Fixed issues where collected items wouldn't get crossed off the map or where certain side quests (like the snake quest in Level 07) wouldn't track correctly.
A major addition is the player ping and location marker , which finally shows exactly where you are in a level. The map now also centers on your location automatically upon opening.
New options allow for adjusting analog stick deadzones , which is crucial for Switch users dealing with slight Joy-Con drift. Technical Breakdown: Performance on Switch Darksiders Genesis Switch NSP UPDATE
The most comprehensive update for the Switch, often referred to as , focused on smoothing out the technical rough edges and improving the gameplay flow:
Despite these updates, the Switch version remains a "condensed" version of the game compared to PC or other consoles: Fixed issues where collected items wouldn't get crossed
The release of on the Nintendo Switch brought the high-octane, top-down prequel of the Horsemen to a portable format. Since its launch, several updates—notably version 1.0.3 —have significantly improved the experience, addressing technical hitches and adding quality-of-life features that were missing on day one. Key Features of the Darksiders Genesis Switch Update
Players can now test their skills in the "Mayhem" difficulty , which sits between Hard and Apocalyptic, providing a new challenge for seasoned Horsemen. New options allow for adjusting analog stick deadzones
The update includes several crash fixes and performance optimizations to help the game maintain a steadier frame rate during intense combat.