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Nintendo Bans Switch 2 Consoles Using MIG Flash Cartridge, Blocks Online Access, Remotely Bricks Devices Amid Brazil Legal Challenge

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Updated Jul 3, 2025, 05:31 PM

Nintendo has initiated a ban on Switch 2 consoles that use the MIG Switch, a third-party flash cartridge capable of storing and emulating pirated game files, including Switch 1 titles. Users of the MIG Switch have reported being blocked from accessing Nintendo's online services, with some consoles being remotely disabled or 'bricked,' rendering them unable to connect online or use legitimate game cartridges. The ban appears permanent, as Nintendo has not provided a method to reverse it. This enforcement has drawn criticism, including a legal challenge from Brazil's consumer rights watchdog. Additionally, Nintendo is employing custom communication protocols on the Switch 2 to restrict compatibility with third-party docks and hubs, further controlling the console's ecosystem. The company advises users to utilize the official Switch 2 cable included with the console to avoid compatibility issues.

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