If you own a legitimate copy of Valfaris: Mecha Therion (physical or digital), the update is free. Here’s how to get it:
The metal-fueled slaughterfest has just gotten heavier. Digital Uppercut and Eastasiasoft have rolled out a significant new update for Valfaris: Mecha Therion on Nintendo Switch. While the patch notes focus on performance and stability, the release of the corresponding update file (v1.0.2 / v1.0.3 depending on region) has caught the attention of the community—particularly those following the NSP/NSZ scene.
Here is everything you need to know about the exclusive Switch update and why it matters for both legitimate owners and the broader digital ecosystem. valfaris mecha therion switch nsp update exclusive
Absolutely. Whether you bought the game from the eShop or are looking at the update NSP, the performance gains are night and day. The original release felt slightly unpolished; this update makes Valfaris: Mecha Therion the definitive way to play on the go.
The update file size is roughly 350 MB, replacing several core asset archives. Do not attempt to install this without the base game. If you own a legitimate copy of Valfaris:
Before dissecting the update and exclusivity, let’s clarify the game. Valfaris: Mecha Therion is a 2D side-scrolling shoot-’em-up (shmup) — a stark departure from the original’s Metroidvania-style action. You pilot the titular Therion, a massive mech, through the corrupted depths of Valfaris. The gameplay is now level-based, focusing on twin-stick aiming, wave-clearing chaos, and boss-heavy gauntlets.
The core loop involves:
If you’re having trouble with the Valfaris Mecha Therion NSP update, here are quick fixes:
| Issue | Solution |
|-------|----------|
| "Unable to start software. Return to HOME Menu." | You’re missing sigpatches. Download the latest sigpatches.zip for your Atmosphere version. |
| Update downloads but game still shows v1.0.0 | The base game NSP might be from a different region (USA vs EUR). Use the same region base and update. |
| HD Rumble not working (CFW only) | HD Rumble is disabled by default in some CFW builds. Check your system_settings.ini and set !disable_hd_rumble = u8!0x0. |
| Game crashes on boss 3 after update | Corrupt NSP. Re-download the update file or install via USB using TinWoo with ticket verification enabled. | While the patch notes focus on performance and