In a nutshell

• Enhanced Visuals: The Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Nintendo Switch 2 version supports up to 4K resolution (Docked) and 1080p (Handheld) with dynamic scaling.
• Performance Boost: The game now runs at 60 FPS, doubling the framerate of the original Switch release.
• Launch Details: Available now digitally; existing owners can purchase an upgrade pack, with a physical release coming April 16.

Nintendo has officially launched the long-awaited Switch 2 version of Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, bringing significant performance enhancements.

High-Performance Upgrades for the Planet Mira

The updated version of Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition targets 4K resolution and 60 FPS in Docked mode, using dynamic resolution scaling. In Handheld mode, players can expect a crisp 1080p resolution at 60 FPS, a massive leap from the sub-720p targets of the previous generation.

Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Availability and Upgrade Path

The Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is available today as a standalone digital purchase on the eShop. Players who already own the standard Nintendo Switch version of the Definitive Edition can opt for a digital upgrade pack to unlock the enhanced features.

For collectors who prefer physical media, a retail version for the Nintendo Switch 2 is scheduled to hit shelves on April 16, 2026.