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Nintendo Releases Switch and Switch 2 System Update 21.0.0 With UI, GameChat and Transfer Tweaks

The cross-generation firmware prioritizes everyday usability over new flagship features.

Overview

  • The HOME Menu now shows symbols above software icons to identify physical versus digital versions.
  • Virtual Game Cards can download their data even when Use Online License is turned off, via the card’s Options menu.
  • During transfers from Switch to Switch 2, users can disable redownloading software on the new console and skip transferring Album data.
  • GameChat adds conveniences including preventing automatic sleep during chats, an option to disable chat audio panning, and continuity when moving between docked and handheld modes.
  • On Switch 2, additional changes include cancel-all for multiple downloads, a Receive Software icon for bundled titles, expanded friend search via GameChat, faster text-to-speech, a low-latency audio mode for the Pro Controller, display and battery charging label updates, Thai and Polish language options, and general stability improvements.