Tuesday, 31 March, 2026
Switch 2 Update Breaks Third-Party Docks, Nintendo Denies Intent
By Isha
Nintendo's Switch 2 firmware update 21.0.0 has rendered many third-party docks inoperative, sparking user outrage. While Nintendo denies any intention to "hinder or invalidate legal third-party dock compatibility," accessory makers are scrambling to issue firmware updates for their products. The issue suggests a change in the console's proprietary handshake protocol, forcing a scramble for compatibility fixes.