Tag: Firmware
News Nintendo Switch 2 System Update 21.1.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Available for Switch as well
Following a firmware update for the Switch 2 and Switch in November, Nintendo has now rolled out a December update (and what could potentially be the final system update of the year). According to the official Nintendo support page, this latest update includes some general system stability improvements. If we hear about...
News Nintendo Switch 2 System Update 21.0.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Also available for Switch
Nintendo dropped a major Switch 2 and Switch firmware update earlier this month, and it's now followed this up with a much smaller patch. Although this firmware update isn't a big one, it does appear to address some important issues. This includes an issue where a few Error Codes would repeatedly occur when attempting to...
News Nintendo Switch 2 System Update 21.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Also available for Switch
Nintendo has released a new Switch 2 and Switch system update today, bumping the firmware up to Version 21.0.0. It includes all sorts of changes, starting with updates to the HOME Menu and additional options tied to downloads. There are also new ways to find other users now, GameChat and Game Card-related updates, Display...
News Nintendo Switch 2 System Update 20.5.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Also available for Switch
Nintendo hasn't wasted any time patching and updating the Switch 2 since it arrived on the scene in June, and following an update at the beginning of this month, the video game giant has now bumped the Switch 2 (and original Switch) firmware up to Version 20.5.0. Once again, the focus is on "stability improvements" to make...
News Nintendo Switch 2 System Update 20.4.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Available for Switch, too
We're now in September, and Nintendo has rolled out a new firmware update for the Switch 2 and original Switch. It's seemingly a small one, with the patch notes mentioning how it has improved the overall "stability". Here are the full patch notes, courtesy of Nintendo's official support page. Version 20.4.0 (Released...
News Nintendo Switch 2 System Update 20.3.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
It's available on Switch as well
Nintendo has been rolling out regular firmware updates since the Switch 2 launched in June, and now before the end July, it's released another one. According to the official patch notes on Nintendo's support page, this is another stability update. It's available for the original Switch as well and bumps the firmware...
News Nintendo Switch 2 System Update 20.2.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Stability is back, baby
Nintendo has rolled out another firmware update for the Switch 2 and it also happens to be the first one for the month of July. According to the official patch notes on the customer support page, it resolves some fixes tied to the Parental Controls and also includes general system stability improvements, which are sure to...
News Nintendo Switch 2 System Update 20.1.5 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
The same firmware update is also available on Switch
Nintendo has rolled out a new system firmware update today for the Switch 2 and original model which bumps the hybrid family of devices up to Version 20.1.5. This update officially kicks off the Switch 2's life with a stability update, but nothing else is revealed in these patch notes. This...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 20.1.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Just days out from the Switch 2's launch
The Switch 2's launch is just around the corner but it hasn't forgotten about the original system (at least yet). After a few updates in May, we've now got the very first firmware patch for June, bumping the system up to Version 20.1.1. This appears to be a relatively small update and as explained in the...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 20.1.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Stability is back, baby
The Switch 2 is out next week and ahead of this, Nintendo has rolled out a new system firmware update for the original unit. This bumps the hybrid device up to Version 20.1.0 and includes some visual and sound updates, along with the return of general system stability improvements. There's also a notice about system...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 20.0.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Error Code: 2206-1015 has been resolved
In case you missed it, Nintendo has rolled out a new update, and no - we're not talking about the big 20.0.0 update, this is a completely new patch officially bumping the firmware up to Version 20.0.1. This latest update resolves Error Code: 2206-1015, which Nintendo was already "investigating" after multiple...
News Switch Users Are Getting Error Codes After Updating To Version 20.0.0
Update: A fix has been deployed
Nintendo released a new firmware update for the Switch 2 earlier this week and while it's been exciting to unpack all the new features and surprises, it seems it hasn't gone as planned for everyone. Some Switch users are reporting problems with their systems after performing the Version 20.0.0 update. It results in...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 20.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Adds Virtual Game Cards, GameShare and Switch 2 transfers
The Switch 2 arrives this June, and as part of this, Nintendo has some things it needs to prepare before the new system's arrival. This includes the release of a new firmware update for the original Switch today, which bumps the device up to Version 20.0.0 and adds new features to the HOME...
