What is NSP/NSZ files?
Nintendo Switch on our website is a files that contains a copy of the data from a Nintendo Switch game. It usually comes in file formats such as NSP (Nintendo Submission Package) and NSZ (compressed NSP). Essentially, it is a digital version of the original game. These ROMs can be played using Nintendo Switch CFW and compatible emulators.
This means you can run your favorite game on a PC, iOS or Android. However, we recommend using a Nintendo Switch console for the best experience.
How to install games on Nintendo Switch?
We recommend the fastest, most reliable and universal method -
Browse SD Card — installation of .NSP/.NSZ files from the memory card, reading .txt, .nfo and other files as plaintext and in HEX, viewing graphic files .jpg, .png, and .psd, launching .NRO files, and installing .tik files (game tickets). You can create folders, copy, paste, and rename files and folders (file manager functionality).
Browse USB0 Drive — installation of .NSP/.NSZ files from an external USB drive formatted in exFAT / FAT32 (for NTFS and EXT3/4 see here): USB flash drives, hard drives, etc.; starting from version v194, no additional modules are required (previously, fsp-usb had to be removed).
Install title from USB — installation of .NSP/.NSZ files from a PC via USB 2.0 or 3.0 cable, using the included dbibackend program. The hotkey for this option is the Y button.
Install title from Gamecard — this option appears when a game cartridge is inserted into the Switch, for installing a game from an existing game cartridge to the microSD card or the internal NAND memory of the console.
WiFi Repo — starting from version v150, there is an option to install games over the network (HTTP), through WiFi without a cable or a LAN-USB adapter.
Some features of dbi tool
How to run games on Nintendo Switch emulator?
There are now numerous Nintendo Switch emulators available that work on various operating systems, including Windows, Mac, Android, iOS, and Linux. Below is a list of notable emulators. Choose and download the emulator that corresponds to your device's operating system to enjoy NSP/NSZ games on it.
Ryujinx — is a Nintendo Switch emulator created by GDKChan that offers a smooth and efficient experience for running ROMs. With its user-friendly and accessible interface, it provides maximum convenience for users. Ryujinx is completely free and compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems, making the world of Nintendo Switch gaming accessible to everyone without any hassle.
Yuzu - an open-source project initiated by the Citra team, is a gaming emulator developed in C++. It is designed to be highly compatible with Windows, Linux, and Android operating systems. The development team continuously enhances Yuzu through new feature implementations and bug fixes, aiming to provide a seamless gaming experience. Gameplay is smoother and more impressive.