How to Update Software Data Via a Local User on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch
Follow these steps to update and exchange software data via local users on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch.
Important: Steps 1 - 3 must be performed by each of the Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch consoles to be used with this feature.
Note
- An Internet connection is not required to use this feature - update data is shared between users over local wireless communication.
- Nintendo Switch 2 consoles can use this feature together with Nintendo Switch consoles to update compatible Nintendo Switch software. However, if the Nintendo Switch software has already been updated with Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive features, performance enhancements, or content, you will only be able to match versions with other Nintendo Switch 2 consoles.
Before you start
Ensure your console has the latest system update.
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How to check for the latest system update
- Select System Settings on the HOME Menu.
- Scroll down to the bottom of the System Settings menu and select System.
- Select System Update to start the system update process.
- The system will check to see if an update is available.
For more information, see How to Perform a System Update on Nintendo Switch 2 or How to Perform a System Update on Nintendo Switch.
Complete these steps
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Updating on Nintendo Switch 2
- From the HOME Menu, select the icon for the software you wish to update without starting the game or application.
Important: Ensure that all systems select the same software icon. If different software is selected, you will not be able to join a local group.
- Press the + Button or - Button on your controller, then select Software Update, then Match Version with Local Users, and then NextContinuarSuitePróximo.
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Option to match version with local users isn't available
If this option is unavailable, you must install the latest system update on your console.
If your system is already updated, it's possible the software icon you selected is leftover from a GameShare session and you do not have the actual software installed.
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Option to match version with local users isn't available
- Once all users are on the screen that allows them to either create or join a group, designate one user to select Create Group.
- The rest of the users must then select Join Group and select the local group created by the designated user.
- Once the desired users have joined the local group, the group creator must then select Start Session.
- If there is software to update, all the user's software will be updated to match the most recent version of the group.
- From the HOME Menu, select the icon for the software you wish to update without starting the game or application.
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Updating on Nintendo Switch
- From the HOME Menu, select the icon for the software you wish to update without starting the game or application.
Important: Ensure that all systems select the same software icon. If different software is selected, you will not be able to join a local group.
- Press the + Button or - Button on your controller, then select Software Update, then Match Version with Local Users, and then NextContinuarSuitePróximo.
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Option to match version with local users isn't available
If this option is unavailable, you must install the latest system update on your console.
If your system is already updated, it's possible the software icon you selected is leftover from a GameShare session and you do not have the actual software installed.
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Option to match version with local users isn't available
- Once all users are on the screen that allows them to either create or join a group, designate one user to select Create Group.
- The rest of the users must then select Join Group and select the local group created by the designated user.
- Once the desired users have joined the local group, the group creator must then select Start Communication.
- If there is software to update, all the user's software will be updated to match the most recent version of the group.
- From the HOME Menu, select the icon for the software you wish to update without starting the game or application.
