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Nintendo Switch Update 18.1.0 Patch Notes on June 11th

Nintendo enhances user experience with 18.1.0 system update.

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Nintendo Switch Update 18.1.0 Patch Notes on June 11th

Nintendo is prioritising everyone's experience by releasing updates to improve functionality and ease of use for the Nintendo Switch. The latest update, 18.1.0, includes the discontinuation of the X integration, removing options for posting to Twitter and linking social media accounts. There are also general system stability improvements have been made to enhance overall performance. Read the full update below.

Nintendo Switch Update 18.1.0 Patch Notes:

Nintendo constantly aims to improve the functionality of its systems and services in order to provide the easiest, most user-friendly experience possible. As a part of these efforts, we are making Nintendo Switch system updates available for download via the Internet.

Latest version

Ver. 18.1.0 (Released June 10, 2024)

Performing the system update

In most situations, the Nintendo Switch will automatically download the most recent system update while it is connected online. You can verify your current menu version and manually start the update from the System Settings menu if necessary.

System Update highlighted within the system option in the System Settings

System Update highlighted within the system option in the System Settings

Important: If you are unable to perform the system update, restart your console and try again.

Update history

Ver. 18.1.0 (Released June 10, 2024)

  • The following updates were made for the discontinuation of X (formerly Twitter) integration:
    • The option to “Post to Twitter” when sharing from the Album in the Nintendo Switch HOME Menu was removed.
    • The ability to post Super Smash Bros. Ultimate screenshots from the Album in the Nintendo Switch HOME Menuu to Smash World in the Nintendo Switch Online smart device app was removed.
    • The option to link X (formerly Twitter) from “Settings” > “User Settings” > “Posting to Social Media” was removed.
  • The option to link social media accounts from “My Page” > “Friend Suggestions” was removed.
  • General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.

Source: Nintendo


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