Recent updates have clarified that Nintendo Switch 2 games will indeed support cloud saves, resolving earlier misunderstandings. The announcement of Nintendo's highly anticipated follow-up to its hybrid console has sparked both excitement and debate, particularly regarding how it compares to its predecessor. Initial concerns arose when reports suggested that some games on the Nintendo Switch 2 might not support cloud backups, but it now appears this was due to a miscommunication.

Earlier this week, fans noticed a disclaimer indicating that Zelda games on Switch 2 would not support cloud saves, a feature typically included with a Nintendo Switch Online membership. A similar note appeared on the store listing for Donkey Kong Bananza, explicitly stating that the Save Data Cloud backup feature was unavailable for these titles. However, the Japanese version of Nintendo's website still listed cloud saves as optional, adding to the confusion.

Now, Nintendo Life has reported an update to these store pages, clarifying the situation. The previous disclaimer has been removed, and Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom now feature a revised notice. According to the updated warning, players cannot transfer secondary save files from the Switch 2 versions of these games to an original Switch console. No such note appears for Donkey Kong Bananza, but as a Switch 2 exclusive, transferring saves to the original Switch would be irrelevant. This adjustment aligns with an early preview of the Switch 2's Nintendo Switch Online app, which confirmed that Cloud Save Backups remain a supported feature.

With Nintendo's revised wording, it appears that the Switch 2 versions of BotW and TotK do support cloud saves, but these backups cannot be transferred from a Switch 2 to an original Switch. This limitation makes sense given that the Switch 2 editions include additional content not available in the original versions. For instance, Switch 2 Zelda titles introduce an equipment repair feature, and restricting transfers prevents players from accessing this Switch 2-exclusive update on the original Switch. As for Donkey Kong, the earlier disclaimer may have been an error, as it no longer appears on the listing.

This clarification will likely reassure fans concerned about maximizing their Nintendo Switch Online membership benefits. However, this isn't the only recent controversy surrounding the service. Nintendo has confirmed that its new GameCube controller may only function properly within the Nintendo Classics app, as it lacks certain buttons and features required by other Switch 2 games. While questions about Nintendo Switch Online on the new console persist, more details will likely emerge as the release date approaches.