A paid upgrade pack for Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition on the Nintendo Switch 2 is facing backlash and refunds due to problematic visual changes. While the patch successfully boosts the game's performance to a locked 60 frames per second, it introduces a distracting flicker and shimmer effect, particularly noticeable in handheld mode.
Players report that the visual clarity has worsened, with the issue affecting all on-screen detail. This has led many on forums like Reddit to seek and obtain refunds for the £4.19 upgrade through Nintendo's customer support. Some fans even prefer the original Switch 1 version for its sharper image, despite its 30fps limit.
The situation is seen as a misstep for developer Monolith Software, raising questions about whether the upgrade was outsourced. There is now pressure for a swift update to fix the problems, especially for new players who might purchase the full game without prior knowledge of these issues.