Despite its rocky launch, Oddworld: Soulstorm is a unique experience with "a lot of heart". The game offers a "fantastic story" that feels like a classic 90s animated movie combined with modern 2.5D platforming.

Oddworld: Soulstorm, the highly anticipated action-adventure game, has finally arrived on the Nintendo Switch. The game, developed by Oddworld Inhabitants, is now available in NSP and XCI formats, allowing players to experience the game's unique blend of exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat on-the-go.

Before diving into updates, you need to understand the two primary formats available for the game.

The "Enhanced Edition" was released to fix these issues. This update is designed to: Improve Stability: Drastically reduces bugs and glitches.

If you want to dive deeper into maximizing your setup, let me know: Which version you are currently running? If you prefer handheld mode or docked mode play?

Oddworld: Soulstorm on the Nintendo Switch is an exciting experience, offering a unique blend of exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat. While both NSP and XCI versions have their advantages and disadvantages, players can choose the format that best suits their needs.

| Feature | NSP (eShop Rip) | XCI (Cartridge Rip) | |---------|----------------|----------------------| | | Slightly faster (internal storage) | Comparable (if on SD card) | | Update Compatibility | Seamless with layeredFS | Works with update patches (XCI + update NSP) | | Installation | Requires signature patches (e.g., Atmosphere) | Often just drag & drop (some CFWs) | | Size | ~6–7 GB (base + updates) | ~7–8 GB (base) + separate update file | | Best for | Quick resume, digital-only users | Physical backup users, less install hassle |

For users of custom firmware, here is how the two formats compare for this specific title: What's New in the Enhanced Edition of Oddworld: Soulstorm?

The launch version of Soulstorm was notorious for performance issues, including significant frame drops and game-breaking bugs. However, the update (often bundled as the Oddtimized Edition on Switch) brought substantial improvements: Oddworld: Soulstorm Enhanced Edition review

Here is why the NSP format wins for this specific game:

The NSP version of Oddworld: Soulstorm is the official release, optimized for the Nintendo Switch. However, some players may prefer the XCI version, which offers more flexibility in terms of installation and management.

When Oddworld: Soulstorm first launched, it was an incredibly ambitious, yet flawed, cinematic platformer. Reviews pointed out that while the game was a fantastic, modern remake, it suffered from far too many bugs that forced restarts.