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Nintendo Shadow-Drops Xenoblade Chronicles X Switch 2 Edition With Up to 4K/60fps

The paid upgrade underscores Nintendo's Switch 2 strategy of technical enhancements rather than new content.

Overview

  • Available now as a digital release on the Nintendo eShop, with a physical edition scheduled for April 16, 2026.
  • Owners of the Switch version can purchase an upgrade for $4.99, while the full Switch 2 Edition costs $64.99.
  • Docked play targets up to 4K at up to 60 fps and handheld targets up to 1080p/60, with dynamic scaling affecting consistency.
  • The update focuses on performance and image quality improvements and does not introduce significant new story content.
  • Retail discounts on the original Switch release create a cheaper route by buying the lower-priced base game and adding the $4.99 upgrade.