Subj : Heatwaves and consoles
To   : All
From : Dumas Walker
Date : Tue Jun 23 2026 09:05:40

PSA to UK Switch users: Your console is at serious risk of 'malfunction' in 
the ongoing heatwave per Nintendo

Date:
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:03:49 +0000

As we enter another UK heatwave, Nintendo Switch users should be reminded of 
the risks of overheating their console. 

Recent weather reports have forecast that temperatures in certain parts of 
the UK will exceed 35C this week, reaching as high as 40C. An amber warning 
has been issued, in addition to a rare red extreme heat warning, for some 
regions and those spending time outside should be prepared for the sweltering 
heat. Even those indoors should take similar precautions to stay cool, 
especially if they have any running hardware that can contribute to the heat. 

Whether it be a PC, PS5 console, or Xbox Series X , these devices do run the 
risk of overheating, particularly during a heatwave. The same goes for Switch 
and Switch 2 consoles, which Nintendo has previously cautioned can 
"malfunction" if temperatures are above 35C. 

"Using a Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch 2 in places with high 
temperatures may cause the console's temperature to rise," the company said 
in a post shared last year.

"This could potentially lead to malfunctions, so please use it in locations 
between 5-35C. Lately, there have been consecutive days exceeding 35C. Please
take care when using it outdoors." 

[NOTE:  5-35C degrees is roughly 41-95F degrees.]

For this reason, we'd highly recommend avoiding using your Switch or Switch 2 
when temperatures are at their highest.

In other news, Nintendo has officially announced The Legend of Zelda : 
Ocarina of Time remake, and it launches this year on Switch 2. 

If you're hoping to pick the console up before the game drops, the Switch 2 
just got an absurd Amazon Prime discount thanks to Amazon Prime Day .

Link to news story:
https://www.techradar.com/gaming/psa-to-uk-switch-users-your-console-is-at-ser
ious-risk-of-malfunction-in-the-ongoing-heatwave-per-nintendo

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