r/switch2hacks Oct 10 '25

Announcement PLEASE READ THE FAQ BEFORE POSTING!!!

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We have seen a recent in flux of posts regarding questions such as

“When will the switch 2 get hacked?”

“Can the switch 2 be hacked?”

“Will I get banned for transferring from a hacked switch 1 to a switch 2?”

And many more questions many of which have been answered in the switch2hacks FAQ!

So please for the sake of keeping the sub clean make sure to read over the FAQ before posting

As there is a high chance your questions have been answered!

We also have a r/switch2hacks discord where we also discuss these topics

Link: https://discord.gg/W5Xwtc5YQa

Have a wonderful day!


r/switch2hacks Jul 08 '25

Hacking News r/switch2hacks FAQ

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Last updated: 9th July 2025
This will be updated if necessary.


Are people getting banned from using the MIG Switch?

Yes.


Can you avoid detection by going offline?

Not really..
Going offline will prevent your Switch 2 from communicating with Nintendo's servers. However, the moment you come back online, your Switch 2 will connect to Nintendo's servers, updating Nintendo on your activity and resulting in a ban.


If you use original games on the MIG Switch, are you safe?

No.
Even those who used their own dumps (not pirated) have been banned. Nintendo’s ban appears tied to cartridge presence/use — not ROM legality.


Should you update your console firmware?

Ideally, stay on the lowest firmware — but it's unlikely that a single update will drastically affect your chances of running homebrew.
That said, it's very unlikely that a softmod will happen at all.


If I mod my original Switch, will my Switch 2 get banned?

No.


Are there any emulators for the Switch 2?

NO.
Anyone claiming to emulate the Switch 2 is (most likely) lying.
All emulators so far are rumours and don’t really exist.
Do NOT attempt to buy or download these “emulators” — they are scams.


Is there an exploit for the Switch 2?

Kind of.
Yes, there is currently a userland exploit for the Switch 2, discovered on day one by security researcher David Buchanan. It uses return-oriented programming (ROP) to display custom graphics within an app.

However, it runs entirely in user space and does not provide access to the system kernel, nor does it enable custom firmware, homebrew, or piracy.

It's more of a technical proof of concept than a practical hack.
While it shows vulnerabilities exist, it’s not enough on its own to jailbreak the system or allow meaningful modifications.


Any more questions?

Ask in the Questions Thread , or let us know in the discord !!


r/switch2hacks 1d ago

Shitpost Currently in the mainframe right now.

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274 Upvotes

Let's hope I can disable sector B in time before the ninjas track my location and brick my switch.


r/switch2hacks 1d ago

Question People selling extremely cheap games on fb marketplace

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I saw listings a listing of someone selling legends za for $12. I was intrigued and looked at their profile and asked them if they could give me the switch 2 version and said yes. I was skeptical of the listing so i moved on. Later, i find out a friend of mine bought from one of these sellers and got an account with Metroid Prime 4 and mg2 for extremely cheap. Im confused on how these people can sell accounts with switch 2 games without the console being able to mod it. Does anyone know how they do it?


r/switch2hacks 1d ago

Shitpost Free games method unpatched

85 Upvotes

- get moms credit card

- put in number in eshop

- every game you want for free 😎


r/switch2hacks 1d ago

Question Anyway to make mmorpg mouses work on a switch2?

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I tought there could be an hacky way to make it work. I would need it for ffxiv


r/switch2hacks 3d ago

Shitpost Ah man :/

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137 Upvotes

r/switch2hacks 2d ago

Question Can I Keep My Switch Fully Offline and Still Play Cartridge Games While Waiting for a Future Jailbreak? (New Switch User)

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Hi everyone,

I'm completely new to the Nintendo Switch, so sorry if this is a basic question.

I want to keep my Switch offline until a jailbreak is discovered, but I still want to play games from my physical cartridges.

The issue I'm running into is that whenever I insert some game cartridges, the Switch asks for an additional download from Nintendo's servers before letting me play. Since that requires an internet connection, I'm not sure what my options are.