News Switch's First 'Rebootless Update' Of 2025 Is Now Live, Here Are The Details
Following Version 19.0.1's rollout last October
The Switch may be coming to the tail end of its life, but Nintendo is still showing support for it with new games and even updates. Following the rollout of Version 19.0.1 in October 2024, Nintendo has now rolled out a new 'rebootless update' for this same firmware patch. As highlighted by dataminer...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 19.0.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
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After reports about multiple Switch users experiencing problems with the latest firmware, it seems Nintendo has rolled out a new update, bumping the hybrid system up to Version 19.0.1. It's a relatively quick download and you can manually perform the update by going into the system settings > system > system update. After...
News Switch System Update 19.0.0 Is Apparently Causing Some Issues
Nintendo rolled out this major update earlier this month
Following Nintendo's rollout of a new Switch firmware update earlier this month, there have apparently been some issues. Version 19.0.0 included "general system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience" but it's reportedly had the opposite effect - with some individuals...
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Instead of the Switch successor, Nintendo has this week announced a new alarm clock officially dubbed 'Nintendo Sound Clock: Alarmo'. Now, if that wasn't already enough excitement for one day, in case you missed it, this new device can actually receive software updates just like other Nintendo products. Sleep enthusiasts who were...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 19.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
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Although we're now on the cusp of the Switch "successor" announcement, Nintendo is still rolling out regular updates for its current generation hybrid system. With this in mind, it's today bumped up the Switch firmware to Version 19.0.0. According to the official patch notes, this is another super stable update to improve the...
News Nintendo Releases Update For Switch (Version 18.1.0), Here Are The Details
Another "rebootless" update has gone live
Following a system firmware update in June (bumping the Switch up to Version 18.1.0), Nintendo has now rolled out another "rebootless" update. This has been detailed by dataminer 'OatmealDome' on social media, who once again men
News Nintendo Switch System Update 18.1.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
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Nintendo has updated its Switch firmware to Version 18.1.0. As you might have already noticed, this one is a little bit different. It's tied to the previous announcement in May about the Switch's discontinuation of 'X' (formerly Twitter). It means Switch users will no longer be able to post screenshots of videos to X from the...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 18.0.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
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Nintendo has rolled out its second Switch firmware update of 2024, bumping the system up to Version 18.0.1. This latest update fixes some wireless access point issues and comes with the usual system stability improvements to enhance the overall experience. Below are the full patch notes, courtesy of the company's official support...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 18.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
The first firmware update of 2024 has arrived
Although the Switch is getting on, Nintendo is still busy rolling out regular firmware updates. Following a minor update at the end of last year, it's now released the big Version 18.0.0 update. It's added in an extra auto-sleep option, added Korean as a supported language for parental controls and as...
News Nintendo Releases Update For Switch (Version 17.0.1), Here Are The Details
Another "rebootless" update has gone live
After a system update in December last year, bumping the Switch's firmware up to Version 17.0.1, Nintendo has now quietly released another "rebootless" update. This was once again highlighted by dataminer 'OatmealDome' on social media, who shares a brief reminder that "rebootless updates" do not require you...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 17.0.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Could this be the final update of 2023?
We've finally made it to December and to mark the last month of 2023, Nintendo has rolled out a new firmware update for the Switch. According to Nintendo's official support page, Version 17.0.1 resolves an issue with local communication for "some software" and includes general system stability improvements to...
