The new Nintendo Switch 2 console has barely been released and a first blockage is already worrying players. This is not a technical defect, but a targeted decision, linked to an accessory long used on Switch.
Released on June 5, the Switch 2 remains faithful to the original concept. Nintendo has retained its hybrid format while making several visible improvements. The console now offers an 8-inch screen, a 4K-compatible dock, and a new magnetic attachment system for the Joy-Con. In our test, we noted a design that remains as efficient in portable mode and better heat management. It also retains compatibility with Switch 1 games, a definite advantage. However, despite this successful launch, some players are already reporting unexpected crashes.
The problem concerns the use of a MIG cartridge. The latter is well known to advanced users. This accessory allows you to load copies of Switch games, including those from your own cartridges. A recent update has allowed these devices to work on Switch 2 thanks to backward compatibility. But once connected to the internet, the console displays an error code 2124-4508, indicating access restriction to online services. Even without hacking, the mere presence of this element is enough to activate this block.
Nintendo blocks access to online services on modified Switch 2s
According to several reports, on Reddit in particular, the consoles remain usable offline, but certain functions become inaccessible: no more eShop, cloud, multiplayer, or updates. Nintendo Accounts are not suspended, but the affected device is isolated. For a console sold at €469, this blocking has a concrete impact, especially if you want to access online games or downloadable content.
Nintendo has not issued an official statement, but this reaction is not surprising. The brand had already applied similar sanctions on the first Switch. Even if the copies used are personal, the presence of an unauthorized accessory is enough. Inserting a modified cartridge like the MIG can result in a complete disconnection of online services, and this from the first days of use.
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