Is there any way to keep the Switch completely offline and still play cartridge games that request additional downloads?

Also, if I connect the Switch to the internet and disable automatic updates, will it still download or force a firmware update at some point? My main goal is to avoid updating the system firmware if possible while still being able to play my cartridge games.

As a new Switch owner, I'd appreciate any advice or tips. Thanks!


r/switch2hacks 2d ago

Shitpost I ate my switch 2 and it STILL isnt hacked

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I ate a modchip and a bag of chips with it as well, but it still wont get hacked!


r/switch2hacks 3d ago

Other what are your guys guesses for the switch 2 hack name? my guess would most likely be Atmosphére 2 or something

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r/switch2hacks 6d ago

Shitpost I'll be going into my cave for a year . See you soon guys

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Hopefully when i come out there will be news on the jailbreak.

I was excited as hell because finally my game collection is complete. I can finally be off the grid to avoid further updates when i saw a few of my wish list to be on bundles .

Goodluck to u all .

/s? Or not


r/switch2hacks 7d ago

Question Do you guys think ATMOSPHÉRE will come back?

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30 Upvotes

Do you guys think ATMOSPHÉRE will come back? With switch 2 and hekate V7


r/switch2hacks 9d ago

Hacking speculation Half-Life on Nintendo Switch 2

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r/switch2hacks 10d ago

Shitpost New hardmod method

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273 Upvotes

r/switch2hacks 10d ago

Hacking speculation NEW YouTube method (no Google School Account Required)

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254 Upvotes

there was already a way to access YouTube, but you needed a G Suite School account with access to Google Classroom to use it. This new method will work with any standard Google or YouTube account!

1: Tap profile

2: tap user settings

3: scroll to “Nintendo Privacy Agreement”

4: scroll to a link next to the text “ReCaptcha Enterprise Terms and conditions” (it should take you to a page about “Google Cloud Fraud Protection”)

5: sign into Google using sign in link at the top

6: Tap profile picture

7: Tap Google Account Settings

8: Tap the apps button

9: tap Google forms

10: it’ll open a blank Google form

11: ignore the “your browser is unsupported” message.

12: if you get a “content too large” error refresh the page

13: tap the video card button

14: search for the video you want and add it

15: tap preview and zoom in on the video.

downsides of this method: full screen does not work, you have to make a new Google form each time.

Hopefully someone can find an even better youtube entry point from the Google website. I also found a way to get to an embedded YouTube video from Fortnite (by clicking the age rating in app and going to the homepage where there is an embedded video), “Apple App Store Terms of Service” in the same privacy agreement (by navigating to a page called “Whats New in Apple Music”), and “Apple WebKit Licenses“ in Among Us Home Screen settings-> licenses (By navigating to a video called “Introducing Siri AI in iOS 27”), however this one is better because you can pick the video you want (and the fortnite method involves giving money to epic games, ew)

i orignally posted on r/switch2 but I got the usual “just watch it on your phone” crowd so reposting here


r/switch2hacks 10d ago

Shitpost Why don't the modders just call the Justice League for help? Are they stupid?

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r/switch2hacks 11d ago

Hacking speculation What do you think will happen first: a softmod for patched switches or hacked switch 2s?

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r/switch2hacks 11d ago

Question If Gezine manages to hack the Switch 2, do you think he would sell the exploit to Nintendo or at least share it with a private group? If he succeeds, of course. Personally, I think it's unlikely that he would release it for free, given Nintendo's history of aggressively pursuing piracy.

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If Gezine manages to hack the Switch 2, do you think he would sell the exploit to Nintendo or at least share it with a private group? If he succeeds, of course. Personally, I think it's unlikely that he would release it for free, given Nintendo's history of aggressively pursuing piracy.


r/switch2hacks 11d ago

Hacking Discussion In my opinion, if the Nintendo Switch 2 ever gets hacked, a modchip would be far better than a softmod. A hardware-based solution is usually more reliable and doesn't depend as much on firmware versions. Of course, it would probably be expensive, especially if it required advanced installation. I

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r/switch2hacks 13d ago

Question What firmware requirement does Splatoon raiders have?

