The newest Switch 2 firmware version is 23.0.1, released on 30 September 2026. Every Switch 2 system update since the console launched on 5 June 2025 is listed below, newest first.
| Version | Released | What changed |
|---|---|---|
| 23.0.1 | 30 September 2026 | Fixed slow software start, pause and close introduced in 23.0.0 |
| 23.0.0 | 2026 | Major update before 23.0.1 |
| 22.1.0 | 6 April 2026 | Stability update |
| 22.0.0 | 16 March 2026 | GameChat features, notes in the Nintendo Switch App |
| 21.1.0 | 8 December 2025 | Stability update |
| 21.0.0 | 10 November 2025 | Physical and digital icons on the HOME Menu, System Transfer |
| 20.5.0 | 29 September 2025 | Stability update |
| 20.1.5 | 18 June 2025 | Stability update |
| 20.1.1 | 2 June 2025 | Launch-period update |
Which Switch 2 firmware versions can you download?
Firmware 23.0.1 is the newest download, and firmware 22.5.0 is the newest version with matching prod.keys. Each version links to its ZIP.
| Version | Firmware | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 23.0.1 | Download | Keys coming soon |
| 23.0.0 | Download | Keys coming soon |
| 22.5.0 | Download | Recommended pair |
| 22.1.0 | Download | Matching pair |
| 22.0.0 | Download | Matching pair |
How are Switch 2 firmware versions numbered?
Switch 2 firmware versions use three numbers: major, minor and patch. A major update such as 21.0.0 or 22.0.0 adds features and can add a new key generation; a minor or patch update such as 22.1.0 or 23.0.1 usually fixes stability.
Should you always install the newest firmware?
Install the newest firmware your prod keys and Lichii build support. Newer games check the system version and refuse older firmware, while a firmware newer than your keys fails to decrypt.
Switch 2 firmware by use
This page is part of Switch 2 prod keys and firmware, where every prod keys and firmware version for Lichii is listed with its download link. Related guides are collected under Switch 2 firmware downloads.