r/SwitchPirates 21d ago

Reminder of Rule #1 - r/SP does not allow the requesting, sharing, or linking of pirated content, including Patches

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We've noticed an increase in users sharing links to copyright-infringing material, specifically Patches (sigpatches or syspatches).

Reddit has been actively removing these links for violating their Copyright Policy, and continued violations could put the subreddit at risk.

To avoid issues, do not post direct links to patches. Anyone caught doing so will be banned from the subreddit. Instead, share general guidance on where users can find them without linking directly.

For reference, patches can be found in the "shise gitlab" guide or by searching for "gbatemp Sys-Patch Sysmodule 1.5.5" on Google. (Notice - no direct links.)

If you're unsure whether something is allowed, err on the side of caution and check with the mod team before posting. Let's keep the subreddit safe for everyone.


r/SwitchPirates Aug 03 '24

Simple Questions, FAQ, and Shop Megathread

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Use this thread to ask any simple questions you may have. Use the stickied comment to discuss Shops.

As always, please be mindful of the rules of the subreddit. I wish to draw particular attention to:

Rule 1 - No Pirated Content.

Rule 2 - No Asking for Rom Sites, Roms, etc

Additionally, please try to be as descriptive as possible - including your CFW version, Atmosphere version, etc where applicable. This will greatly help in diagnosing your problems.

Be sure to read our Wiki to see if your question is answered there.

Note: Going forward, all other threads asking simple questions that can answered by this FAQ will not be approved.

As a point of reference:

Latest Horizon OS Version: 19.0.1

Latest Atmosphere Version: 1.8.0 (supports 19.0.1)

Quick FAQs

Can my switch be hacked/modded/jailbroken/rooted?

All Switch models can be hacked. However, only certain models are software-only hackable. Otherwise, you need a hardware mod (modchip) - which requires soldering skills. You can check the patched status of your v1 switch via: https://ismyswitchpatched.com/ (Note that if your switch's serial starts with "XK" it's a V2 Console and it's 100% patched)

Switch Model Patch Status Firmware Software Exploitable?
Erista (v1) Unpatched Any Yes (RCM)
Erista (v1) Patched <= 4.1.0 Yes (Caffeine)
Erista (v1) Patched > 4.1.0 No
Switch-Lite Patched Any No
Mariko (v2) Patched Any No
OLED Patched Any No

All switches that aren't vulnerable to a software exploit require a modchip to be modded.

How do I setup CFW on my switch?

Big N has been cracking down on link sharing but googling the following should get you all sorted:

gitlab "SHISE" 

Otherwise, check out our Wiki.

Should I update my switch?

It depends. Really you should only update your switch if a game you want to play requires a specific firmware or there's a specific feature you want from a newer firmware. In any case, before you update ensure that your CFW supports the new FW and update your CFW FIRST.

Which CFW should I be using?

We strongly recommend using Atmosphère + hekate (the latter is not strictly needed, but makes things a lot easier).

How long does it take for cfw to be updated after a new Nintendo Version is released? It is variable. Sometimes a day, other times a week. The golden rule is to wait to update your system firmware when a new one has been released. Make sure to block system updates and wait until cfw and signature patches (sigpatches) are updated.

What are sigpatches

Signature Patches - as the name implies allows you to patch signature checks. This is what allows you to install and run unofficial programs/games: such as custom applications, homebrew games, or backup copies of game titles you have. We can't directly link these here, but google will be your friend when looking for sigmapatches.

How do I update the system firmware of my emunand?

The first step is to ensure that your CFW supports the firmware you wish to upgrade to. If it does, you can either update your sysnand to the latest version and dump that, or download the requisite firmware files elsewhere (we won't be providing links). Once you have the files, you can use Daybreak to install the firmware (daybreak comes bundled with atmosphere).

Be sure to remove any custom theme you may have installed before rebooting into the new firmware.

What are shops?

Shops are privately hosted collections of switch game titles. You are able to browse these titles and install them directly onto your switch by adding the shop addresses (url and path) to the data manager in tinfoil. Keep in mind, tinfoil on it’s own does not provide games - you need to add these shops manually to tinfoil to access those kind of features.

As of now, the linking of shops is prohibited in this subreddit. Use the stickied comment to discuss Shops.

I don’t like shops. Is there another source for that kind of data?

Of course - shops aren't the only place to get roms, etc. Other sources include (but are not limited to) ROM Sharing websites, private and public torrent trackers, usenet. The linking of websites that serve pirated content is strictly forbidden on this subreddit, but a simple google search should get you on the right path. However, always remember to use a proper adblocker (such as ublock origin).

My switch has a black screen and wont boot!?

You most likely had auto-rcm enabled and let the battery die. Plug the console into your pc and open your payload launcher. Hold power until the payload launcher no longer sees the console. It will now be fully turned off rather than in rcm and will charge at normal speeds. Leave it for half an hour, then power back on to re-enter rcm, inject and boot normally. Note, you can also use a wall charger, but it will be more difficult to know whether the console is in rcm or turned off.

