As anticipation builds for the Switch 2’s debut, Nintendo remains active in refining its gaming catalog. Alongside a dozen core enhancements, supplementary patches have been distributed for select flagship Switch games.
These complimentary upgrades are currently accessible. Below is a summary of adjustments, per Nintendo’s support documentation:
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Version 1.4.0
Modifications for Switch 2 compatibility include:
General
- Integration with Switch 2 Edition.
- Brazilian Portuguese language option added.
- Voiceovers default to user-selected preferences.
- Amiibo compatibility expanded (Sidon, Tulin, etc.).
- Miscellaneous optimizations.
Updates for original Switch:
General
- Brazilian Portuguese support implemented.
- Voice settings follow in-game selections.
- Amiibo functionality extended.
- Performance refinements.
Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Version 1.8.0
Switch 2 adjustments:
General
- Switch 2 Edition support included.
- Brazilian Portuguese localization.
- System-matching voice defaults to English.
- Technical improvements.
Original Switch changes:
General
- Portuguese (Brazil) language option.
- Voiceovers align with system settings.
- Bug fixes and optimizations.
Pikmin 3 Deluxe – Version 1.1.2
Switch 2-specific fixes:
General
- Reduced screen flickering during transitions.
- Final resolution planned for future update.
Note: Demo versions will receive similar fixes later.
Super Mario Wonder – Version 1.0.2
Switch 2 enhancements:
General
- Compatibility improvements.
Kirby’s Dream Buffet – Version 1.0.0a
Switch 2 updates:
General
- Performance upgrades.
Note: Title screen displays Ver. 1.0.0; HOME Menu shows 1.0.0a.
Kirby Star Allies – Version 4.0.0a
Switch 2 adjustments:
General
- Gameplay optimizations.
Note: Version 4.0.0 appears on title screen; 4.0.0a in HOME Menu.
Super Mario 3D All-Stars – Version 1.1.2
Switch 2 improvements:
General
- Technical refinements for newer hardware.
Note: Update mandatory for Switch 2 compatibility.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 – Version 2.2.1
Switch 2-specific changes:
General
- System-specific optimizations.