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Nintendo Pushes More Switch 2 Compatibility Fixes, Flags New Problem Games

The company is issuing iterative firmware with public notes to restore Switch 1 games on Switch 2.

Overview

  • The latest round reportedly restores functionality for Doom + Doom II, Guardian Tales, NieR: Automata, Skies Above, Sugardew Island, Super Mega Baseball 4 and Timespinner.
  • Nintendo notes that lingering on Sports Party’s title screen for roughly 30 seconds can trigger a problem, which players can avoid by proceeding past the menu.
  • Progression problems have been identified in Resident Evil 4 and Blades of Darkness on Switch 2.
  • Player feedback indicates Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl continue to exhibit issues even after firmware version 21.0.1.
  • Nintendo’s searchable compatibility site remains the reference for Supported, Unsupported and Incompatible statuses with title-specific notes.