Nintendo has issued a fresh system software update for the Switch and Switch 2, bringing both consoles’ firmware up to Version 21.0.1.
The latest patch arrives just two weeks after Nintendo’s last major update to its console firmware, which was also widely criticized for appearing to break compatibility with a range of third-party Switch 2 docks. Nintendo, for its part, said in a subsequent statement to IGN that it had no “intention to hinder or invalidate legal third-party dock compatibility.”
Today’s update is only just landing now, and there are numerous third-party dock options out there to test. But, so far, there’s been no immediate suggestion from fans that this update has made further changes to third-party dock compatibility — for better or worse. Still, we’ll keep an eye and update if we spot anything of note.
In terms of what is included in the update, Nintendo has stated that it’s fixed an error with the Switch’s system transfer feature, which previously impacted users’ ability to move smoothly over onto Switch 2. There’s also a fix for a common Bluetooth issue, which previously stopped wireless devices such as controllers and headsets from connecting.
Nintendo’s full patch notes for the update lie below:
Switch 2 Update Version 21.0.1 (Released November 24, 2025)
- Fixed an issue where Error Code: 2011-0301 or Error Code: 2168-0002 would repeatedly occur on a Nintendo Switch when attempting a system transfer using local communication from a Nintendo Switch system to a Nintendo Switch 2 system.
- Fixed an issue where sometimes, after waking up the system from Sleep Mode or turning off Airplane Mode, wireless controllers or Bluetooth audio devices were unable to connect.
- General system stability improvements to enhance the user’s experience.
Switch Update Ver. 21.0.1 (Released November 24, 2025)
- Fixed an issue where Error Code: 2011-0301 or Error Code: 2168-0002 would repeatedly occur on a Nintendo Switch when attempting a system transfer using local communication from a Nintendo Switch system to a Nintendo Switch 2 system.
- General system stability improvements to enhance the user’s experience.
Earlier this month, Nintendo revealed that Switch 2 had sold an astonishing 10.36 million units between June 5 and September 30, a record-breaking amount that doubles the launch sales of the original Switch, and sees the new platform continue its run as the biggest console launch ever.
Mario Kart World, the Switch 2’s flagship launch game, has now sold 9.57 million copies, while, Donkey Kong Bananza, has notched up 3.49 million sales since July. Pokémon Legends Z-A, meanwhile, sold 5.8 million copies just during its first week.
Next up for Switch 2 is the impending launch of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, a game some fans have been waiting a decade to play. Recent Metroid Prime 4 previews have criticised the game’s first chatty NPC, but will the full experience get a more positive impression? It’s not long until we find out, as the game releases on December 4.
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