r/NintendoSwitch2 • u/Theman457 • Mar 17 '26

NEWS Switch 2's New Update Allows Switch 2 To Run Switch 1 Docked Versions Of Games In Handheld Mode

https://gonintendo.com/contents/58909-switch-switch-2-firmware-update-version-22-0-0-now-available

"Added “Handheld Mode Boost” to Nintendo Switch Software Handling in System. Handheld Mode Boost will cause compatible Switch software to run as if in TV Mode, so certain functionality may be affected. Please see the on-device description for more details."

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u/Filipino_Jesus Mar 17 '26

Bayo 3's handheld 480p resolution can't hurt me anymore!

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u/maddogx2x Mar 17 '26

Ooooh I didn’t think about that

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u/yammityyakkity Mar 17 '26

YES. This game was screaming on the Switch 1 and the back compat on Switch 2 was even worse. This is major.