Nintendo Switch 2 Backwards Compatibility: New Wave of Switch Games Receive Support After Firmware 20.4.0 Update

Nintendo has once again demonstrated its commitment to player experience by expanding the list of Nintendo Switch games that are now fully backwards compatible with the forthcoming Nintendo Switch 2.

This development comes on the heels of the official release of firmware update version 20.4.0, which was made available simultaneously for both the current Nintendo Switch and its anticipated successor, the Switch 2, earlier this week.

Although Nintendo did not publicly announce these specific compatibility improvements in their patch notes, the gaming community quickly identified a host of titles that are now functioning flawlessly on the next-generation console. With every major firmware update, Nintendo has consistently addressed compatibility concerns, ensuring that fans can seamlessly transition their libraries as they upgrade their hardware.

The latest round of improvements includes a diverse selection of titles, some of which previously encountered operational issues on Switch 2 but are now confirmed to work properly.

Among the updated games are "Beat ‘Em Up Collection (QUByte Classics)", "Bright Memory: Infinite Gold Edition", "Guilty Gear XX Accent Core Plus R", "Killing Time: Resurrected", "Love Clear", "Melty Blood: Type Lumina", and "Mon-Yu: Defeat Monsters And Gain Strong Weapons And Armor.

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I Believe There Will Be A Day When The Heroes Defeat The Devil King." As of this update, compatibility for "Mon-Yu" and "Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX" applies specifically to their Japanese versions. Additionally, "Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis Cloud", "Powerful Pro Baseball 2024-2025", and "Touhou Artificial Dream in Arcadia" now also receive official backwards compatibility support.

This broadening of the compatible library not only benefits longtime Nintendo fans but also reflects the company’s ongoing dedication to supporting a robust and accessible eShop ecosystem. However, some popular titles remain in need of further updates.

Notably, "Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition"—a flagship RPG beloved among core gamers—has been reported as operational but currently affected by audio issues when played on Nintendo Switch 2 hardware.

In an official communication, Nintendo acknowledged the problem and assured players that a resolution is planned for a future firmware update, reinforcing the company’s proactive approach to software maintenance. As 2024 continues, Nintendo’s transparent tracking of backwards compatibility fixes serves to keep players informed and confident in the preservation of their digital libraries.

The Switch 2’s backwards compatibility enhancements offer further incentive for gamers to invest in digital titles via the Nintendo eShop, confidently knowing their favorite games will transition smoothly to the latest generation.

For those interested, Nintendo maintains comprehensive lists of prior compatibility fixes from this year, providing up-to-date resources to monitor ongoing improvement efforts. The latest backwards compatibility wave, rolled out with firmware 20.4.0, underlines Nintendo’s longstanding ethos: ensuring accessibility, playability, and value across hardware generations.

As new updates continue to arrive, fans can expect the selection of supported titles to expand further, solidifying the Nintendo Switch 2 as a compelling upgrade for veteran and newcomer players alike.

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