The Nintendo Switch 2 is finally here, and gamers around the world are unboxing the next-gen console with excitement. But before you dive in, there’s one crucial setting you need to address.
Gamers are warning each other across platforms like Reddit not to skip the system transfer option during the initial setup—especially if you’re moving from the original Nintendo Switch.
“If you skip the system transfer option during setup, the option becomes unavailable unless you do a factory reset,” one Redditor warned.
A video posted in the thread shows exactly what happens if you ignore the prompt. While some individual save files can be moved later, a full data transfer is much easier and more complete during the initial setup.
Another user explained,
“Not all data is transferable manually. If you want everything on your Switch 2, you’ll need to use the system transfer feature.”
While cloud saves can also help, that option is only available to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers, making the transfer option even more important for non-subscribers.
Once you’ve done the transfer, you’ll have all your save data, settings, and content moved over—letting you pick up right where you left off.
Don’t miss this step. Skipping it could mean wiping your brand new console just to start over.
