips and post to Facebook and Twitter
  • Select from 12 new Super Mario Odyssey and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild icons for your user profile
  • Transfer user and save data to another system via System Settings
  • Pre-purchase option on Nintendo eShop with game pre-load capability for quicker play on release
  • Match software version with a group of local users to synchronize versions across devices
Changed
  • Updated news channel feed with new look and ability to unfollow channels to remove their content
  • Wireless networks using TKIP security now display in network search results as grayed-out selections instead of being hidden

Capture video on select games To capture video, hold down the Capture Button during gameplay Up to a maximum of the previous 30 seconds will be saved in the Album. You can trim the beginning and end of each clip, and post to Facebook and Twitter. As of October 18, 2017, this feature is compatible with The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, ARMS, and Splatoon 2 Select from 12 new Super Mario Odyssey and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild icons for your user To edit your user icon, head to your My Page on the top-left of the Home Menu and select Profile Perfil Profil Profil Transfer user and save data to another system To transfer, head to System Settings, Users Usuarios Utilisateurs Usuários, then Transfer Your User and Save Data Pre-purchase option on Nintendo eShop A pre-purchase option will be available for certain games. This option allows pre-load of the game to your system for quicker play when the game is released. This feature will be supported by future game releases News channel updates The news feed has been updated with a new look. Unfollowing a channel will remove that channel's content from the news feed and following the channel again will make it reappear. Match software version with a group of local users To create a group, head to the software's Options Opciones Options Opções, Software Update, then Match Version with Local Users Everyone's software will be updated to match the most recent version in the group All users must be on system menu version 4.0.0 or later to view and join a group General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including: Changed the specification which hid wireless networks using TKIP security from the network search results. Wireless networks using TKIP security will now display in search results as a grayed-out selection instead of not being displayed The Nintendo Switch console supports WEP, WPA-PSK(AES), and WPA2-PSK(AES). If your router is using a different security type (e.g. WPA-PSK(TKIP)), you will need to change this security type within your router's settings.

3.0.2

Ver. 3.0.2

Added
  • Online play in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru available for free until the paid online service launches in 2018
Changed
  • General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience

Added online play in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. This is currently available for free until the paid online service launches in 2018. General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience

3.0.1

Ver. 3.0.1

Fixed
  • Addressed an issue in which the remaining battery charge cannot be displayed accurately

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including: Addressed an issue in which the remaining battery charge can't be displayed accurately If the system's battery power display suddenly increases or decreases, it will gradually improve by following these steps from our troubleshooting guide.

3.0.0

Ver. 3.0.0

Added
  • Register a channel to receive News for specific games
  • Add friends from your Nintendo 3DS and Wii U Friend Lists
  • Receive notifications when your Friends go online
  • Find paired controllers within communication range by activating the vibration feature
  • Change the user icon order on the Home Menu
  • Select from 6 new Splatoon 2 characters for user icon
  • Change the system volume from the Quick Settings
  • Change display colors to Invert Colors or Grayscale
  • Use the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller via wired communication by connecting the USB charging cable
  • Update connected controllers
  • Feature that suggests deletion of software data if there is insufficient space when downloading other software
Changed
  • The maximum volume when using headphones or speakers connected to the audio jack has been raised and can be lowered if desired
Fixed
  • Resolved an issue that caused game software updates to fail and prevented the software from starting
  • Improvements to prevent unintended HDMI input change with certain TVs while the console is docked in Sleep Mode

Register a channel to receive News for specific games To register, head to News, then Find Channels Add friends from your Nintendo 3DS and Wii U Friend Lists To add friends, head to your My Page on the top-left of the Home Menu and select Friend Suggestions Receive notifications when your Friends go online To turn this ON/OFF, head to System Settings, Notifications, then Friend Notifications Find paired controllers within communication range by activating the vibration feature To search, head to Controllers Controles Manettes Controles, then Find Controllers Change the user icon order on the Home Menu To change order, head to System Settings, Users Usuarios Utilisateurs Usuários, then Change Order Select from 6 new Splatoon 2 characters for user icon To edit your user icon, head to your My Page on the top-left of the Home Menu and select Profile Perfil Profil Perfil Change the system volume from the Quick Settings To access Quick Settings, hold down the HOME Button The maximum volume when using headphones or speakers connected to the audio jack has been raised and can be lowered if desired. To lower the max headphone volume, head to System Settings, System, then Lower Max Headphone Volume This settings will be ON when Parental Controls are enabled Change display colors to Invert Colors or Grayscale To use this feature, head to System Settings, System, then Change Display Colors Use the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller via wired communication by connecting the USB charging cable To enable, head to System Settings, Controllers and Sensors, then Pro Controller Wired Communication The NFC touchpoint on the Pro Controller will be disabled while the controller is using wired communication. Update connected controllers To update, head to System Settings, Controllers and Sensors, then Update Controllers Added a feature that suggests deletion of software data if there is insufficient space when downloading other software To use this feature, head to System Settings, Data Management Gestión de datos Gestion des données Gerenciar dados, then Quick Archive User save data is not deleted General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including: Resolved an issue that caused game software updates to fail and prevented the software from starting Improvements to prevent unintended HDMI input change with certain TVs while the console is docked in Sleep Mode

2.3.0

Ver. 2.3.0

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

2.2.0

Ver. 2.2.0

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

2.1.0

Ver. 2.1.0

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

2.0.0

Ver. 2.0.0

Added
  • Online multiplayer available for free until the paid online service launches in 2018
  • Add friends from My Page in the HOME Menu
  • Share Album screenshots to Facebook and Twitter
  • Browse and purchase content on Nintendo eShop
  • Receive News relating to games, Nintendo eShop discounts, and promotions
  • Earn My Nintendo points for game card retail versions
  • Update game software
  • Turn on the TV automatically when placing the Nintendo Switch console in the dock
  • Display the battery percentage on the HOME Menu
  • Format the microSD card from System Settings

Nintendo Account required. Some features may not be available in all countries/regions. Playing online Online multiplayer available for free until the paid online service launches in 2018. Not available in all countries. Adding friends Friends can be added from My Page, head to the HOME Menu and select your icon on the upper left. Sharing Album screenshots to Facebook and Twitter Browsing and purchasing content on Nintendo eShop Receiving News relating to games, Nintendo eShop discounts, and promotions Earning My Nintendo points for game card (retail version) Update game software Turn on the TV automatically when placing the Nintendo Switch console in the Nintendo Switch dock. HDMI settings must also be enabled on your TV. Some TV models may be unable to use this feature. To turn on this feature for the Nintendo Switch console, head to System Settings, TV Settings, then Match TV Power State Display the battery percentage on the HOME Menu To turn this ON/OFF, head to System Settings, System, then Console Battery (%) Format the microSD card To format, head to System Settings, System, Initialize, then Format microSD Card