Nintendo's latest Switch update introduces the Virtual Game Card (VGC) system, allowing users to manage their digital game library with a new feature: the ability to hide game cards. This update provides a layer of privacy, enabling users to keep certain games out of sight from others who might access their game list. As demonstrated by a user on X/Twitter, you can now conceal your Virtual Game Cards on Nintendo's VGC portal, ensuring that specific titles remain hidden from your acquired list.
I personally tested this feature and successfully hid titles like Suikoden I&II HD Remaster and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. While these games are visible on my OLED Switch when installed or loaded, they disappear from the list once uninstalled. To access your hidden games, navigate to the "Redownload Software" section, then go to "Can't Find Software?" and log into your Nintendo account. This method applies both on the console and the Nintendo website, where hidden games are tucked away in a separate folder under the same option.
This feature might be particularly useful for those sharing their consoles, serving as a form of parental control to keep games like Mortal Kombat or Doom out of reach. It could also be handy for those who prefer to keep certain titles private, especially in social settings like a rooftop party where you might not want your game choices on display.
Alongside the introduction of the VGC system, the update brings redesigned icons, a system transfer feature in anticipation of the upcoming Switch 2, and the closure of a popular game sharing loophole. For more details on the new Nintendo Switch firmware update, you can find additional information [ttpp].
