November 18, 2025 at 1:01 AM
If you are unable to use the pre-order bonus hats, try restarting the game or re-inserting the Virtual Game Card:
1. Go to the VGC app on the HOME Menu.
2. Go to the Global Test Ride VGC.
3. Select "Options" -> "Eject from This System".
4. Select "Load on This System".
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1. Go to the VGC app on the HOME Menu.
2. Go to the Global Test Ride VGC.
3. Select "Options" -> "Eject from This System".
4. Select "Load on This System".
🐦 original post
November 16, 2025 at 2:00 PM
If you are unable to use the pre-order bonus hats, try restarting the game or re-inserting the Virtual Game Card:
1. Go to the VGC app on the HOME Menu.
2. Go to the Global Test Ride VGC.
3. Select "Options" -> "Eject from This System".
4. Select "Load on This System".
🐦 original post
1. Go to the VGC app on the HOME Menu.
2. Go to the Global Test Ride VGC.
3. Select "Options" -> "Eject from This System".
4. Select "Load on This System".
🐦 original post
[Kirby Air Riders]
The final demo session has started! It will end at 9 pm UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
The available Riders and machines have changed compared to last weekend's demo sessions.
This is the final opportunity to try the game before it launches!
The final demo session has started! It will end at 9 pm UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
The available Riders and machines have changed compared to last weekend's demo sessions.
This is the final opportunity to try the game before it launches!
November 16, 2025 at 2:00 PM
[Kirby Air Riders]
The final demo session has started! It will end at 9 pm UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
The available Riders and machines have changed compared to last weekend's demo sessions.
This is the final opportunity to try the game before it launches!
The final demo session has started! It will end at 9 pm UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
The available Riders and machines have changed compared to last weekend's demo sessions.
This is the final opportunity to try the game before it launches!
If you are unable to use the pre-order bonus hats, try restarting the game or re-inserting the Virtual Game Card:
1. Go to the VGC app on the HOME Menu.
2. Go to the Global Test Ride VGC.
3. Select "Options" -> "Eject from This System".
4. Select "Load on This System".
🐦 original post
1. Go to the VGC app on the HOME Menu.
2. Go to the Global Test Ride VGC.
3. Select "Options" -> "Eject from This System".
4. Select "Load on This System".
🐦 original post
November 16, 2025 at 12:30 AM
If you are unable to use the pre-order bonus hats, try restarting the game or re-inserting the Virtual Game Card:
1. Go to the VGC app on the HOME Menu.
2. Go to the Global Test Ride VGC.
3. Select "Options" -> "Eject from This System".
4. Select "Load on This System".
🐦 original post
1. Go to the VGC app on the HOME Menu.
2. Go to the Global Test Ride VGC.
3. Select "Options" -> "Eject from This System".
4. Select "Load on This System".
🐦 original post
[Kirby Air Riders]
Demo session 5 has started! It will end at 6 am UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
The available Riders and machines have changed for this weekend's demo sessions.
The final demo session will start at 3 pm UTC (in ~15 hours as of this post).
Demo session 5 has started! It will end at 6 am UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
The available Riders and machines have changed for this weekend's demo sessions.
The final demo session will start at 3 pm UTC (in ~15 hours as of this post).
November 16, 2025 at 12:00 AM
[Kirby Air Riders]
Demo session 5 has started! It will end at 6 am UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
The available Riders and machines have changed for this weekend's demo sessions.
The final demo session will start at 3 pm UTC (in ~15 hours as of this post).
Demo session 5 has started! It will end at 6 am UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
The available Riders and machines have changed for this weekend's demo sessions.
The final demo session will start at 3 pm UTC (in ~15 hours as of this post).
Pre-ordering the main game grants you access to a "DLC" for the Global Test Ride software. This DLC is apparently what is used to unlock the bonus hats.
There is seemingly a problem where the DLC's "release date" has not passed, so the DLC isn't unlocked.
(thanks MasterMIke)
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There is seemingly a problem where the DLC's "release date" has not passed, so the DLC isn't unlocked.
