Nintendo Blocks Switch 2 Jailbreak With New Firmware Update

Nintendo has officially closed the security gap that allowed users to jailbreak the Switch 2. The company released firmware version 23.5.0 on November 10, 2026, which targets the operating system vulnerability used to run custom code. This update effectively prevents players from modifying their games or dumping data from the console.

Well known dataminer OatmealDome confirmed that the exploit used for these unauthorized modifications is no longer functional after applying the update. For fans who enjoy tinkering with their software or customizing their gaming experience, this update means the current methods for these activities are now blocked on any console that connects to the internet.

While the primary exploit is gone, there are still some lingering questions regarding how this will affect future physical cartridge releases. For now, users who value their current modding capabilities are likely choosing to stay offline, but the era of the initial Switch 2 jailbreak appears to be over.