Nintendo Switch System Update 16.0.0: What's New?

Nintendo rolls out the first firmware update for 2023, which takes the system up to version 16.0.0. The latest update is primarily focused on general system stability and improvements to enhance the overall user experience. Additionally, it makes a slight adjustment to user nicknames.


So what exactly has changed with the Nintendo Switch System Update 16.0.0? Well, for starters, any user nicknames that cannot be used will now be replaced with "???" which can be easily updated from the profile settings. The update also includes some general system stability improvements to further enhance the console's performance.

While the patch notes do not provide much detail on the exact changes to the backend, it is a promising sign that Nintendo is continuing to work on improving the overall user experience. With the recent release of some highly-anticipated games, such as Pokemon Legends: Arceus and Bayonetta 3, it is clear that Nintendo is committed to providing a top-tier gaming experience for its fans.