Switch Modding Basics

Introduction

• Presenter: Monito
• This video tutorial is for modding your Nintendo Switch.
• Technologies covered: Atmosphere Custom Firmware, TegraRCM, Hekate for formatting your SD card, and the Homebrew App Store.
• Disclaimer: Modding can potentially lead to getting banned by Nintendo. Proceed at your own risk.
• For educational purposes only.

Requirements

1. Moddable Nintendo Switch
   • Check if your Switch is moddable using the serial number on the switch or via system settings.
   • Use the website ismySwitchpatched.com to verify if your Switch is patched.
   • Unpatched (Green) = Good to mod.
   • Possibly Patched (Yellow) = Slim chances but worth a try.
   • Patched (Red) = Requires hardware modifications (not covered in this tutorial).
2. Micro SD Card and Reader
   • Format to FAT32 to avoid file corruption.
3. RCM Jig
   • For less than $10 on Amazon; shorts specific pins on the right joy-con rail.
   • Allows access to recovery mode.
4. USB-C Cable
   • For connecting Switch to PC.

Backing Up and Formatting the SD Card

1. Turn off the Switch
   • Hold power, select power options, then turn off.
2. SD Card to PC
   • Back up important files, especially from the Nintendo folder.
   • Check file system in Properties:
     • If exFAT, delete Nintendo folder and redownload games later.
     • If FAT32, back up the Nintendo folder.
3. Use Hekate for SD Card Formatting
   • Download hekat.zip from the Hekate GitHub page and extract it.
   • Move bootloader to SD card, hekate.bin to PC.
   • Download TegraRCMGUI from GitHub for payload injection.

Injecting Hekate and Atmosphere Setup

1. Injecting Hekate Payload
   • Use TegraRCMGUI to send hekate.bin to Switch.
   • Put Switch in RCM mode using jig, hold volume up + power, and inject payload.
2. Partition SD in Hekate
   • Set sliders to zero, follow instructions to format the SD card.
3. Setting Up Atmosphere Custom Firmware
   • Download atmosphere.zip and fusee.bin from GitHub releases.
   • Extract and move contents of atmosphere.zip to SD card root.
   • Place fusee.bin on PC for payload injection.
4. Inject Atmosphere Payload
   • Use TegraRCMGUI to send fusee.bin.
   • Switch boots into Atmosphere. Keep Switch in sleep mode to stay in Atmosphere.

Using Homebrew and Homebrew App Store

1. Access Homebrew Menu
   • Open either through Album or a game (hold R for more RAM access).
2. USB File Transfer via Homebrew
   • Use title takeover for optimal performance.
   • Access SD card directly from PC while connected via USB.
3. Install Homebrew App Store
   • Download appstore.nro from GitHub.
   • Place in switch folder on SD card.
   • Access via Homebrew menu to install additional apps and mods.

Final Notes

• Create backups and be cautious with mods to avoid bans.
• Stay updated with new releases of Atmosphere and its components.
• Community Support: Join Discord for help and resources.
• Check out other tutorials on the channel for advanced mods and gameplay tips.

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