This guide outlines how to handle a Nintendo Switch base game file ( .nsp ) from a Ziperto archive (a common source for homebrew/backup content) for installation on a custom firmware (CFW) Switch.
A Nintendo Switch with installed.
Note: If there are multiple parts (part1.rar, part2.rar), you only need to extract the first one. Turn off your Switch. Remove the SD card and connect it to your computer. Create a folder named NSP on the root of your SD card. Copy the .nsp file into this folder.
This guide is for educational purposes regarding legal backups. Installing pirated games violates the Nintendo User Agreement. Prerequisites
Which are you planning to use (Goldleaf, Tinfoil, Awoo)?
Ensure you have a .nsp file (e.g., GameName.nsp ).
An SD card with at least 15-20GB+ free (depending on the game size).
Check if you have enough space on your SD card. The installation requires temporary space roughly equal to the file size.
This guide outlines how to handle a Nintendo Switch base game file ( .nsp ) from a Ziperto archive (a common source for homebrew/backup content) for installation on a custom firmware (CFW) Switch.
A Nintendo Switch with installed.
Note: If there are multiple parts (part1.rar, part2.rar), you only need to extract the first one. Turn off your Switch. Remove the SD card and connect it to your computer. Create a folder named NSP on the root of your SD card. Copy the .nsp file into this folder. GROVCO-WWP-NSwTcH-[BASE]-NSP-Ziperto.rar
This guide is for educational purposes regarding legal backups. Installing pirated games violates the Nintendo User Agreement. Prerequisites
Which are you planning to use (Goldleaf, Tinfoil, Awoo)? This guide outlines how to handle a Nintendo
Ensure you have a .nsp file (e.g., GameName.nsp ).
An SD card with at least 15-20GB+ free (depending on the game size). Turn off your Switch
Check if you have enough space on your SD card. The installation requires temporary space roughly equal to the file size.
