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Developer | Nintendo HAL Laboratory[1] |
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Written in | C, C++ and HTML for eShop and online services settings |
OS family | Proprietary OS, derivative of the Nintendo 3DS system software (containing components which are based on FreeBSD and Android) |
Working state | Current |
Source model | Closed source |
Initial release | 1.0.0 / March 3, 2017 |
Latest release | 19.0.1 / October 28, 2024[2] |
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Update method | Direct download |
Platforms | Nintendo Switch Nintendo Switch Lite Nintendo Switch OLED |
Preceded by | Nintendo 3DS system software Wii U system software |
Official website | support.nintendo.com |
The Nintendo Switch system software (also known by its codename Horizon)[3] is an updatable firmware and operating system used by the Nintendo Switch video game console. It is based on a proprietary microkernel. The UI includes a HOME screen, consisting of the top bar, the screenshot viewer ("Album") Icons, and shortcuts to the Nintendo eShop, News, and Settings.