Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch update 23.0.1 out now, patch notes
Nintendo has released system update version 23.0.1 worldwide for both the Nintendo Switch 2 and the original Nintendo Switch family of systems. The small firmware update arrived on October 1, bringing fixes to the hardware amid a busy slate of game releases. Players using either console can download and install the new software version directly from their systems now. Alongside the console firmware news, Nintendo also rolled out a separate free update for Star Fox that adds new missions, doubles battle stages, and introduces four-player online play.
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- ✓ Nintendo released system update version 23.0.1 for both the Switch 2 and original Switch systems on October 1.
- ✓ The update fixes startup delay on the Nintendo Switch.
- ✓ The Nintendo Switch 2 firmware has been updated worldwide to version 23.0.1.
What changed
Version 23.0.1 replaces previous console firmware by introducing targeted technical fixes including a resolution for startup delays on the original Nintendo Switch.
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Nintendo Releases Switch 2 and Switch Update Version 23.0.1
Nintendo has released system update version 23.0.1 worldwide for both the Nintendo Switch 2 and the original Nintendo Switch family of systems. The small firmware update arrived on October 1, bringing fixes to the hardware amid a busy slate of game releases. Players using either console can download and install the new software version directly from their systems now. Alongside the console firmware news, Nintendo also rolled out a separate free update for Star Fox that adds new missions, doubles battle stages, and introduces four-player online play.
Why it matters
System updates for the Nintendo and Nintendo Switch 2 hardware arrive periodically to maintain console stability and address minor software bugs. The version 23.0.1 patch targets specific startup delay issues on the original Switch hardware. These updates are deployed globally to ensure consistent firmware performance across both legacy and new hardware generations.
What is confirmed
- Nintendo released system update version 23.0.1 for both the Switch 2 and original Switch systems on October 1.
- The update fixes startup delay on the Nintendo Switch.
- The Nintendo Switch 2 firmware has been updated worldwide to version 23.0.1.
What to watch next
- Further official patch note documentation from Nintendo detailing any additional backend stability adjustments included in version 23.0.1.
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- Nintendo Life — Nintendo Switch 2 System Update 23.0.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
- gonintendo.com — Switch/Switch 2 firmware update Version 23.0.1 now available
- Nintendo Everything — Star Fox 1.2.0 update out now, patch notes
- nintendo.com — Gather the crew—a free update is taking off in Star Fox! – News – Nintendo Official Site
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- Instant Gaming News — The latest free update for Star Fox adds three new missions
- techtimes.com — Star Fox Switch 2 Free Update Doubles Battle Stages, Adds Four-Player Online
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