In case you encounter any issues with doing a system transfer from Switch 1 to Switch 2, there are some handy alternatives for moving save data to the new console.

How To Import Game Save Data On Nintendo Switch 2 Importing saves is something you can do when you first set the Switch 2 up, but there's another method if you opt out of a system transfer.

If you have a Nintendo Switch Online membership, you can also use cloud saves to move save data between devices. By default, these are enabled automatically and will keep both of your systems up ...

If you have both an original Switch and a Switch 2, Nintendo added a System Transfer tool that moves over your profiles, purchased games, save data and other settings.

Nintendo Switch update adds Virtual Game Cards and Switch 2 cloud transfer support The company is getting things in place ahead of the new system's arrival.

Virtual games, profiles, and cloud save data are tied to Nintendo Accounts, so the same data will still be available on your Switch 2.

The Nintendo store listing for the Switch 2 Legend of Zelda games carries some bad news for those who love backing up their save files.

When using the Nintendo Switch 2, you can transfer the save data from your games even if you have not performed a full system transfer from your previous ...

To no one’s surprise, Nintendo wants to make the transition from Switch to Switch 2 as painless as possible for existing users. This means providing an easy way to transfer all of your data over ...

Your original Nintendo Switch user profiles, digital game purchases, game save data, screenshots, videos, and parental controls can all be moved to your Switch 2 during the system transfer process.