(thanks MasterMIke)
🐦 original post
November 15, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Pre-ordering the main game grants you access to a "DLC" for the Global Test Ride software. This DLC is apparently what is used to unlock the bonus hats.
There is seemingly a problem where the DLC's "release date" has not passed, so the DLC isn't unlocked.
(thanks MasterMIke)
🐦 original post
There is seemingly a problem where the DLC's "release date" has not passed, so the DLC isn't unlocked.
(thanks MasterMIke)
🐦 original post
[Kirby Air Riders]
Nintendo is investigating an issue where some players who pre-ordered Kirby Air Riders are unable to access their bonus hats in the Global Test Ride.
Nintendo apologizes for the inconvenience.
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Nintendo is investigating an issue where some players who pre-ordered Kirby Air Riders are unable to access their bonus hats in the Global Test Ride.
Nintendo apologizes for the inconvenience.
🐦 original post
November 15, 2025 at 5:27 PM
[Kirby Air Riders]
Nintendo is investigating an issue where some players who pre-ordered Kirby Air Riders are unable to access their bonus hats in the Global Test Ride.
Nintendo apologizes for the inconvenience.
🐦 original post
Nintendo is investigating an issue where some players who pre-ordered Kirby Air Riders are unable to access their bonus hats in the Global Test Ride.
Nintendo apologizes for the inconvenience.
🐦 original post
[Kirby Air Riders]
Demo session 4 has started! It will end at 2 pm UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
The available Riders and machines have changed for this weekend's demo sessions.
The next demo session will start at 12 am UTC (in ~16 hours as of this post).
Demo session 4 has started! It will end at 2 pm UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
The available Riders and machines have changed for this weekend's demo sessions.
The next demo session will start at 12 am UTC (in ~16 hours as of this post).
November 15, 2025 at 8:00 AM
[Kirby Air Riders]
Demo session 4 has started! It will end at 2 pm UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
The available Riders and machines have changed for this weekend's demo sessions.
The next demo session will start at 12 am UTC (in ~16 hours as of this post).
Demo session 4 has started! It will end at 2 pm UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
The available Riders and machines have changed for this weekend's demo sessions.
The next demo session will start at 12 am UTC (in ~16 hours as of this post).
[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]
Nintendo is investigating a problem where "Error 153" appears when attempting to watch a video in Online -> Shared Content.
Video playback within Smash World in the Nintendo Switch App is unaffected.
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Nintendo is investigating a problem where "Error 153" appears when attempting to watch a video in Online -> Shared Content.
Video playback within Smash World in the Nintendo Switch App is unaffected.
🐦 original post
November 14, 2025 at 3:28 AM
[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]
Nintendo is investigating a problem where "Error 153" appears when attempting to watch a video in Online -> Shared Content.
Video playback within Smash World in the Nintendo Switch App is unaffected.
🐦 original post
Nintendo is investigating a problem where "Error 153" appears when attempting to watch a video in Online -> Shared Content.
Video playback within Smash World in the Nintendo Switch App is unaffected.
🐦 original post
[Nintendo Today]
Version 2.1.0 has been released.
This update adds the ability to filter the News and Browsing History lists by franchise / character, and adds a smaller calendar widget (iOS version shown below).
Version 2.1.0 has been released.
This update adds the ability to filter the News and Browsing History lists by franchise / character, and adds a smaller calendar widget (iOS version shown below).
November 14, 2025 at 3:00 AM
[Nintendo Today]
Version 2.1.0 has been released.
This update adds the ability to filter the News and Browsing History lists by franchise / character, and adds a smaller calendar widget (iOS version shown below).
Version 2.1.0 has been released.
This update adds the ability to filter the News and Browsing History lists by franchise / character, and adds a smaller calendar widget (iOS version shown below).
[Kirby Air Riders]
Demo version 1.0.1 has been released.
This update improves connection stability and fixes issues with matchmaking.
However, this update may not resolve all problems. If you are stuck in matchmaking for >90 seconds, exit the lobby or restart the software.
Demo version 1.0.1 has been released.