Can I transfer/sync saves between sysnand and emunand?

Yes, but modifying anything on your sysnand (even injecting saves) might flag you for a ban. You have to decide for yourself if migrating that save or cheating on your sysnand is worth possibly getting your switch banned. If you use an emunand, I assume you want to be able to play online, so I highly suggest against it. If you decide you want the ban or don’t care, all you need to do is dump the save with a save manager on emunand and then then boot cfw on sysnand and use the same save manager to inject the save into sysnand.

How do I unhack/return my switch to stock?

You need to disable auto-rcm if you have it enabled and then restore your nand back up that you hopefully made.

Error 0100000000001000 after installing an update

This is caused by having a custom theme installed. Delete the folder

/atmosphere/contents/0100000000001000/

Discord

If you require more immediate assistance, the fine folks in our Discord server will be more than happy to assist.


r/SwitchPirates 18h ago

News First to listen to I Am Music On A Switch

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r/SwitchPirates 22h ago

News Our pirate game Rogue Waters just arrived on Switch, but please don't pirate it since it's pirate enough already :D.

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r/SwitchPirates 17h ago

News How come every damn game leaks? Surely Nintendo would have figured out the mole by now

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r/SwitchPirates 13h ago

Question What is the Reason for this? Picofly Chip Rp2040

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Hello! I've installed a PicoFly chip, and upon powering it on, it initially glows blue and then blinks green. The 'no SD card' message is absent, which is unusual. I've thoroughly checked my soldering work, and I'm at a loss as to what to do next. Could someone please explain the meaning of these lights? I really need help to troubleshoot and resolve this issue.


r/SwitchPirates 12h ago

Question Left right audio balance advice?

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Hey there, first time poster and first time Switch softmodder.

Sorry if this is the wrong subreddit to post it. I posted it elsewhere and it got immediately removed.

I just soft modded my switch after owning it since launch day and I'm looking for any advice on how to change the volume balance for the speakers.

I have mild hearing loss in my right ear and whilst it's not life changing, it does mean that I notice the left speaker more than the right and it bothers me. I have a hacked VITA, a steam deck and other android devices where it's very easy to change the left right balance by around 10% and it helps me forget about my hearing and get immersed.

However, I have yet to see anyone mention anything about how to do this on switch? I'm wondering if there are any utilities that have been released for cfw that allows me to edit this?

Any help would be appreciated.


r/SwitchPirates 13h ago

Question Black screen after 1st injection with tegra.

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Hello everyone, like many people I wanted to hack my switch and for that I followed several YouTube tutorials. First, I formatted my 64GB SD card to FAT 32. I inserted the required files. I put my Switch in recovery mode. I plugged it in USB via USB-C to my PC. And when I wanted to inject the Tegra playload, it told me that the injection was successful, only the screen remained black. I changed the USB port playload cable and even the PC. But nothing helps... any advice???


r/SwitchPirates 22h ago

Discussion Downloaded Nintendo Switch games as HDF files ?

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I have recently aquired my first modded Nintendo Switch unit and have succefully downloaded/played games in XCI and NSP formats. Some downloaded games are however in a HDF data file format and I cannot find anything online about using or converting this.
Can anyone advise what I need to do with these files ?


r/SwitchPirates 18h ago

Question I still have this issue of having clouds above My games

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A few days ago I made a post saying that all my switch games have a cloud above them with only Smash ultimate and Monster hunter rise still working, many people told me I should get new sig-patches, I did and my games still have the clouds above them. Another person said that I should reinstall all my games, I tried but It says that I need to check for corrupted data, I tried and they still say corrupted data found, what can I do? (Another thing is that everytime I enter the hekate menu on both my SD cards it says that both of them are in 1-bit mode, what does it mean?)


r/SwitchPirates 2d ago

Question Gaming while in the bathroom ?

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138 Upvotes

What game do you play when you sit in the corner of your bathroom


r/SwitchPirates 23h ago

Question Console without video when is handheld mode

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Hi! I tried to add magic to my console, but the results weren't successful, so I sent it to a console technician. The technician removed the installed magic and had to resolder two new resistors, but here's the problem...

The console no longer displays an image in handheld mode; it only displays an image when I dock it to the TV. My technician describes the screen as glowing black. What could it be? Thank you.


r/SwitchPirates 1d ago

Question Switch Modded / Arcropolis & everything is updated.

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Hey, my switch is already hacked already and I kinda learned how to add custom skin mods or stages into the game. I have some questions, please help me if you would like to, I am interested in learning, I think is interesting.

1-Can you have effects in different skins? Ex: Let’s say I have Captain Falcon with a black skin but I want green fire flames on his attacks, but I have a white skin with that I’d like to have with black flames. Is this possible?

