Nintendo has significantly increased the album limits in Switch 2, allowing players to save up to 30,000 screenshots and 6,500 video clips when using a microSD Express card. New capabilities are available starting with firmware version 20.1.1.
G. Ostrov
Nintendo has announced significant improvements to multimedia album functions in the new Switch 2 console, substantially increasing the limits for saving screenshots and gameplay video recordings.
New Storage Limits
Switch 2 provides users with the ability to save:
- Up to 15,000 screenshots in system memory
- Up to 15,000 screenshots on microSD Express card
- Up to 1,500 video clips in system memory
- Up to 5,000 video clips on microSD Express card
Thus, users with a microSD Express card can save a total of up to 30,000 screenshots and 6,500 video clips, representing a huge leap compared to the previous generation.
System Requirements
The new expanded limits are only available when using firmware version 20.1.1 and higher. Owners of consoles with earlier firmware versions are limited to just 1,000 screenshots and 100 video clips in system memory, with the microSD Express card function for these purposes being unavailable.
Comparison with Original Switch
For context, the original Nintendo Switch allowed users to save only up to 10,000 screenshots and 100 video clips on a microSD card. Switch 2\'s new figures demonstrate a threefold increase in screenshot storage capabilities and significant expansion of video recording limits.
Video Recording Improvements
Nintendo also confirmed that gamers will be able to record up to 30 seconds of gameplay by holding the capture button. This feature will make it easy to create short clips of the most impressive gaming moments.
Additional Console Features
Initial Switch 2 teardowns showed that Nintendo uses similar materials to the original console, including thermal paste. Joy-Con controllers attach to Switch 2 more securely, although some play is still present. The foldable stand on the console\'s back received criticism for its fragile construction.
The expanded album capabilities make Switch 2 even more attractive for content creators and gamers who love documenting their gaming achievements and sharing them with the community.
For additional information, visit Nintendo\'s official website.
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