System Update Information for Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo constantly aims to improve the functionality of its systems and services in order to provide the easiest, most user-friendly experience possible. As a part of these efforts, we are making Nintendo Switch 2 system updates available for download via the Internet.
Update history
Performing the system update
In most situations, the console will automatically download the most recent system update while it is connected online. You can verify your current menu version and manually start the update from the System Settings menu if necessary.
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How to perform a system update on Nintendo Switch 2
- Select the System Settings on the HOME Menu.
- Scroll down through the System Settings menu and select System.
- Select System Update, to start the system update process.
- During the process, the system will first perform a check to determine if a new system update is available.
- If an update is available, the download process will begin automatically.
- Select the System Settings on the HOME Menu.
If you are unable to perform the system update, restart your console and try again.
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How to restart a Nintendo Switch 2 console
- Press and hold the POWER Button
for at least three seconds.
- Select Power OptionsOpciones de apagadoOptions d'alimentationOpções de desligar.
- Select Restart.
- Press and hold the POWER Button
Ver. 23.5.0 (Released November 9, 2026)
- Added the ability to configure accessibility settings during first-time setup.
- Information on these accessibility settings can be found in Nintendo Switch 2 first-time setup.
- Added support for an upcoming feature to allow gifting of Nintendo eShop products to a Nintendo Account family group member.
- This gifting feature will be available after a Nintendo eShop update, scheduled for November 17, 2026.
- The following updates have been made in Accessibility in System Settings:
- Added Portuguese (Portugal) to "Text to Speech" languages.
- Added Portuguese (Portugal) to the GameChat "Convert Text to Speech" languages.
- General adjustments and fixes were made to improve the user experience.