Nintendo Adds VRR Support in TV Mode with Switch 2 Firmware Update
Nintendo has released firmware version 23.0.0 for its Switch 2 console, introducing variable refresh rate (VRR) support when the device is docked and operating in TV mode. This feature had been promised at launch but was absent initially. VRR helps reduce screen tearing by aligning a display’s refresh rate with a game's frame rate, improving gameplay smoothness—especially for titles with inconsistent performance. The update also includes new features such as a handheld boost mode toggle and an enhanced Mii editor that allows music during character creation. Additionally, it enables full system transfers between Switch 2 consoles, likely in preparation for the upcoming Zelda-themed model set to launch next month.
Topics: firmware gaming hardware update variable refresh rate (VRR)