10 Switch games have received compatibility updates on Switch 2which addresses various issues that some players have been experiencing on the latest Nintendo console. These compatibility fixes come as the Switch 2 received a system update on December 8.
One of the benefits of Nintendo's latest hybrid system is backwards compatibility. This feature was a big deal for many fans, as the original Switch lacked support for Wii U discs due to the move to cartridges. Thanks to this change on Switch 2, gamers have access to many classic games from one of Nintendo's best console generations. But while backwards compatibility on the Switch 2 opened the door for gamers to play many Switch games on newer hardware, the feature has had some issues.
Nintendo releases Switch and Switch 2 system updates for December 2025
Nintendo console users have a new system update to download, as the Switch and Switch 2 receive some operating system changes.
Latest Switch compatibility fixes for Switch 2
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Blade of Darkness
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Game Dev Story
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Little Nightmares: Complete Edition
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Miitopia
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Moji Yuugi
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Resident Evil 4
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Solid Void – Nature Puzzle
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Sports party
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Streets of Rage 4
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Venture Towns
Fortunately, Nintendo continues to release compatibility updates to address some lingering issues gamers have encountered when playing Switch games on the Switch 2. The latest of these brings up 10 games, including some heavy hitters such as Resident Evil 4 and Miitopia. The list of games that received compatibility fixes also included Blade of Darkness, Game Dev Story, Little Nightmares: Complete Edition, Moji Yuugi, Solid Void – Nature Puzzle, Sports party, Streets of Rage 4and Venture Towns. It's unclear what changes were made to each title, but they should work better on Switch 2 now.
It's worth noting that some Switch games still need to be fixed on Switch 2. For example, the popular 3D platformer A hat in time was previously flagged by Nintendo noting issues with game development. However, as Nintendo continues to make improvements to its backwards compatibility, the list of supported games should grow in the coming weeks. In fact, this latest set of fixes is just one of many released by Nintendo so far, with other updates fixing titles across a range of genres. For example, an October update made improvements to Warframe on Switch 2, among other titles.
With such a blockbuster Switch library, backwards compatibility could be a compelling reason to consider a Switch 2. Even though some games are still not supported, the Switch 2 has become the best way to play some of these older games. Thanks to the improved hardware, games that had frame rate issues, such as Zelda: Link's Awakening and Zelda: Echoes of Wisdomruns much smoother. In addition, Nintendo has released Switch 2 Editions of popular first-party titles that add new features and have improved image quality. A few highlights of these Switch 2 Editions include Breath of the Wild and The tears of the kingdomwhich sees their frame rates increased to 60 fps and resolution increased.
Switch 2 keeps getting new games
While gamers continue to play Switch games on the Switch 2, the list of new releases for the console continues to grow. On December 4, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond launches, bringing a new 3D adventure with Samus Aran for fans to check out. While the game was released for both the Switch 2 and the original Switch, it sees significant graphical improvements on the newer hardware. Unfortunately, reception for this latest installment has been mixed compared to previous critical acclaim Metroid Prime game. But gamers can use backwards compatibility to check out the Switch 1's Metroid Prime Remasteredwhich scored a 94 on OpenCritic, if the new game doesn't live up to theirs Metroid requests.
It will be interesting to see what Nintendo has planned for the Switch 2 in 2026. Although the console has been very popular in its first year on the market, it has not been without controversy. Issues such as pricing have soured some players' opinions. With not many first-party Switch 2 games announced for 2026, Nintendo may have more news to share in the coming months.
Source: Nintendo Everything