News Nintendo Releases Update For Switch (Version 17.0.0), Here Are The Details
Another "rebootless" update has arrived
Following a firmware update for the Switch last month, bumping the system up to Version 17.0.0, Nintendo has now released another "rebootless" update. As explained by the dataminer and social media user 'OatmealDome', these updates do not actually require users to restart the console or download anything. As...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 17.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Super stable
Nintendo has rolled out a new update for the Switch and it bumps the system firmware up to Version 17.0.0. Yes, it's a major one, but there's seemingly not much going on other than the usual stability improvements to enhance the overall experience. Here are the full patch notes, courtesy of Nintendo's official support page: Ver...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 16.1.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Ultra stable
Nintendo has released a new update for the Switch, bumping the firmware up to Version 16.1.0. This is the fifth update of 2023 and the first one we've had since May. According to the official support page, this update comes with more stability improvements to enhance the "overall experience" for Switch players. Here's the full...
News Nintendo Updates The Switch Again (Version 16.0.3), Here Are The Details
A second "rebootless update" has been released
Nintendo rolled out a Switch firmware update in early May, bumping the system up to Version 16.0.3. It then followed this up at the end of the same month with an update for this update. Now, it seems another one has arrived for the same patch. As highlighted by dataminer 'OatmealDome' this is another...
News Nintendo Releases Update For Switch (Version 16.0.3), Here Are The Details
Another "rebootless update" has arrived
Earlier this month, Nintendo rolled out a new update for the Switch, bumping the system up to Version 16.0.3. Now, in a slight development, it seems the company has issued a "rebootless" update for this same firmware update. As detailed by dataminer 'OatmealDome', this update does not require users to do...
News 3DS System Update 11.17.0-50 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Ultra stable
Nintendo has issued a surprise update for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems. This bumps the system up to Version 11.17.0-50. As usual, it's another "stability update" - with improved system stability to further enhance the overall user experience. Dataminer 'OatmealDome' also notes how the system settings, eShop app and internet...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 16.0.3 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Get ready for Zelda with another stability update
Ahead of the launch of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom later this week, Nintendo has released a new system update for the Switch. This bumps the firmware up to Version 16.0.3 and it's another stability update to enhance the overall experience. Here are the full official patch notes,...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 16.0.2 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Fancy some more stability?
Following on from last month's update, Nintendo has now rolled out its third firmware update of 2023, bumping the hybrid system up to Version 16.0.2. This latest update isn't a major content drop like 16.0.0 patch. Instead, it's another stability update (like 16.0.1) including improvements to enhance the overall...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 16.0.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Super stable
Nintendo has rolled out its second firmware update of 2023, bumping the hybrid system up to Version 16.0.1. This latest update seemingly does far less compared to the previous 16.0.0 update issued in February. 16.0.1 is the usual stability update to enhance the overall user experience. Here are the patch notes in full, courtesy of...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 16.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
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Nintendo has just released its first Switch firmware update for 2023 - bumping the system up to Version 16.0.0. This latest update makes a slight adjustment to 'nicknames' and also comes with regular "stability updates" to enhance the overall user experience. When we learn more about the backend adjustments, we'll update this...
News Nintendo Releases Update For Switch (Version 15.0.1), Here Are The Details
"Bad words list" updated
At the beginning of November, Nintendo released a system update for the Switch, bumping it up to Version 15.0.1. As revealed by dataminer OatmealDome at the time, it included a handful of fixes. As usual, there were also some "general system stability improvements" to enhance the overall user experience. Today's update is...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 15.0.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
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Nintendo has just released another new firmware update for the Switch - bumping the system up to Version 15.0.1. This one resolves a few issues including one problem causing an error code when playing DLC on a unit that's not your primary console. It also fixes an issue preventing screenshots during certain in-game scenes on...
PSA Remember To Update Your Switch Joy-Con And Pro Controllers
The latest Switch firmware update has arrived
Nintendo earlier today released a new firmware update for the Switch and it seems there might be some controller updates to go with it according to a number of users who have already downloaded the update. Obviously, this is just a little PSA to remind you, in general, to update your Joy-Con and Pro...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 15.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
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Nintendo has just released another new firmware update for the Switch. This is the first major update it has released since June, and it's skipped ahead from Version 14.1.2 all the way up to 15.0.0. This latest update might not be what everyone was necessarily hoping for but it does come with some handy adjustments and...
