10 Switch games have received compatibility updates Switch 2addressing various issues that some players have encountered on Nintendo's latest console. These compatibility fixes come after the Switch 2 received a system update on December 8.
One of the benefits of Nintendo's latest hybrid system is backwards compatibility. This feature was a big deal for many fans as the original Switch lacked support for Wii U discs due to the switch to cartridges. With this change to the Switch 2, gamers have access to many classic games from one of Nintendo's best console generations. While backwards compatibility on the Switch 2 opened the door for gamers to play many Switch games on newer hardware, the feature had a few issues.
Nintendo releases Switch and Switch 2 system updates for December 2025
Nintendo console users have a new system update to download as the Switch and Switch 2 receive some operating system changes.
The latest switch compatibility fixes for Switch 2
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Blade of Darkness
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The story of the development of the game
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Little Nightmares: Complete Edition
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Miitopia
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My Yuugi
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Resident Evil 4
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Solid Void – Nature Puzzles
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Sports party
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Streets of Rage 4
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Venture Towns
Fortunately, Nintendo continues to release compatibility updates that fix some of the lingering issues players have encountered when playing Switch games on the Switch 2. The latest of these deals with 10 games, including some heavy hitters such as Resident Evil 4 and Miitopia. It also included a list of games that received compatibility fixes Blade of Darkness, The story of the development of the game, Little Nightmares: Complete Edition, My Yuugi, Solid Void – Nature Puzzles, Sports party, Streets of Rage 4and Venture Towns. It's unclear what changes have been made to each title, but they should now work better on the Switch 2.
It's worth noting that some Switch games still need patching on Switch 2. For example, a popular 3D platformer A hat in time was previously flagged by Nintendo and experienced problems with gameplay. However, as Nintendo continues to improve its backwards compatibility, the list of supported games should grow in the coming weeks. In fact, this latest batch of patches is just one of many that Nintendo has released so far, with other updates patching titles across a range of genres. For example, the October update brought improvements War frame on Switch 2, among other titles.
With such a sensational Switch library, backwards compatibility can be a compelling reason to consider the Switch 2. Although a few games are still not supported, the Switch 2 has become the best way to play some of these older games. Thanks to the improved hardware, it appeals to games that had frame rate problems Zelda: Link's Awakening and Zelda: Echoes of Wisdomit runs much smoother. In addition, Nintendo released Switch 2 Editions of popular first-party titles that add new features and have improved image quality. Highlights of these Switch 2 editions include Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdomwhich saw an increase in frame rate to 60 frames per second and an increase in resolution.
Switch 2 continues to get new games
While gamers continue to play Switch games on the Switch 2, the list of new releases for the console continues to grow. December 4th Metroid Prime 4: Beyond launched, bringing fans a new 3D adventure with Samus Aran. While the game was released for both the Switch 2 and the original Switch, it saw significant graphical improvements on the newer hardware. Unfortunately, the reception of this latest installment was mixed compared to the criticism of the previous one Metroid Prime games. However, players can take advantage of backwards compatibility and try out the Switch 1 Metroid Prime Remasteredwhich received a 94 on OpenCritic if the new game doesn't live up to their Metroid desire.
It will be interesting to see what Nintendo has planned for the Switch 2 in 2026. Although the console was very popular in its first year on the market, it was not without controversy. Some players' opinions were shaken by issues such as price. With not many first-party Switch 2 games announced for 2026, Nintendo could have more news to share in the next few months.
Source: Nintendo Everything
