Switch just received a firmware update to Ver. 20.0.0 and it includes a host of new features. One of those features is going to be extremely useful for those who plan on upgrading to Switch 2 while also trading in or selling their original Switch.
Tucked in the patch notes for the Ver. 20.0.0 Switch firmware update is mention of the ability to upload system transfer data to Nintendo’s server. This will let you store basically your entire Switch’s contents to Nintendo, and then you can download that content on your Switch 2. You can read the notes on this process below.
For users that will lose access to their Nintendo Switch before receiving their Nintendo Switch 2, there is an option to upload system transfer data to a dedicated server which can then be retrieved on their Nintendo Switch 2. After you upload your system transfer data to the dedicated server, the Nintendo Switch system will be initialized to factory settings, so only perform this transfer if you’ll be able to complete the transfer on Nintendo Switch 2.
This is a godsend for those looking to trade in their Switch towards the purchase of a Switch 2, or just those selling the Switch to someone else. Just remember, you have to update your original Switch to take advantage of this option.
