Someone hacked the Switch 2 by using an old game and AI
A modder has successfully jailbroken the Nintendo Switch 2 using an AI-assisted exploit involving the game SmileBASIC 4. The hack allows for custom content, though its long-term impact remains debated.
Why it matters
This demonstrates the growing role of AI in software exploitation and highlights potential security vulnerabilities in new gaming hardware.
The Nintendo Switch 2 has apparently been jailbroken, and a modder has already shown the console running a custom version of Mario Kart World featuring new playable characters like Cinnamoroll, the red Angry Bird, Peter Griffin, and Steve from Minecraft.
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