Xenoblade Chronicles 2 version 3.0.0 is now live, adding support for the Switch 2 Edition

Nintendo has released the Xenoblade Chronicles 2 version 3.0.0 update today bringing in support for the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition on Switch 2.

This update has no other changes for Switch 1 owners and it arrives alongside pre-loading going live for those who bought the Switch 2 Edition Upgrade Pack or the Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Switch 2 Edition. The install size for the upgrade pack is listed as 30.7GB on the eShop.

Note that the Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna ~ The Golden Country standalone release will be patched for free for digital and physical owners to bring in the enhancements. Those who own Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna ~ The Golden Country  DLC via the expansion pass will have to upgrade Xenoblade Chronicles 2 to access the enhancements. As I covered before, the way to access the enhancements based on what you own for Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is below:

• Xenoblade Chronicles 2 base game: $9.99 Upgrade Pack
• Xenoblade Chronicles 2 with Expansion Pass: $9.99 Upgrade Pack upgrades both the base game and Torna expansion.
• Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna ~ The Golden Country standalone: Free patch adds the 4K 60fps docked upgrade and 1080p 60fps handheld upgrade.

Note: The physical edition of Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition will not include the Expansion Pass similar to how The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Nintendo Switch 2 Edition does not include the Expansion Pass DLC.

You can find the full Xenoblade Chronicles 2 version 3.0.0 update patch notes below:

Latest update: Ver. 3.0.0 (Released July 22, 2026)

Update Details for Nintendo Switch 2

General

Made compatible with Nintendo Switch 2 Edition.

• The Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is available to play starting July 30, 2026.

Update Details for Nintendo Switch

No changes have been made.