This update improves connection stability and fixes issues with matchmaking.
However, this update may not resolve all problems. If you are stuck in matchmaking for >90 seconds, exit the lobby or restart the software.
November 14, 2025 at 1:25 AM
[Kirby Air Riders]
Demo version 1.0.1 has been released.
This update improves connection stability and fixes issues with matchmaking.
However, this update may not resolve all problems. If you are stuck in matchmaking for >90 seconds, exit the lobby or restart the software.
Demo version 1.0.1 has been released.
This update improves connection stability and fixes issues with matchmaking.
However, this update may not resolve all problems. If you are stuck in matchmaking for >90 seconds, exit the lobby or restart the software.
[Nintendo Switch 2 System Update]
The Joy-Con 2 (L + R), Pro Controller 2, and Camera have all received firmware updates in version 21.0.0.
Go to System Settings -> Controllers & Accessories to initiate the updates.
(thanks to mikexu_ and others)
The Joy-Con 2 (L + R), Pro Controller 2, and Camera have all received firmware updates in version 21.0.0.
Go to System Settings -> Controllers & Accessories to initiate the updates.
(thanks to mikexu_ and others)
November 11, 2025 at 10:10 PM
[Nintendo Switch 2 System Update]
The Joy-Con 2 (L + R), Pro Controller 2, and Camera have all received firmware updates in version 21.0.0.
Go to System Settings -> Controllers & Accessories to initiate the updates.
(thanks to mikexu_ and others)
The Joy-Con 2 (L + R), Pro Controller 2, and Camera have all received firmware updates in version 21.0.0.
Go to System Settings -> Controllers & Accessories to initiate the updates.
(thanks to mikexu_ and others)
[Pikmin 4]
Version 1.1.0 has been released.
This update adds a difficulty setting, photo mode, Decor Pikmin, the ability to disable auto target lock on the cursor, the option to “Roll Over” some data from a save file that has cleared the story into a new save file, and more.
Version 1.1.0 has been released.
This update adds a difficulty setting, photo mode, Decor Pikmin, the ability to disable auto target lock on the cursor, the option to “Roll Over” some data from a save file that has cleared the story into a new save file, and more.
November 11, 2025 at 8:40 AM
[Pikmin 4]
Version 1.1.0 has been released.
This update adds a difficulty setting, photo mode, Decor Pikmin, the ability to disable auto target lock on the cursor, the option to “Roll Over” some data from a save file that has cleared the story into a new save file, and more.
Version 1.1.0 has been released.
This update adds a difficulty setting, photo mode, Decor Pikmin, the ability to disable auto target lock on the cursor, the option to “Roll Over” some data from a save file that has cleared the story into a new save file, and more.
[Nintendo Switch 2 System Update]
Pro Controller 2 users can now choose between "Stable" and "Low Latency" audio for the headphones jack in version 21.0.0.
Low Latency will reduce audio lag, but the audio may be unstable in some environments.
Pro Controller 2 users can now choose between "Stable" and "Low Latency" audio for the headphones jack in version 21.0.0.
Low Latency will reduce audio lag, but the audio may be unstable in some environments.
November 11, 2025 at 5:40 AM
[Nintendo Switch 2 System Update]
Pro Controller 2 users can now choose between "Stable" and "Low Latency" audio for the headphones jack in version 21.0.0.
Low Latency will reduce audio lag, but the audio may be unstable in some environments.
Pro Controller 2 users can now choose between "Stable" and "Low Latency" audio for the headphones jack in version 21.0.0.
Low Latency will reduce audio lag, but the audio may be unstable in some environments.
[Nintendo Switch 2 System Update]
Version 21.0.0 adds a way to view the peak brightness value when adjusting HDR settings in TV mode.
This change appears to have been mistranslated in the English patch notes, as it says an entirely different setting was changed.
(thanks sky!)
Version 21.0.0 adds a way to view the peak brightness value when adjusting HDR settings in TV mode.
This change appears to have been mistranslated in the English patch notes, as it says an entirely different setting was changed.
(thanks sky!)
