- The UK is experiencing a new heatwave, with temperatures expected to exceed 35°C.
- Nintendo Switch users should be reminded of the risks of overheating their console
- Nintendo has previously said consoles can “malfunction” at temperatures above 35°C.
As we enter another heatwave in the UK, Nintendo Switch users should be reminded of the risks of their console overheating.
Recent weather reports predict that temperatures in parts of the UK will exceed 35°C this week, reaching 40°C.
An orange warning has been issued, in addition to a rare red extreme heat warning, for some areas and those spending time outdoors should prepare for the sweltering heat. Even those indoors should take similar precautions to stay cool, especially if they have operating equipment that could contribute to the heat.
Whether it is a PC, a PS5 console or an Xbox Series X, these devices are at risk of overheating, especially in the event of a heatwave. The same goes for the Switch and Switch 2 consoles, which Nintendo says can “malfunction” if temperatures are above 35°C.
“Using a Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch 2 in locations with high temperatures may cause the temperature of the console to increase,” the company said in a post shared last year.
“This could potentially cause malfunctions, so please use it in places between 5 and 35°C. Lately there have been consecutive days exceeding 35°C. Please take care when using it outdoors.”
For this reason, we strongly recommend that you avoid using your Switch or Switch 2 when temperatures are the highest.
Furthermore, Nintendo officially announced The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, and it will launch this year on Switch 2.
If you’re hoping to pick up the console before the game’s release, the Switch 2 just got an absurd Amazon Prime discount thanks to Amazon Prime Day.
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