The primary way to update Pokémon HOME on a Nintendo Switch is through the official Nintendo eShop, but for users of custom firmware (CFW) who manage files in the NSP format, updates are handled manually to keep the application compatible with the latest Pokémon titles. 🚀 Updating Pokémon HOME via NSP
Automatic Downloads: If your console is connected to the internet and "Auto-Update Software" is enabled in System Settings, the update should install automatically. Pokemon Home Switch NSP UPDATE
New Game Compatibility: The application now supports full connectivity with Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Pokémon Champions. While connectivity to Pokémon Champions is active, it remains limited until the software's specific rollout phases are complete. The primary way to update Pokémon HOME on
For the average user: No. Because Pokémon Home is always-online, the risk of a console ban is extremely high, and the reward (free cloud storage) is minimal, given that you can move Pokémon between games locally using save managers like PKHeX. While connectivity to Pokémon Champions is active, it
Stay tuned for the next update. Given The Pokémon Company’s release schedule for Legends: Z-A DLC, expect version 3.3.0 to drop before Summer 2026.
Concerns and Considerations:
Risks: Attempting to update a modified console through official Nintendo servers carries a high risk of a permanent console ban.