Nintendo Switch 2 Backwards Compatibility Update Fixes Over 20 Games, Including Crypt of the NecroDancer and Harvestella

Nintendo has launched a significant system update for the Nintendo Switch 2, further refining backwards compatibility with Nintendo Switch games and bringing welcome improvements to players looking to revisit their favorite titles on new hardware.

This latest July 2025 update focuses on fixing compatibility issues that previously affected over twenty notable games across a variety of genres—from rhythm roguelikes to JRPGs and immersive puzzle adventures. For months, the transition from Nintendo Switch to Switch 2 has been met with anticipation and a few challenges, especially as some players discovered prominent titles would not play as intended on the next-generation console.

Nintendo has now addressed many of those concerns.

According to the company's official notes, the latest system firmware update resolves compatibility problems with a host of high-profile games, allowing them to function properly on Switch 2 hardware.

Among the major games receiving fixes are 'Crypt of the NecroDancer: Nintendo Switch Edition,' Square Enix’s acclaimed RPG 'Harvestella,' Valve’s classic puzzle title 'Portal 2,' the action farming game 'Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin,' and Nintendo’s own ocean exploration adventure 'Endless Ocean Luminous.' A Nintendo spokesperson confirmed that with the new update, "a range of previously affected titles are now working as expected on Switch 2.

Players should ensure they’ve installed the latest system software to benefit from improved compatibility." This announcement is a significant milestone for the Nintendo fan community, as it brings greater value and continuity to the company's extensive game library.

The full list of Nintendo Switch games fixed for backwards compatibility on Switch 2 in July 2025 includes: - Chronicles of the Wolf - Crypt of the NecroDancer: Nintendo Switch Edition - D.C.4 Da Capo 4 Fortunate Departures - Dragon’s Lair Trilogy - Endless Ocean Luminous - Genso Rogoku no Kaleidoscope - Gunbird 2 - Harvestella - KonoSuba: God’s Blessing on this Wonderful World – Labyrinth of Hope and the Gathering of Adventurers Plus - Kono Subarashii Sekai ni Shukufuku Wo Noroi no Ibutsu to Madoishi Bokensha-tachi - Labyrinth of Galleria: The Moon Society - Manticore: Galaxy on Fire - Nekopara Vol.1 - Nekopara Vol.2 - Northgard - Portal 2 - Redemption Reapers - Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin - Saviors of Sapphire Wings / Stranger of Sword City Revisited - SEGA Ages G-Loc Air Battle - SEGA Ages Virtua Racing - Sky: Children of the Light - ToHeart - Umineko When They Cry Saku: Nekobako to Musou no Koukyoukyoku - Warp Shift While this update marks significant progress, Nintendo did acknowledge that some titles still face ongoing issues on Switch 2.

Specifically, 'Batman: Arkham Knight,' 'Darkstar One,' and 'Welcome to Empyreum' are among those identified as currently problematic.

Nintendo stated, "Work is ongoing to address these remaining compatibility issues, and future updates will aim to expand support further." Players eager for a resolution are encouraged to stay tuned for future announcements from the company or their preferred Nintendo Direct updates. Nintendo’s commitment to backwards compatibility on Switch 2 underscores its strategy of supporting both new and legacy titles, helping maintain the value of the eShop and assuring players that their investments in Nintendo Switch games will continue to be honored.

As system updates roll out, Switch 2’s game library grows not only in new releases but also with enhanced accessibility to hits from the previous generation.

Readers seeking details on the latest system update can find full patch notes and instructions for updating directly on Nintendo’s official support website.

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