Less than 24 hours after the first Nintendo Switch 2 jailbreak, the developers have already managed to launch the Homebrew Launcher (HBLauncher) and run a graphical demo using Vulkan. Nintendo, for its part, withdrew SmileBASIC 4 from your eShop, the application exploited by the flaw.
An unofficial software launcher already operational on Switch 2
Security researcher Sammy Hajhamid, nicknamed Pepsipu, yesterday revealed ns2jb, a software security flaw that runs on firmware 23.0.1 of the Switch 2. In particular, it allows running native code and modifying certain games, when this is not normally possible.
Today, Ravens developer Claw shared a video showing Homebrew Launcher, an interface intended for launching community-created apps, running on the Switch 2. The screen displays a list of programs and can be controlled with the controller or via the touchscreen. The demonstration continues another test using Vulkana graphics API for creating 3D representations.
Hello, Homebrew Launcher. Welcome back! 🙂 #switch2 #switch2hacks #homebrew https://t.co/3rPXtwdGWi
—Crow’s Claw@ravensclawx) October 23, 2026
Nintendo Switch 2 Vulkan now works. The future of Switch 2 Homebrew looks bright, folks. #change2 #change2hack https://t.co/tT637wnVzN
—Crow’s Claw@ravensclawx) October 22, 2026
Nintendo reacts by withdrawing SmileBASIC 4
To exploit ns2jb, the researcher relied on SmileBASIC 4programming software initially designed for the first Switch and compatible with the new console. Nintendo quickly removed the app from the eShop. This removal prevents players who do not already own the software from obtaining it normally. However, it does not automatically block already downloaded versions: consoles equipped with SmileBASIC 4 may still be affected by the defect.
Despite these first results, ns2jb has several limitations. The exploit only provides access to certain system functions and does not yet allow permanently modified firmware to be installed on the console. It is also necessary to restart it after each console reboot.
Executed programs remain confined within the sandbox of SmileBASIC 4which limits your possibilities. Using the exploit also requires a computer connected to the same network as the Switch 2. At the moment, this is a development intended primarily for developers and hacking enthusiasts, and not an easy-to-use solution for the general public.
The community prepares for the future
However, early demos show that the home scene is advancing rapidly. Developers can now test tools, home apps, and graphical experiences on the jailbroken Nintendo Switch 2. raven claw CONDEMN.
Nintendo will definitely fix the vulnerabilities through a system update. the withdrawal of SmileBASIC 4 It already limits access to the published method, but it is not enough on its own to close the bug on consoles that have the software. Therefore, the sequel will depend both on Nintendo’s technical response and on the work of the developers who are already seeking to overcome the limits of this still partial access.
