A: Yes. If you have the base XCI, you can install the NSP update on top of it. The Switch sees them as the same title. Use DBI or Tinfoil to "Install Update" over the XCI base.
Do not confuse the Update NSP with the Base NSP . You need to install the base game first, then the update. Title ID Reference: | Game | Title ID (Base) | Latest Update Version | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | FINAL FANTASY I | 0100C8D01835A000 | v1.1.0 | | FINAL FANTASY II | 010045B01835C000 | v1.1.0 | | FINAL FANTASY III | 0100A2D01835E000 | v1.1.0 | | FINAL FANTASY IV | 01009F201835E000 | v1.1.0 | | FINAL FANTASY V | 0100B5401835E000 | v1.1.0 | | FINAL FANTASY VI | 01004D4011E9A000 | v1.1.0 | FINAL FANTASY Pixel Remaster Switch NSP UPDATE
A: Yes, the cheat codes (EdiZon/Atmosphere) have been updated. Look for Hex cheat databases that specify "Build ID" for v1.1.0. Do not use v1.0.0 cheats on v1.1.0 or you will crash. Conclusion: Keep Your Pixel Remaster Updated The FINAL FANTASY Pixel Remaster Switch NSP UPDATE (v1.1.0) transforms the experience from a "playable but flawed" port into the definitive way to enjoy the classic six games on the go. Whether you are a preservationist archiving NSP files or a gamer wanting the smoothest experience on CFW, tracking down this update is essential. A: Yes
Stay tuned for any potential v1.2.0 patches—though given Square Enix's update cadence, v1.1.0 will likely be the final major improvement for the Switch hardware. This article discusses NSP update files for informational and educational purposes. Piracy is illegal. You should only download updates for games you own physically or digitally. Modifying your Nintendo Switch violates its terms of service. Proceed at your own risk. Use DBI or Tinfoil to "Install Update" over the XCI base
However, for users who rely on digital backups, custom firmware (CFW), or specific archival formats—specifically the format—keeping up with the latest UPDATE patches is critical. These updates don't just fix bugs; they fundamentally improve performance, add font options, and address the infamous "stutter" issues that plagued the initial launch.