Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition Switch Nsp Xci Updated May 2026

PC users hunting for the xci updated tag are often running Yuzu or Ryujinx.

(Notes: Exact patch notes vary by official release and version; community-built NSP/XCI packages may combine different base versions and updates.) borderlands 3 ultimate edition switch nsp xci updated

Despite the updates, Borderlands 3 on Switch is a technical compromise. Here is the honest assessment: PC users hunting for the xci updated tag

Verdict: For the ability to farm legendaries on a train or plane, it is a marvel. For competitive FPS play, stick to PC. Verdict: For the ability to farm legendaries on

  • Buy physically – The cartridge contains the base game (requires download for some DLC and updates).
  • Update officially – Connect to the internet, insert the game, and let the Switch download the latest patch (v1.0.3 or higher) from Nintendo’s servers.
  • The Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition is a massive game, even on Switch. Unlike other platforms where it exceeds 100GB, Switch uses aggressive compression and lower-resolution textures.

    For XCI builds, some repackers have created “XCI Custom” files that combine the base game, update, and DLC into a single file. These Super XCIs can be as large as 31 GB. Because the Nintendo Switch has a file size limit of 4GB for individual files on FAT32 microSD cards, any NSP/XCI larger than 4GB must be split or installed via USB/network (using tools like NS-USBloader or TinWoo Installer).

    Pro Tip: Use exFAT only if you are comfortable with corruption risks. Most experts recommend FAT32 with split files.