Hold on to your Joy-Cons, because a recent Nintendo Switch 2 update might have just turned your favorite third-party dock into a very expensive paperweight!
The latest software update, version 21.0.0, has reportedly caused serious issues for many users of third-party docks and accessories. But what's really going on? Was this a deliberate move by Nintendo, or just a really unfortunate accident?
This update was supposed to bring some cool new features, like the ability to stop those pesky auto-playing videos in the eShop, and handy icons to tell you if a game is digital or physical. But, it seems it also brought along a nasty surprise for dock users.
Players are reporting that their third-party docks are either completely dead or acting up, often needing a restart to work, if they work at all. It's not affecting every dock out there, but complaints are piling up about a wide range of products. Even YouTuber AustinJohnPlays tested out a couple of dock dongles after the update, and guess what? Both were kaput.
But here's where it gets controversial... Could this be a calculated move by Nintendo? The company has faced accusations of anti-consumer practices recently. Remember, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe costs a whopping $80, and that's not even mentioning the price of a tutorial minigame collection.
An official Nintendo dock replacement will set you back around $80, while many third-party options are available for around $30. Is this Nintendo's way of forcing players to stick with their own hardware? Or is it simply a mistake that will be fixed with a future update?
We'll keep you updated as we learn more.
What do you think? Is this a sneaky move by Nintendo, or just a software glitch? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
