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Following a major system update for the Switch 1 and 2 last month, Nintendo has now released a much smaller firmware update for both hybrid platforms.

Version 22.1.0 includes "system stability improvements" following the rollout of Version 22.0.0, which introduced a lot of improvements and adjustments. So, this latest update is likely crushing some bugs and smoothing things out. If a datamine does reveal anything else about what's going on with this latest update, we'll be sure to let you know.

For now, this is a reminder to update your system if you want to be able to access the latest content and continue playing games online. Here's the full rundown via Nintendo's official support pages:

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Nintendo Switch 2 Update - Ver. 22.1.0 (6th April 2026)

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

Nintendo Switch Update - Ver. 22.1.0 (6th April 2026)

General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

If you didn't catch last month's update, the Switch 2 update included the surprise release of "Handheld Mode Boost", which allows users to run Switch software on the Switch 2 Handheld Mode, as if it was in TV Mode. Dataminer 'OatmealDome' also notes how some Mario Switch icons were updated in Version 22.0.0.

This latest firmware update has arrived ahead of the "free-to-start" title Pokémon Champions this week, and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream next week. Nintendo Music has also been updated today with more Splatoon 3 tracks.

Have you downloaded this update yet? How are you finding Handheld Mode Boost since the previous update? Let us know in the comments.