Overview
- Available now as a digital release announced via the Nintendo Today app and official socials, with a physical edition set for April 16, 2026.
- The Switch 2 version targets up to 60fps and supports up to 4K in TV mode and up to 1080p/60 in handheld, focusing on performance and resolution upgrades.
- Existing owners can purchase a $4.99 upgrade pack on the eShop, while the standalone Switch 2 Edition is priced at $64.99.
- Players and outlets report mostly stable 60fps, with brief drops in busy areas such as New Los Angeles and noticeable texture shimmer, especially on handheld.
- Reports indicate no significant new gameplay content in this update, and the release has renewed fan calls for similar Switch 2 enhancements across the Xenoblade series.