DaRmaZat Nintendo has released system update version 22.0.0 for both the Nintendo Switch 2 and the original Nintendo Switch. The update introduces several new features and improvements across both systems, with the Switch 2 version adding a new “Handheld Mode Boost” option designed to improve visuals when playing compatible Switch titles in handheld mode.
Handheld Mode Boost for Switch 2
The headline addition for Switch 2 is Handheld Mode Boost, a new system setting that allows compatible Switch software to run as if it were in TV Mode while the console is in handheld mode. This can lead to improved visual quality in supported games.
Nintendo notes that enabling the feature may affect certain functionality depending on the title, and users should consult the on-device description for details.
Other Additional Switch 2 Update Highlights
The Switch 2 update also introduces several new features and system improvements. Some of the highlights include:
- Expanded GameChat features, including inviting friends to active chat rooms
- 10-second rewind and fast-forward controls (ZL / ZR) when watching full-screen videos in News or the Nintendo eShop
- New Automatic Uploads options for videos and screenshots from the Album
- Storage breakdown view for system memory and microSD Express cards
- Updated Airplane Mode controls, allowing Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and NFC to be toggled individually
The update also includes general system stability improvements for both consoles. For a full list of newly added features, visit the official Nintendo Switch website.
