The following is for informational purposes only.
The NSPupdate 161 release is currently circulating as a standalone patch for the Switch version. If you’re using a legitimate copy: thank goodness youre here nspupdate 161 exclusive
If you’re on emulator (Ryujinx/Yuzu):
Update 161 works fine. No crashes observed. Save files from v1.0.0 are compatible. The new ending sequence triggers correctly. The following is for informational purposes only
If you are reading this and haven’t seen the update notification, do not panic. The "thank goodness youre here nspupdate 161 exclusive" is currently rolling out via a staggered release. If you’re on emulator (Ryujinx/Yuzu): Update 161 works
Note for emulator users: This exclusive patch detects unauthorized hardware. If you are running a non-legitimate NSP file, the game will replace all character models with floating question marks and the audio with a man reading tax law. You have been warned.
Social media has exploded with relief. User @NorthernPlodder tweeted: “THANK GOODNESS YOURE HERE NSPUPDATE 161 EXCLUSIVE just fixed my 40-hour save file. I can finally slap the councillor without crashing. 10/10.”
Meanwhile, speedrunners are celebrating the removal of the "Stutter Skip" glitch, which previously allowed players to clip through the Turnip Factory door. The exclusive patch replaces the glitch with a new, intentional shortcut: a hidden button behind a vending machine that reads “For professional ninnies only.”