November 11, 2025 at 5:07 AM
[Nintendo Switch 2 System Update]
Version 21.0.0 adds a way to view the peak brightness value when adjusting HDR settings in TV mode.
This change appears to have been mistranslated in the English patch notes, as it says an entirely different setting was changed.
(thanks sky!)
Version 21.0.0 adds a way to view the peak brightness value when adjusting HDR settings in TV mode.
This change appears to have been mistranslated in the English patch notes, as it says an entirely different setting was changed.
(thanks sky!)
[Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 System Update]
In version 21.0.0, physical games will now show a cartridge icon on the HOME Menu to distinguish them from Virtual Game Cards (digital games).
In version 21.0.0, physical games will now show a cartridge icon on the HOME Menu to distinguish them from Virtual Game Cards (digital games).
November 11, 2025 at 4:32 AM
[Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 System Update]
In version 21.0.0, physical games will now show a cartridge icon on the HOME Menu to distinguish them from Virtual Game Cards (digital games).
In version 21.0.0, physical games will now show a cartridge icon on the HOME Menu to distinguish them from Virtual Game Cards (digital games).
[Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 System Update]
Thai and Polish can now be chosen as the system language in version 21.0.0.
Note that the HOME Menu and other system components will continue to display in English. Thai and Polish text will be only shown in compatible software.
Thai and Polish can now be chosen as the system language in version 21.0.0.
Note that the HOME Menu and other system components will continue to display in English. Thai and Polish text will be only shown in compatible software.
November 11, 2025 at 4:08 AM
[Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 System Update]
Thai and Polish can now be chosen as the system language in version 21.0.0.
Note that the HOME Menu and other system components will continue to display in English. Thai and Polish text will be only shown in compatible software.
Thai and Polish can now be chosen as the system language in version 21.0.0.
Note that the HOME Menu and other system components will continue to display in English. Thai and Polish text will be only shown in compatible software.
[Nintendo Switch Firmware Update]
Version 21.0.0 has been released.
More information will be posted as soon as possible.
English patch notes: 🔗 en-americas-support.nintendo.com
(automated post)
Version 21.0.0 has been released.
More information will be posted as soon as possible.
English patch notes: 🔗 en-americas-support.nintendo.com
(automated post)
November 11, 2025 at 3:16 AM
[Nintendo Switch Firmware Update]
Version 21.0.0 has been released.
More information will be posted as soon as possible.
English patch notes: 🔗 en-americas-support.nintendo.com
(automated post)
Version 21.0.0 has been released.
More information will be posted as soon as possible.
English patch notes: 🔗 en-americas-support.nintendo.com
(automated post)
November 11, 2025 at 1:01 AM
[Splatoon 3]
The results for the recent Eggstra Work have been announced!
Gold (top 5%): 243 and up
Silver (top 20%): 189 and up
Bronze (top 50%): 149 and up
Check the bulletin board in Grizzco to get your reward.
The results are also available at 🔗 splatoon.oatmealdome.me.
The results for the recent Eggstra Work have been announced!
Gold (top 5%): 243 and up
Silver (top 20%): 189 and up
Bronze (top 50%): 149 and up
Check the bulletin board in Grizzco to get your reward.
The results are also available at 🔗 splatoon.oatmealdome.me.
November 10, 2025 at 2:10 AM
[Splatoon 3]
The results for the recent Eggstra Work have been announced!
Gold (top 5%): 243 and up
Silver (top 20%): 189 and up
Bronze (top 50%): 149 and up
Check the bulletin board in Grizzco to get your reward.
The results are also available at 🔗 splatoon.oatmealdome.me.
The results for the recent Eggstra Work have been announced!
Gold (top 5%): 243 and up
Silver (top 20%): 189 and up
Bronze (top 50%): 149 and up
Check the bulletin board in Grizzco to get your reward.
The results are also available at 🔗 splatoon.oatmealdome.me.
[Switch 2]
Nintendo has released a new website that lets you look up the backwards compatibility status for any Switch 1 software.
