| Term | Official Meaning | Unofficial (Piracy) Meaning | |------|----------------|-----------------------------| | | Nintendo Submission Package – the encrypted, signed format used by eShop for game installs. | A pirated copy of an eShop title, usually shared as an .nsp file for use with modded consoles or emulators (Ryujinx, Yuzu). | | Update | A patch downloaded automatically from Nintendo’s CDN when connected to the internet. | A separate .nsp or .nsz file containing patch data, intended for offline installation on hacked Switch units. |
As of mid-2025, the current version of Batman: Arkham City on Switch is (or 1.1.0 depending on region). Here’s what each major update fixed:
Hover over the icon on your home screen. Press the + (Plus) or - (Minus) button on your controller. Select Software Update from the menu.
You must dump the update file from your updated physical console into an update NSP format.
The Batman: Arkham City Switch update is not optional; it is essential for experiencing this masterpiece as intended. Whether you are using the for official patches or managing your library with NSP files, ensuring you are on the latest version will allow you to enjoy one of the best action games ever made, now fully portable.
The development team has focused on "completability" and stability across the entire trilogy.