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News - New Nintendo Switch 2 Update Supercharges Switch 1 Games - xSicKxBot - 03-18-2026
News - New Nintendo Switch 2 Update Supercharges Switch 1 Games
<p>With the Switch 2 fast approaching its first anniversary, Nintendo has released a major new update for its console that aims to make at least some last-gen Switch games look and/or perform better on it. Switch 2 firmware version 22.0.0 adds a new "Handheld Mode Boost" to the console--alongside a whole lot more--that will allow compatible Switch 1 games to run in Docked mode while playing them in the Switch 2's handheld mode.</p><p>Nintendo did note that the new mode has a few flaws, as it increases Switch 2's power consumption, and it might disable touchscreen settings. "Because this option forces TV mode operation, some instructions may be incorrect or fail to operate correctly," Nintendo explained in its patch notes. To use Handheld Boost Mode, you'll need to enable the following settings:</p><h2>How to enable on Switch 2</h2><ul><li>On the Home menu, select System Settings</li><li>Scroll down and select the System option</li><li>Scroll down and select <strong>Nintendo Switch Software Handling</strong></li><li>Select the <strong>Handheld Mode Boost </strong>option</li></ul><p>Essentially, Handheld Mode Boost allows Switch 1 games to run with similar performance to the same software being played in TV mode, and take better advantage of the Switch 2's 1080p screen. It's not clear just how improved these visuals will ultimately be, but if you've built up a sizable Switch library, it's still nice to have an enhanced version of your game collection. Early reports suggest some games look much nicer, while others see notable performance gains.</p><a href="https://www.gamespot.com/articles/new-nintendo-switch-2-update-supercharges-switch-1-games/1100-6538825/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/">Continue Reading at GameSpot</a>
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/new-nintendo-switch-2-update-supercharges-switch-1-games/1100-6538825/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f