Could Not Start the Software on Your Nintendo Switch? Here’s What to Do

Ever been excited to play your favorite game on the Nintendo Switch, only to see the message ‘Could not start the software’? Let’s clear up why this happens and how to fix it.

If your Nintendo Switch pops up with ‘could not start the software,’ it means there’s a hiccup preventing your game from launching. But don’t worry, we’ve got the fixes right here!

Quick Fixes for the Issue

First, try the classic ‘turn it off and on again’ method. Restart your Nintendo Switch by holding down the power button, and then select ‘Restart.’ It’s simple but surprisingly effective!

If that doesn’t do the trick, make sure the game software is up to date. Head over to the game icon on your home screen, press the ‘+’ or ‘-‘ button, and select ‘Software Update’ to check for any available updates.

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