2618-0516 crashes or closes games. Update system and the affected title, then clear cache if supported.
Usually client-sideUpdated 2026-06-11
MicroSD corruption
If errors follow SD install moves, test with internal storage only.
How to fix step by step
- 1Update Switch system software.
- 2Update the game.
- 3Restart Switch.
- 4Archive and redownload the game.
- 5Check Nintendo Network status.
- 6Test without microSD if game on card.
How 2618-0516 differs from related codes
- Error 2110-3127: Nintendo Switch could not resolve DNS — network configuration issue. (usually client-side)
- Error 2124-4025: Nintendo Switch could not connect to online services — NAT or Nintendo Network issue. (server or client)