Experimental tool claims Switch 2 file access through Civilization VII, on 23.0.1 only
On November 11, 2026, developer byizmysh presented IZCIVSwitch 0.1.0, an experimental tool that, according to the author, allows access to files stored on Switch 2 through Civilization VII and CivSwitch. In plain terms, that means using the game so a computer can see folders and files on the console. The README says this applies only to firmware 23.0.1 and asks people not to update. The author does not confirm that it works on 23.5.0. Switch2Unlock has not tested this tool.
@byizmysh · X · Nov 11, 2026
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A computer is still required to use the tool. According to the author, it can change game saves and cause the console to freeze. It also requires the physical Civilization VII cartridge from the Switch 1 edition, version 1.0.0. This is not a complete system unlock. Anyone on 23.0.1 who wants to keep this kind of access should not update to 23.5.0; see the news on that update. Switch2Unlock does not provide games, keys or firmware, does not publish step-by-step guides and does not encourage installation.