Nintendo Switch System Update Out Now, Here Are The Patch Notes

In preparation for the release of Nintendo Switch 2 next week, they have just issued a new software update for the original Switch. Compared to the major 20.0.0 update from last month, this one is quite small, but it introduces some significant visual and auditory modifications to align the interface with its forthcoming counterpart, the Nintendo Switch 2.

According to Nintendo’s update notes for version 20.1.0, they have made some adjustments to the appearance of the Parental Control settings button on the home screen. Instead of being orange, it will now be red. Additionally, the sound you hear when opening the Nintendo Switch Online menu has been modified to match the sound heard on the Switch 2.

In conclusion, Nintendo has additionally implemented some routine adjustments aimed at optimizing system performance and enhancing your gaming experience, as part of the 20.1.0 update. For more specific details, you can check out the complete patch notes provided below.

Apart from the upcoming Switch 2, there’s another piece of news regarding updates. Namely, Nintendo has rolled out a 2.0.7 update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons, which is its first update since November 2022. This new update enhances the multiplayer compatibility between the Nintendo Switch 2 and the existing Nintendo Switch systems.

Globally, the Nintendo Switch 2 is scheduled for release on June 5th. However, it appears that some individuals have managed to obtain the console ahead of time. When powered up, the system is said to instruct users to “Connect to the internet and update your system.

Nintendo Switch Ver. 20.1.0 Patch Notes

  • Visual updates have been made to the Parental Control settings.
  • The sound that plays when Nintendo Switch Online is launched from the HOME Menu has been changed.
  • General system stability improvements to enhance the user’s experience.

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2025-05-28 05:39