Confusion Surrounds Cloud Save Support for Nintendo’s ‘Switch 2 Edition’ Games
Recently, the gaming community was taken aback by the latest revelations surrounding Nintendo’s upcoming ‘Switch 2 Edition’ games. The uncertainty regarding the availability of the Nintendo Switch Online Cloud Save feature has sparked discussions, leading to confusion among players and fans alike.
Cloud Save Feature Uncertainties
A critical observation was made in a ResetEra thread by user RandomlyRandom67. The page for Tears of the Kingdom on Nintendo’s official website includes a disclaimer stating, “Please note: this software does not support the Nintendo Switch Online paid membership’s Save Data Cloud backup feature.” This raises questions about whether other upcoming titles will also lack this essential function.
Widespread Disclaimers Across Titles
This same disclaimer appears at the bottom of the listing for Donkey Kong Bananza, and the original poster suggested that similar messages were previously found on the pages for Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Party Jamboree. However, these statements seem to have been removed from those listings, adding another layer of mystery to the situation.
Regional Discrepancies in Information
What complicates matters further is the observation that these disclaimers appear predominantly on the European and North American game listings. According to Eurogamer, no such messages are visible on the Japanese version of the site for any of the aforementioned games, creating additional ambiguity.
Responses from Nintendo Awaited
Nintendo has been contacted for clarification regarding this perplexing cloud save controversy. Fans are eager to receive confirmation or denial of these claims, which could significantly influence their gaming experience and expectations with the new hardware.
Impact of Cloud Save Removal on Players
If the reported disclaimers are accurate, the decision to exclude cloud save functionality from the new Switch 2 games—especially for titles like Tears of the Kingdom, which had this feature in its original version—is perplexing. Players who are able to transfer their original save files will likely be frustrated to learn they cannot create new backups once transitioned to the Switch 2 editions.
A Call for Clarity Ahead of Launch
As we approach the launch of the Switch 2, players are advised to keep their cloud saves close, given the uncertainty regarding their future status. More concrete information is anticipated in the coming weeks, but for now, the question remains: what is truly going on with Nintendo’s cloud save feature?
What do you think is happening with these cloud save features? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
[source resetera.com, via eurogamer.net]
