Nintendo Switch OLED is the dream game console for Nintendo lovers. Play the latest games from Super Smash Bros, The Legend of Zelda, Mario Kart, and more on your console. But, Is it possible to play old games on this console? Yes, but you need to Jailbreak the Nintendo Switch OLED console. Get to know more on how to jailbreak your Switch console from here.
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Is it possible to Jailbreak Nintendo Switch OLED?
If your Nintendo console is patched then just stop thinking about Jailbreaking it. Because you will need a mod chip and an expert in micro soldering, it costs as much as your Nintendo Switch Oled console. On the other hand, if your console is un-patched, (which is not possible) there is a chance to Jailbreak Nintendo Switch OLED.
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How to Jailbreak Nintendo Switch OLED?
The first step is to know if you can Jailbreak your Nintendo Switch OLED console or not. And to do so you just need your console’s serial number. Most of the consoles that were made in 2018 may be patched, but OLED models came after it. It is magic to find an un-patched Nintendo Switch OLED console and to check if your Nintendo Console is patched or not, follow the simple steps given here.
- Open the Web Browser on your phone and make sure it is connected to the Internet.
- Go to the ismyswitchpatched.com site.
- Select the Prefix for your Nintendo Switch OLED console.
- Find your console serial number and type it in the field.
- Check the results.
RED – Definitely Patched | YELLOW – Maybe Patched | GREEN – Not Patched
Mostly you will get the red color, indicating that your Nintendo Switch OLED console is definitely Patched. This means, that it is not possible to jailbreak your console without the help of mod chips.
There is no definite way to jailbreak Nintendo Switch OLED models and even if possible, I would not recommend you to do so. Because there are low chances of success and your console may stop working.
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Is Nintendo Switch OLED Patched?
Yes, Nintendo Switch OLED consoles came into use in 2021 which are patched against the errors of 2018. Thus, you will have a hard time hacking your Switch console to play retro games on it.
Do you still wanna Jailbreak the Nintendo Switch OLED Console? Then follow the simple procedure here,
- Buy a mod chip for your Nintendo Switch OLED console. [which costs high and after purchase, it may or may not work].
- Use a micro SD card with 128 GB maximum space.
- If you are good at micro soldering connect the Mod Chip to your console. [If you mess up, your console will stop working].
- Reboot your Nintendo Switch console and make sure you have loaded the game you want on it.
If your Nintendo Switch OLED console is not patched then use hbmenu to get your game.
- Boot the Switch OLED with the Mod Chip Installed.
- Mount the USB to the Computer and Install the Jailbreak OLED File.
- Insert it into your console and Create an EmuNAND (Switch OLED).
- Back up your Nintendo Game Console.
- Install the Third Party Apps using the Jailbreak File.
- You have now Jailbreak Nintendo Switch OLED.
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How to Factory Reset Nintendo Switch OLED?
While trying to jailbreak the Nintendo Switch Lite console, if it stops working, you can try to factory reset it to get it back to normal. This works only if your console screen is still working. The steps to factory reset the Nintendo Switch OLED are
- Press the Home button on the Nintendo Controller.
- Select the Settings option.
- Go to System and choose Formatting Options.
- Now select the Initialize Console option.
- On the caution pop-up, select Initialize
That is, leave your console as it is and wait for it to restart automatically. By doing this, all data from your console gets removed. Make sure to get a backup for your saved game files and applications.
Where to put the SD card in Switch OLED?
The SD Card slot on the Switch OLED is located behind the Kickstand. It is much bigger, like a flap- You need to lift it up to reveal the SD Card compartment. To Insert – Put the SD Card until you hear a click sound and then You can close the kickstand.
This slot can hold up a microSD up to 2TB.
How Big is the Switch OLED Screen?
It is 7 inches long. The Nintendo Switch OLED is a 7-inch big screen that has 1280 x 720 pixels at 210 ppi resolution. Also, It is with a wide adjustable stand, a dock., Wired LAN Port, Internal storage of 64 GB, and enhanced audio.
Suggestions
I would recommend you not jailbreak the Nintendo Switch OLED game console. Because, it will save you time, money, and a big headache. The probability of getting your OLED Switch game console jailbroken or hacked is close to not possible. So, it’s your final call to whether to take the risk or just play the games available for your console. If you really wanna play retro games on Nintendo, then buy an unpatched Nintendo Console.