The latest Nintendo Switch firmware update, version 16.0.2, brings further stability improvements to the hybrid console. Though the update isn't significant in terms of content additions, it does introduce a valuable modification to the OS's bad words list and SSL module.
Uncovering the New Additions: A Look at the Switch OS Memory Leak
According to the story by Nintendo Life, data miner OatmealDome first uncovered the new additions, revealing the SSL module has been modified to add a call to free(), which likely fixes a memory leak.
It's worth noting that the Switch OS has separate bad word lists for each language, so to access the change, users will need to have their console language set to Japanese.
Nintendo Releases Bug Fixes and Updates to Bad Words List
In addition to the bug fixes, Nintendo has updated the bad words list by adding the term 'adhd' to the Japanese language list. However, no other language has received this update. While these updates have been rolled out, Nintendo has yet to produce fixes for the Wii U titles Mario Kart 8 and Splatoon 1.
Both of these titles can be exploited to access the console over the internet, which is why Nintendo shut down their online feature a few weeks ago. They hope to have these titles patched soon, however, until then, Nintendo users should remain cautious when playing online.
Improved Stability and Offensive Word Filtering with the 16.0.2 Firmware Update for Nintendo Switch
The new firmware is a welcome addition to the Nintendo Switch OS. It's reassuring that Nintendo is staying on top of system updates to ensure the best possible performance for its users.
The latest Nintendo Switch firmware update, version 16.0.2, brings further stability improvements to the hybrid console. Though the update isn't significant in terms of content additions, it does introduce a valuable modification to the OS's bad words list and SSL module.
Language-Specific Bad Word Addition to Nintendo Switch OS
Data miner OatmealDome first uncovered the new additions, revealing the SSL module has been modified to add a call to free(), which likely fixes a memory leak. It's worth noting that the Switch OS has separate bad word lists for each language, so to access the change, players will need to have their console language set to Japanese.
In addition to the bug fixes, Nintendo has updated the bad words list by adding the term 'adhd' to the Japanese language list. More details were highlighted on Switch Brew.
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Reasons to Remain Cautious When Playing Online Wii U Titles
However, no other language has received this update. While these updates have been rolled out, Nintendo has yet to produce fixes for the Wii U titles Mario Kart 8 and Splatoon 1.
Both of these titles can be exploited to access the console over the internet, which is why Nintendo shut down their online feature a few weeks ago. They hope to have these titles patched soon, however, until then, Nintendo users should remain cautious when playing online.
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