A new firmware update for Nintendo Switch 2 has been released, though it doesn`t bring significant changes. Version 20.5.0, launched on September 29, primarily focuses on improving system stability.
The concise patch notes state: “General system stability improvements to enhance the user`s experience.”
Social media user OatmealDome, known for analyzing update files, found no hidden information in this new version. However, they speculate that the patch might include fixes related to backward compatibility.
This September 29 update marks the second for Switch 2 this month; the previous version 20.4.0 was released on September 1. There were no updates in August. The total number of firmware updates for Switch 2 has reached six since the console`s launch in early June.
Nintendo Switch 2 sales have surpassed 6 million units, a figure that will be updated on November 4 when Nintendo publishes its next financial report.
Version 20.5.0 (Released September 29, 2025)
- General system stability improvements to enhance the user`s experience.
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