At the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2, one of its key features—Variable Refresh Rate (VRR)—was only available when the console was used in portable mode, not when it was connected to a television via its dock. This caused confusion among users, as the feature was not functioning as expected when used in the traditional home console setup. Nintendo later apologized and promised that VRR would eventually be supported when the console was docked. That promise has now been fulfilled with the 23.0.0 software update. Variable Refresh Rate is a technology that synchronizes the refresh rate of a television with the frame rate of the game being played. This synchronization helps reduce issues like screen tearing—where parts of the screen show different frames at the same time—and stuttering when the game’s frame rate drops. However, this feature requires a compatible television that supports HDMI 2.1 or the VRR standard. If a user’s TV does not meet these requirements, the VRR option will not be available, and no changes will be visible on the screen. This update gives users a chance to check whether their television is compatible with the Switch 2’s advanced features. In addition to the VRR update, Nintendo has made several other improvements. The Mii character creator, which had not seen updates in years, has been reactivated and now includes background music during the creation or editing of a Mii avatar—a feature reminiscent of earlier Nintendo consoles like the Wii and Wii U. Users can also now share their Mii characters via a QR code, allowing others to scan and import them without having to recreate them manually. Another useful addition is the ability to fully transfer data from one Switch 2 console to another, making it easier for users to switch consoles without losing their saved games or settings. The 23.0.0 update also includes a few other minor enhancements, such as a shortcut to activate the portable mode boost from the quick settings, the option to play games temporarily using an online license, and support for Brazilian Portuguese to improve accessibility. The Nintendo Switch 1, which was already well-prepared for the arrival of the Switch 2, also received the same update on the same day, though its changes were more limited, focusing mainly on virtual game cards and system stability. The update is now available for download and can be installed directly on the Nintendo Switch 2.