Most “BIN → NSP” discussions actually refer to XCI (Cartridge dump) → NSP. Raw BIN without a known filesystem is not directly convertible.
To follow the latest bin to nsp new workflow, gather these essentials: bin to nsp new
| Item | Description |
|------|-------------|
| Your BIN files | One or more .bin dumps (e.g., part1.bin, part2.bin). |
| NS-USBloader (latest v8.0+) | For transferring and installing via USB. |
| NUT (v3.5 or newer) | A PC tool that handles BIN merging & NSP creation. |
| SAK (Switch Army Knife) v1.6.0+ | The 2025 standard for repacking. |
| prod.keys | Dumped from your own Switch (fw 16.0.0+). |
| HacDiskMount (optional) | For manual extraction if BINs are NAND-based. | XCI (Cartridge image): The native format of game
⚠️ Legal Warning: Only convert BIN files you have legally dumped from your own cartridges or eShop purchases. Distributing NSPs or keys violates copyright laws. Most “BIN → NSP” discussions actually refer to
Once you have a valid .nsp file, you transfer it to your Switch SD card:
☑ You merged split BIN files correctly.
☑ You used SAK v1.6.0+ or HacDiskMount + NSC_Builder.
☑ Your prod.keys are up to date with firmware 17.0.0+.
☑ The output NSP passes NSC_Builder's verification.
☑ You installed the NSP on a valid, unbanned Switch (or emulator).
If you checked all these boxes, congratulations—you’ve successfully mastered the new bin to nsp conversion process.