Nintendo rolls out Switch 2 update to boost game compatibility

Nintendo has released a new software update for the Switch 2 that adds backwards‑compatibility fixes for several existing Switch titles. The update is scheduled to arrive on September 20, 2026. It targets multiple games that previously had issues running on the newer console. The patch forms part of Nintendo’s effort to ensure older games work smoothly on Switch 2 hardware. Users will receive the update automatically through the console’s system settings. The announcement was posted on My Nintendo News and covered by Nintendo Life.