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Nearly everyone recognizes the infamous blue screen of death on Windows, yet other gadgets exhibit their own frustrating forms of this error as well. For Nintendo, one such alert is the orange screen, and understanding how to resolve it can extend the life of your original Nintendo Switch or enable you to maintain backwards compatibility on the Switch 2.
If you experience an orange screen on your device, it signifies a serious error has taken place. Whether this stems from hardware issues or a software malfunction, rectifying it might be as straightforward as restarting your Switch by pressing and holding the power button for 20 seconds and then turning it back on. Nevertheless, there could be more significant problems beyond your reach, and some cases may require professional assistance. At least your Switch 2 isn’t restricted, right?
While restarting your Switch is uncomplicated, let’s explore some reasons behind the occurrence of an orange screen in the first instance and how you can tackle or avert it moving forward.