News 3DS System Update 11.16.0-49 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Super stable
Following the 3DS system update late last month, Nintendo has now issued another one. This bumps the system up to Version 11.16.0-49. Here are the full patch notes, courtesy of Nintendo's support website: Ver. 11.16.0-49U (September 12th, 2022) "Further improvements to overall system stability and other minor adjustments have been...
News 3DS System Update 11.16.0-48 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Another stability update has been delivered
Well, just like the Wii U - the Nintendo 3DS has also received a system firmware update today. This bumps the entire family of 3DS systems up to Version 11.16.0-48. It's another "stability" update. There have also been some other minor adjustments. Like the Wii U update, this also happens to be the first...
News Wii U Receives Its First System Update Of 2022, Here's What's Included
Possibly the first and last
Nintendo has released a new system update for the Wii U. The patch notes mention enhancements to the "overall system stability" and various other minor adjustments. Here's what's apparently included in the Version 5.5.6 U update. This applies to both the Wii U Deluxe and Basic models: Ver. 5.5.6 U (August 29th,...
News Nintendo Releases Another Update For Switch (Version 14.1.2), Here Are The Details
The "bad words list" has been updated, again
Following on from a Switch Online mobile app update earlier today, it seems Nintendo has now rolled out another "rebootless" update for Switch firmware Version 14.1.2. Nintendo dataminer OatmealDome has once again revealed what's going on behind the scenes. Keep in mind, that unlike regular updates,...
News Nintendo Releases Update For Switch (Version 14.1.2), Here Are The Details
"Bad words list" updated
A few weeks ago, Nintendo rolled out a system update for the Switch, bumping the firmware up to Version 14.1.2. It contained the usual "general system stability improvements" but there was some other stuff going on behind the scenes, as revealed by Nintendo dataminer OatmealDome. Today's update is a little bit different -...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 14.1.2 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
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Nintendo has just released another new firmware update for the Switch. It bumps the hybrid system up to version 14.1.2. According to the company's official support page, this latest update includes some general system stability improvements to once again enhanced the overall user experience. Here are the full patch notes: Ver...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 14.1.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
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Nintendo has just released another new firmware update for the Switch. It bumps the hybrid system up to version 14.1.1. According to Nintendo's official support page, this latest update includes "general system stability improvements" to further enhance the user experience. Surprisingly, this wasn't included in the previous patch...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 14.1.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
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Nintendo has just released a new firmware update for the Switch. It bumps the system up to version 14.1.0. According to Nintendo's support page, Nintendo has added "platinum point notification settings" under the notifications in the Switch's system settings. The official patch notes go into more detail: Ver. 14.1.0 (Released April...
PSA Remember To Update Your Joy-Con, As Well As Your Nintendo Switch
Controller updates arrive with Version 14.0.0
Nintendo released Version 14.0.0 of the Switch firmware earlier this week. It allows users to group software together and also included an update for Bluetooth audio support. Since this firmware has gone live, it seems a new update has also been issued for the Switch Joy-Con controllers. Here's how you...
News Bluetooth Audio Volume Gets A Welcome Boost In Switch System Update 14.0.0
Feels a bit more 2022
It was over four years into its lifecycle that Switch enabled support for Bluetooth headphones, a welcome addition especially for those that like playing the system as a handheld on the go. It's not necessarily an elegant solution, but the most important thing is that it works. How To Use Bluetooth Headphones On Switch -...
Guide How To Use Folders On Nintendo Switch
But now they're called 'Groups'
We've been saying for five long, hard years that we miss folders. A mainstay on 3DS and Wii U, they helped us track our spiralling collection of download games and keep things organised. On Switch maintaining a grip on a sizeable collection has become a messy business — until now! Nintendo rolled out its Nintendo...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 14.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
"You can now create groups of software"
Nintendo has just released a new firmware update for the Switch. It bumps the system up to version 14.0.0 and while it's not an overly large update, it does add one significant and long-requested feature. After five years, users now have the ability to create groups of software. This is basically the folder...
