It isn't AI upscaling, but the latest patch adjusted the bilinear filtering. Pre-rendered backgrounds (like Balamb Garden’s hallways) no longer look like a Vaseline smear in handheld mode. Text is crisp, and the contrast between the sharp new character models and the old backgrounds is less jarring.
Final Fantasy VIII Remastered Switch review | Switch Re:port final fantasy viii remastered switch nsp update better
Final Fantasy VIII Remastered on Switch modernizes the original with useful QoL features and modest visual improvements, delivering a portable way to experience the story. While NSP “updates” from the scene can introduce broader changes, they come with legal, security, and stability risks; official updates remain the recommended route for most players seeking improvements. It isn't AI upscaling, but the latest patch