April 2: Nintendo has provide a new Nintendo Switch 2 backwards compatibility list, which outline which games aren’t compatible with Switch 1.
As of now there’s just one title identified as fully nonfunctional – that being Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit. Nintendo has also outlined games that need a Nintendo Switch Joy-Con, titles that start up but have issues, and ones with flat-out start up problems.
Here’s the full list:
If you missed out on the news about all of the Nintendo Switch game updates that went out yesterday, you probably didn’t hear about the 1.1.0 update for The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. We wanted to give this a specific spotlight as it comes with a notable improvement for all players.
One of the big criticisms surrounding Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom was the echoes menu system. Now, however, that has been addressed a bit.
Madden NFL 26 is heading to Nintendo Switch, EA revealed today. The game launches on August 14, 2025.
Plans for the football franchise on the new console were announced during a Nintendo Direct earlier in the month. However, EA didn’t specify if we’d be getting this year’s main entry or something else entirely.
June 1: Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour will be available in just a few days, and a lengthy overview trailer has now come in. The five-minute video – currently only available in Japanese – showcases the upcoming launch title.
Here’s an overview of Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour:
It’s been revealed that No Man’s Sky has a brand new version for Nintendo Switch 2, and on top of that, a free upgrade is being made available. This is based on new information on the Nintendo eShop.
Hello Games has highlighted a few Nintendo Switch 2 features. These include multiplayer, enhanced visuals with a higher-resolution universe, settlements, touch controls, increased planetary detail, high-res UI, gyro aiming, cross-play, and cross-save support.
Here’s the official product description:
Alongside the launch of Mario Kart World, Nintendo has prepared a version 1.1.0 update. Those who are starting to get access to Nintendo Switch 2 can download it now.
The patch brings along various features, including support for the camera and LAN play. Other adjustments have been made, including the lineup of characters that are initially available.
The full rundown is as follows:
Nintendo Switch 2 is starting to roll out in different parts of the world, and the day one update – with version 20.1.1 – is now live. The Nintendo eShop is also available.
Nintendo previously indicated that the update would be very significant, and that is indeed the case. Various features will be added to your system once installed.
June 2: A brief trailer has come in for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet showing the game running on Nintendo Switch 2. This comes from a post on the Nintendo Today app.
When the new system comes out this week, players will be able to download a free patch. This makes a number of technical improvements, including a bump up to 60 frames per second. Additionally, the games have been optimized for the display on the system’s screen and high-resolution TVs – meaning improved visual quality.
Another round of Nintendo Switch game updates have gone live, which improve compatibility on Switch 2.
These patches are separate for the ones that just dropped that focus on visual and technical improvements. For example, Nintendo identified screen flickering issues with Pikmin 3 Deluxe, which it has now started to address. Also, for Super Mario 3D All-Stars, you’ll need to download the new patch – otherwise you can’t actually play on Nintendo Switch 2.
Here’s the full lineup:
May 20: Nintendo is now starting to offer up icons for a variety of classic systems for Switch Online members today.
The NES, SNES, Game Boy (and Game Boy Color), GBA, and GameCube will be featured. These platforms are also a part of Nintendo Switch Online with the classic titles that members can play through on Nintendo Switch – and soon on Switch 2.