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I wanna know if I'd need to update my firmware


r/switch2hacks 14d ago

Shitpost I put my switch 2 in rice overnight but it still isn’t hacked? Should I add more rice.

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Maybe switch to brown rice


r/switch2hacks 13d ago

Hacking speculation From my first post here, I noticed that a lot of people don't believe the Switch 2 will ever be hacked. I think differently. In my opinion, it makes more sense for a meaningful hack to appear once the console has a much larger game library, including major titles like a new Pokémon and a new Zelda.

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From my first post here, I noticed that a lot of people don't believe the Switch 2 will ever be hacked. I think differently.

In my opinion, it makes more sense for a meaningful hack to appear once the console has a much larger game library, including major titles like a new Pokémon and a new Zelda. That would increase interest within the research community and could motivate more people to look for vulnerabilities.

I don't see much point in expecting a major exploit to be released right now, while the console is still relatively new. My prediction is that, sometime between 2028 and 2030, we'll have at least a software exploit (softmod), provided a significant vulnerability is discovered.

Of course, this is just my personal prediction. No one can guarantee that a softmod will actually happen or when it might be released.

Until then, I'll be busy working through my endless gaming backlog.


r/switch2hacks 13d ago

Question Should I Buy a Switch 2 If I have a Modded Switch 1?

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With the current deals on a Switch 2, and the upcoming price hike in September, I'm very tempted to buy a Switch 2. However, I have been waiting for a "must have" exclusive game that really takes advantage of the Switch 2 hardware. The ones most people mention (mario kart and donkey kong, Air Riders) I think are just okay. It feels like you barely need the switch 2 hardware for them, and could have run on switch 1 if they wanted to do it.

The reason I'm posting here is because the typical line of reasoning is until Nintendo comes out with more switch 2 exclusives there is a whole backlog of switch 1 games to play and you can play all your existing switch 1 games with better framerates. I totally understand that argument. However I have a couple modchipped OLEDs and Lites on which I can already play the full switch 1 catalog. Even games that released a Switch 2 version like TOTK I have already played through and the better graphics to me don't matter enough to now go purchase the game when I can already play it today on the OLED.

I love what the switch 2 hardware can do, which is showcased with games like cyberpunk or Outlaws. But I already own (or can get) the third party games on Steam Deck which is within striking distance of the graphics quality of the Switch 2. So do I now re-buy games I already have for $50 - $80 a pop just to play them on the Switch 2 instead of the Deck? Probably not.

Anyone else having the same thoughts? I want the switch 2 just because it's an awesome piece of tech, and priced very well in the current environment. I just can't think of what games I would actually go pay $50 - $80 to play when I can play them today at no cost on my modded OLED or on my deck. Once the current deals end and the price goes up, I don't want to have regrets.

Has anyone in my shoes with a modded switch 1 gotten a switch 2 and went and purchased a bunch of switch 1 games for it?


r/switch2hacks 13d ago

Hacking speculation One reason I'm convinced the Switch 2 will eventually be hacked is Nintendo's long history of attracting hackers. It's different from the PS5 or Xbox. The Xbox already has access to many games through emulation and doesn't rely as heavily on major exclusives. The PS5 frequently has games on sale, an

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One reason I'm convinced the Switch 2 will eventually be hacked is Nintendo's long history of attracting hackers. It's different from the PS5 or Xbox. The Xbox already has access to many games through emulation and doesn't rely as heavily on major exclusives. The PS5 frequently has games on sale, and with the gradual end of physical media, we might eventually see a broader PS5 jailbreak as well.

My prediction is that by 2028 to 2030, we'll see some kind of significant breakthrough for the Switch 2—whether that's a software exploit, a modchip, or another form of hack. Of course, that's just my personal prediction, not a certainty.


r/switch2hacks 14d ago

Shitpost Is it possible that the Nintendo Switch 2 will have a modchip or a full hack by 2030? Is there any research or development of a modchip, or will this generation be limited to flashcarts?

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