Nintendo Switch Update Out Now, Here's What It Does

The latest Nintendo Switch firmware update has arrived, but don't expect anything too substantial in terms of improvements or new features.

This newest update, which brings the system up to version 18.0.1, fixes an issue pertaining to wireless access points. Specifically, these wireless access points could sometimes fail to be recognized when setting up a new wireless network, but that should be fixed now.

Anyone who cannot update to version 18.0.1 because of this issue should temporarily change their settings of their network to use WPA2 (AES), which will allow them to connect and download the update. After that, you can go back and revert to the earlier settings.

The update also includes "general system stability improvements."

Social media user OatmealDome usually digs through the files of new updates and discovers unannounced changes or updates to Nintendo's list of banned words, but this update doesn't appear to have any. A previous update banned the Japanese word for testicles.

You can see the full patch notes for the Switch firmware update below.

Nintendo fans are looking forward to what's coming next, and that includes a heavily rumored Switch successor. It remains officially unannounced, but key details have emerged. For more, check out GameSpot's rundown of everything we know about the Switch 2.

Ver. 18.0.1 (Released April 22, 2024)

• Fixed an issue where some wireless access points cannot be found when setting up a new wireless network.
  • If you’re unable to update to Version 18.0.1 because of the issue, temporarily change the security settings for your wireless network to use only “WPA2 (AES)” so you can connect wirelessly to download and install the system update.
  • After updating to Version 18.0.1, restore your network’s security settings to its previous settings.
• General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.