Third-party docks seem to be bricking Switch systems with version 5.0.0
Switch gained a new update this past week. While it added some features and implemented some improvements, it unfortunately seems to be causing major issues for third-party docks.
A number of docks not made by Nintendo have been released over the past year, including from Nyko. YouTuber Spawn Wave reports that his system has been completely bricked after using the company’s device with the latest Switch update. It simply won’t turn on, and it currently seems that all save data will be lost as a result.
This definitely isn’t an isolated incident. Nyko has fielded several complaints on Twitter, in some cases offering to replace the broken console and provide compensation for repair costs.
Very sorry to hear that. Please send us a DM so we can personally see you are taken care of. We will replace the console, dock and compensate you for any repair costs. We'll make sure this is resolved ASAP.
— Nyko Technologies (@NykoTech) March 15, 2018
Very sorry to hear that. We would still like to replace your Portable Docking Kit or offer another Nyko item in exchange. Please reach out to our support team at [email protected] so they can make things right.
— Nyko Technologies (@NykoTech) March 15, 2018
Very sorry to hear that. Please contact our support team at [email protected] so they can compensate you for repair costs and provide a replacement Portable Docking Kit or another Nyko product.
— Nyko Technologies (@NykoTech) March 15, 2018
We would definitely advise against using third-party docks for the time being – Nyko or otherwise. These devices just aren’t working well with Switch following the latest update. We’ll keep an eye on the situation moving forward.
Thanks to Dana for the tip.
