Switch 2 owners warned: Don't peel screen film - Nintendo

Nintendo has issued an important safety reminder for Switch 2 owners ahead of this week's console launch - the protective screen film should never be removed.

The company released a downloadable health and safety PDF with specific "Careful Usage" instructions for the new console (via NintendoSoup). One critical warning states: "The screen features a protective layer designed to contain glass fragments if damaged. Never remove this film."

This adhesive layer essentially transforms your Switch 2 screen into a shatter-resistant surface. Removing it could result in shattered glass spreading if the screen sustains damage.

As you unbox your Switch 2 this week, exercise caution to avoid peeling off this crucial protective component.

Other key Switch 2 maintenance tips include avoiding use in "dusty or smoky environments" - meaning no gaming sessions during nightclub outings or antiquing trips.

Nintendo also advises: "Remember to charge the internal batteries at least once every six months. Prolonged disuse may cause permanent charging issues." Here's hoping your Mario Kart World addiction will naturally prevent this scenario.

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Additional warnings cover obvious precautions: "Avoid exposing devices to flames, microwave radiation, direct sunlight, or extreme temperatures." Common sense advice for premium electronics!

After years of speculation and leaks, the Switch 2 officially launches this Thursday, June 5, 2025.

Some fans already received early deliveries last month, with unboxing videos and startup sequences briefly appearing online before Nintendo swiftly removed them.