DOOM (2016) Switch NSP UPDATE

The update reduced the bitrate of background music and ambient sounds slightly to free up RAM for gameplay. While audiophiles noticed a tiny compression artifact, the trade-off was zero audio lag during Glory Kills.

• Visual downgrades compared to other platforms
• Limited graphics options

• Dynamic resolution: Ranging from 720p (docked) down to as low as 360p (handheld) during intense combat.
• 30 FPS target with frequent dips into the low 20s, especially in later levels (e.g., Argent Facility).
• Texture filtering: Trilinear only; anisotropic filtering disabled.
• Audio compression: Heavily reduced sample rate (32 kHz vs. 48 kHz on other platforms) to fit on 8 GB cartridge.

Warning:

Do not confuse this with the DOOM Slayers Collection (which includes the update pre-packaged) or DOOM Eternal . This update is strictly for the 2016 reboot.

6. Security & DRM Considerations for NSP Updates

• Adds motion controls (gyro aiming) – a major improvement.
• Improves overall performance and frame rate stability.
• Adds video capture (hold screenshot button to record last 30 sec).
• Various bug fixes.