🔗 switch-software-compatibility.nintendo.com
Nintendo has released a new website that lets you look up the backwards compatibility status for any Switch 1 software.
🔗 switch-software-compatibility.nintendo.com
November 10, 2025 at 1:16 AM
[Switch 2]
Nintendo has released a new website that lets you look up the backwards compatibility status for any Switch 1 software.
🔗 switch-software-compatibility.nintendo.com
Nintendo has released a new website that lets you look up the backwards compatibility status for any Switch 1 software.
🔗 switch-software-compatibility.nintendo.com
[Kirby Air Riders]
Demo session 3 has started! It will end at 9 pm UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
You can play City Trial online and Air Ride offline while a demo session is active.
The next demo session will be next weekend on Nov 15 at 8 am UTC.
Demo session 3 has started! It will end at 9 pm UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
You can play City Trial online and Air Ride offline while a demo session is active.
The next demo session will be next weekend on Nov 15 at 8 am UTC.
November 9, 2025 at 3:00 PM
[Kirby Air Riders]
Demo session 3 has started! It will end at 9 pm UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
You can play City Trial online and Air Ride offline while a demo session is active.
The next demo session will be next weekend on Nov 15 at 8 am UTC.
Demo session 3 has started! It will end at 9 pm UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
You can play City Trial online and Air Ride offline while a demo session is active.
The next demo session will be next weekend on Nov 15 at 8 am UTC.
[Kirby Air Riders]
If a match doesn't start after waiting more than 90 seconds on the matchmaking screen, exit matchmaking and try again. If you cannot exit, restart the software.
Nintendo apologizes for the inconvenience.
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If a match doesn't start after waiting more than 90 seconds on the matchmaking screen, exit matchmaking and try again. If you cannot exit, restart the software.
Nintendo apologizes for the inconvenience.
🐦 original post
November 9, 2025 at 4:43 AM
[Kirby Air Riders]
If a match doesn't start after waiting more than 90 seconds on the matchmaking screen, exit matchmaking and try again. If you cannot exit, restart the software.
Nintendo apologizes for the inconvenience.
🐦 original post
If a match doesn't start after waiting more than 90 seconds on the matchmaking screen, exit matchmaking and try again. If you cannot exit, restart the software.
Nintendo apologizes for the inconvenience.
🐦 original post
[Kirby Air Riders]
Demo session 2 has started! It will end at 6 am UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
You can play City Trial online and Air Ride offline while a demo session is active.
The next demo session will start at 3 pm UTC (in ~15 hours as of this post).
Demo session 2 has started! It will end at 6 am UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
You can play City Trial online and Air Ride offline while a demo session is active.
The next demo session will start at 3 pm UTC (in ~15 hours as of this post).
November 9, 2025 at 12:00 AM
[Kirby Air Riders]
Demo session 2 has started! It will end at 6 am UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
You can play City Trial online and Air Ride offline while a demo session is active.
The next demo session will start at 3 pm UTC (in ~15 hours as of this post).
Demo session 2 has started! It will end at 6 am UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
You can play City Trial online and Air Ride offline while a demo session is active.
The next demo session will start at 3 pm UTC (in ~15 hours as of this post).
[Kirby Air Riders]
Demo session 1 has started! It will end at 2 pm UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
You can play City Trial online and Air Ride offline while a demo session is active.
The next demo session will start at 12 am UTC (in ~8 hours as of this post).
Demo session 1 has started! It will end at 2 pm UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
You can play City Trial online and Air Ride offline while a demo session is active.
The next demo session will start at 12 am UTC (in ~8 hours as of this post).
November 8, 2025 at 8:00 AM
[Kirby Air Riders]
Demo session 1 has started! It will end at 2 pm UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
You can play City Trial online and Air Ride offline while a demo session is active.
The next demo session will start at 12 am UTC (in ~8 hours as of this post).
Demo session 1 has started! It will end at 2 pm UTC (in ~6 hours as of this post).
You can play City Trial online and Air Ride offline while a demo session is active.
The next demo session will start at 12 am UTC (in ~8 hours as of this post).