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Nightdive Releases System Shock 'Parity Patch' to Boost Switch and Switch 2 Performance

The Version 2.1 update sets clear resolution and frame-rate goals on Nintendo hardware.

Overview

  • Patch 2.1 is live across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, and Switch 2, unifying all platforms on the same build with broad bug fixes.
  • Nightdive targets up to 900p docked and 720p handheld at 30fps on Switch, and up to 1440p docked and 1080p handheld at 60fps on Switch 2.
  • Switch 2 gains mouse support, with additional refinements to gamepad aiming, Joy-Con mouse controls, and key binding options.
  • Nintendo Life reports a substantial frame-rate improvement on Switch 2 compared with the December 2025 release.
  • Nightdive’s notes cite performance, visual, and stability upgrades on Nintendo consoles, save corruption fixes, and a new Switch 2 demo covering the Medical Deck.