Nintendo Switch: V2 Softmod ^new^
Since a software-only exploit is off the table for 99% of users, the community has turned to hardware-based solutions. To get custom firmware on a V2, you must use a "Modchip."
The Nintendo Switch V2, often identified by its improved battery life and "Mariko" chip, represents a significant hurdle for enthusiasts looking to unlock their hardware. Unlike the original 2017 unpatched models, which contained a hardware vulnerability known as Fusee Gelee, the V2 was designed specifically to thwart software-only exploits. nintendo switch v2 softmod
The problem with the modchip was that it required you to cut traces on the motherboard or solder tiny points, essentially mutilating the console. Furthermore, if the modchip failed, the console was dead. Since a software-only exploit is off the table