The critically-acclaimed gothic roguelike RPG, Darkest Dungeon, has received a significant update on the Nintendo Switch. The new NSP (Nintendo Switch Package) update brings exciting new features, DLC (Downloadable Content), and improvements to the game.

The NSP version of the game is often the most stable for modding or playing on custom firmware. If you are someone who likes to keep your library organized on an SD card, ensuring you have the correct base NSP file is the first step. From there, you can layer updates and DLC to create the definitive edition of the game.

If you are looking at a file that is less than 300 MB, it is likely this v1.0.2 patch.

Darkest Dungeon series on Nintendo Switch has received significant updates and expansions, particularly for the sequel, Darkest Dungeon II , which launched on the platform in July 2024. Games Press Darkest Dungeon II : Recent & Upcoming Content

The "new" buzzword here refers to the fact that as of late 2024/early 2025, Red Hook released a final QoL patch to ensure save compatibility with the upcoming Darkest Dungeon 2 .

: Supports both traditional buttons and touch-screen controls, though the UI can feel a bit cramped on the smaller screen.

If you are just starting your journey with all DLCs enabled, be prepared for a steep challenge.