"The most recent Switch 2 software update looks to have bricked many third-party docks and related accessories, according to users across the internet and a . We don't know if this was an intentional move by Nintendo or simply an accident. Engadget has reached out to the company for clarification. The Switch 2 update 21.0.0 brings some much-needed quality-of-life features, like the ability to turn off autoplaying videos in the eShop and new icons that indicate whether a game is digital or physical."
"Switch 2 owners have reported that these docks either don't work at all or are now much more finicky, often requiring a restart. This doesn't seem to have impacted all third-party docks, but complaints are coming in pertaining to many different products. YouTuber AustinJohnPlays tested out two different Switch 2 dock dongles after the update and reported that both were borked."
"Why on Earth would Nintendo do this on purpose? The company has been accused of engaging in anti-consumer practices these past several months. Remember, Mario Kart World costs $80, a tutorial minigame collection for the Switch 2 starts at $10 and a fairly minor . An official dock replacement costs around $80, while many third-party offerings can be found for $30. This could be Nintendo's way of keeping people tied to their hardware ecosystem."
Switch 2 update 21.0.0 added quality-of-life features such as disabling autoplay videos in the eShop and icons indicating digital or physical copies. The update also coincided with reports that many third-party docks and related accessories no longer function or have become unreliable, sometimes requiring console restarts. Not all third-party docks appear affected, but users and testers have reported failures across various products. The situation has prompted speculation about intentional device restriction versus an accidental bug. Nintendo has been contacted for clarification. Official dock replacements cost around $80 compared to many third-party options at about $30.
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