Back in early April, fans of the Nintendo Switch 2 were buzzing about the mention of variable refresh rate (VRR) on the system's informational pages. However, this information was quickly removed, leading to much speculation. Nintendo has now clarified the situation surrounding VRR on the Nintendo Switch 2.

In a statement to NintendoLife, Nintendo confirmed that the original information about VRR was incorrect. They stated, "Nintendo Switch 2 supports VRR in handheld mode only. The incorrect information was initially published on the Nintendo Switch 2 website, and we apologize for the error." When asked about potential VRR support for docked mode in a future firmware update, Nintendo responded with, "We have nothing to announce on this topic."

This means that while VRR will be available as an option for users playing in handheld mode on the Switch 2, those who connect their console to a TV will not have access to this feature at launch. The clarification follows a period of confusion, as the initial VRR mention was spotted and then promptly removed. Digital Foundry contributor Oliver Mackenzie documented how mentions of VRR were gradually disappearing from various sites over time.

While this news might disappoint those who were hoping for VRR support in TV mode right out of the gate, it's not necessarily the end of the road. Sony rolled out VRR support to PS5 consoles via a post-launch update, suggesting that Nintendo could follow a similar path with the Switch 2.

In other Nintendo Switch 2 news, Nintendo has released a list of games that will receive free performance upgrades on the new console. Titles like Pokémon Scarlet & Violet and Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury are included in this lineup. Additionally, Nintendo of America's president, Doug Bowser, has assured fans that the company will have sufficient Switch 2 units available to meet demand "through the holidays."