Having issues connecting your Arctis Nova 3P to Wireless to your Switch 2? Try the following:
Update the Headset Firmware
Before pairing, make sure your headset is running the latest firmware.
- Connect the headset and dongle to a compatible Windows PC using the provided USB-C Cable
- Open SteelSeries GG and head over to ENGINE
An orange banner requesting to update will appear via the Arctis Nova 3P Wireless device banner requesting to update
- A new window will appear requesting to connect the headset and the dongle to your PC. Once connected, the update firmware button will glow orange
- Keep the device connected while the device updates. DO NOT UNPLUG THE DEVICE WHILE UPDATING
- After the update is complete, you can click on the orange gear of your device to make sure that you're on the latest firmware version
- Restart the headset after updating
Re-pair the headset to the Switch 2
- Insert the wireless dongle into the Switch 2's USBC-Port in handheld or docked
- When turning on the headset, hold the power button to enter 2.4HG pairing mode.
Once paired to the dongle, head over to Settings > Audio > Current Output and Input should match the device (Arctis Nova 3P/X USB Input/Output)
Test on Other Devices
If you are experiencing issues with the headset not being recognized or connecting to your Switch 2, please connect the headset to your PC to verify whether it is being recognized by ENGINE and to ensure there are no pending firmware updates.
If you have access to another console, such as a PS5 or Xbox, please connect the device to that console. Once recognized, disconnect it and attempt to connect it to your Switch 2.
GLHF!