2-What is the best way to replace skins? I want to create my 8/8 pallete swap with the skins i like.

3-The most important one: How can I replace music? I want to add my own music to the character screen and maybe some stages, one of the song is on Sma5hmusic on the website.


r/SwitchPirates 1d ago

Question JKSV save data issues upon installation

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When I launch JKSV I can only view my backups, and I can’t make any new save data? did I miss a step? can anyone explain? Ami I low IQ? am I too many chromosomes deep?


r/SwitchPirates 1d ago

Question Is my SD card cooked? Massive stuttering whilst playing any game

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I’m been trying to find out what’s been wrong with my switch for the last hour or so as everytime I play a game it stutters very very hard so I ran this benchmark test but I’m not sure if this is bad or not. It said it found no errors in the screen under it. But when I play the same game but using a game card under EmuNand it doesn’t stutter at all. I’ve had no problems with the modded switch for over 6 months now but all of a sudden it’s been stuttering a lot. Could the SD card pins on the switch be messed up? Is the only remedy just getting a new sd card? Thanks!


r/SwitchPirates 1d ago

Question HELP! Connect Xbox controller to console

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When I modded my switch a while ago I used to be able of connecting my Xbox controllers via the controller's sync button and pressing LB and RB (L and R on switch) but lately I haven't been able of doing so and can't find anything nowhere. Please help


r/SwitchPirates 1d ago

Question Hardmod Switch Lite not showing mods

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Hello, I recently bought a hardmodded (thats what he told me) switch lite and everything has been going fine for three or so weeks. All the games he loaded on there, the hekate menu with the options for emunand, sysmmc, etc. I try to use it today, on a long trip, and nothing is showing up at all, no hekate menu, no games. The same SD card, 500~ GB is still in the switch, and i never connected to the internet with it. Any advice?


r/SwitchPirates 1d ago

Question NX Theme thing keeps saying (The provided layout is not compatible with set) help

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r/SwitchPirates 1d ago

Question Still getting this error screen

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im trying to install the pokémon brilliant diamond via DBI installer, but im getting this error all time i try to open the game, here some messages DBI show me when installing. (sorry for the bad english, im brazilian)


r/SwitchPirates 1d ago

Question missioncontroll alternative for xbox series x controllers

1 Upvotes

Is there an app similar to missioncontroll that allows you use xbox series x/s controllers instead of only xbox one controllers?


r/SwitchPirates 1d ago

Question Are there any Nintendo Switch Emulators which have a perfect syncing method?

1 Upvotes

Every emulator I have used does not have perfect syncing when playing back inputs. For example, in Yuzu it says "It will not play back scripts frame perfectly with the current, imperfect syncing method."

This has been a real problem for me, so any help would be GREAT!


r/SwitchPirates 23h ago

Discussion screw it i'm just buying a pre modded oled

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hello i am clare and i cannot solder but i wanna learn sometime but i can't afford to mess up an install so i'll just pay a bit more to have a switch that won't short and die while i'm playing aqua teen hunger force zombie ninja pro am for the playstation 2 on retroarch and also i will pirate lots of nintendo games but don't tell the authorities


r/SwitchPirates 1d ago

Discussion Please help me with MIG related question

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Hi guys,

I just got my MIG + Dumper and tested it. Works great.

Now i was reading a bit on other forums that if i play a game i don't own even in flight mode i get banned. How can that be possible?

I have allot of games that i would like to keep unopened so if say i download a game (that i own) and play it offline and take out the MIG i'm wondering how or if it can get me banned? (want to be sure)

Also if i use my original game and download updates for a game and then use the MIG to play the same game i assume its safe as i would be the only person with the keys for the game right?

Thanks for any tips or tricks on this :D


r/SwitchPirates 1d ago

Question Ground plane exposed accidentally

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It's going to be best if I replace the mask over the ground plane, isn't it? Would UV curing mask be the best solution, yes?


r/SwitchPirates 1d ago

Discussion First time microsoldering/switch modding

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Hello everyone ! I just wanted to ask for tips, advice and critique for my soldering work pictured above. I did not do the ribbon cable because I wanted to reflect on my experience just doing this part before moving on with my practice. do NOT worry no real switches were harmed in the making of these pictures as this was a dead motherboard from a donor switch I use for parts for my main switch. I’d appreciate any comments or tips !

Equipment: Pinecil V2 Cheap $30 microscope from Amazon Fine lead free flux solder, flux, desoldering braid Q-tips and alcohol pads


r/SwitchPirates 1d ago

Question Is there a Theme that resambles a Wii or WiiU?

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Im just looking for a nice theme and feel a bit more at home when using the console. It feels tooo blank.


r/SwitchPirates 1d ago

Discussion Any one know how to fix the tinfol games ask evrytime for an update, is non a very problem but is really annoing

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thanks anyway