- The UK is experiencing another heatwave, with temperatures expected to exceed 35°C
- Nintendo Switch users should be reminded of the risk of overheating their console
- Nintendo has previously said that the consoles can “fail” at temperatures above 35°C
As we head into another UK heatwave, Nintendo Switch users should be reminded of the risks of overheating their console.
The latest weather reports have predicted that temperatures in parts of the UK will exceed 35°C this week and reach as high as 40°C.
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’s a PC, PS5 console or Xbox Series X, these devices are at risk of overheating, especially during a heat wave. The same applies to Switch and Switch 2 consoles, which Nintendo previously warned could “fail” if the temperature is above 35°C.
“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 malfunction, so use in locations between 5-35°C. Recently there have been consecutive days of over 35°C. Be careful when using it outdoors.”
For this reason, we strongly recommend that you avoid 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 up the console before the game drops, the Switch 2 just got an absurd Amazon Prime discount thanks to Amazon Prime Day.
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