Fall Guys, the wildly popular party platformer developed by Mediatonic, continues to thrive on Nintendo platforms with a significant update that enhances its performance on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 hardware.
Initially launched in 2020 and arriving on the Nintendo Switch in June 2022, Fall Guys has established a devoted audience through its frenetic, battle-royale-inspired obstacle courses and distinctive seasonal updates. The latest content expansion, titled 'Tropical Tides,' was released today and brings a wave of fresh content, including new levels and summer-themed costumes.
However, the most eye-catching news for Switch users is the technical upgrade noted subtly in the official patch documentation: 'We have uncapped FPS on Nintendo Switch 2, allowing the game to run on up to 60 FPS on that platform.' This improvement marks a considerable leap for Switch 2 owners.
Previously, Fall Guys was locked at 30 FPS on the original Nintendo Switch, where players occasionally faced performance issues and frame rate dips.
With the arrival of the Switch 2, the game now takes full advantage of the newer hardware’s capabilities through backward compatibility, delivering a much smoother and more responsive gameplay experience. Despite this important performance boost, there is still no confirmation of a fully native Nintendo Switch 2 version of Fall Guys.
Until an official announcement is made, players can expect improved performance by playing the current version through the Switch 2’s enhanced backward compatibility. Players continuing to use the original Nintendo Switch will still find Fall Guys capped at 30 FPS, with no forthcoming updates planned to raise performance for that version.
The community has noted ongoing performance issues, which Mediatonic has not indicated will be addressed further for the Switch 1. Beyond performance enhancements, the Tropical Tides update injects new excitement into Fall Guys.
Mediatonic has introduced a suite of summer-inspired costumes and several new levels, ensuring the title stays vibrant and engaging in its live service cycle.
These additions continue the developer’s trend of supporting the game with regular content drops, reaffirming Mediatonic's commitment to both innovation and player satisfaction across all platforms—including the Nintendo eShop and Nintendo Direct spotlights. This performance update for Fall Guys on the Switch 2 follows similar news surrounding other titles; for instance, the recently updated horror game Soma now features enhancements for Switch 2 compatibility.
Such improvements highlight the growing momentum as Switch 2 rolls out, promising better performance and extended longevity for fan-favorite third-party and indie titles on Nintendo hardware. As the Nintendo Switch 2 continues to make waves in the gaming industry, updates like these underscore the benefits of improved hardware for both developers and players.
Fall Guys’ latest patch not only broadens the game’s appeal but also sets a new benchmark for what fans can expect from their favorite titles in the next era of Nintendo gaming.
Initially launched in 2020 and arriving on the Nintendo Switch in June 2022, Fall Guys has established a devoted audience through its frenetic, battle-royale-inspired obstacle courses and distinctive seasonal updates. The latest content expansion, titled 'Tropical Tides,' was released today and brings a wave of fresh content, including new levels and summer-themed costumes.
However, the most eye-catching news for Switch users is the technical upgrade noted subtly in the official patch documentation: 'We have uncapped FPS on Nintendo Switch 2, allowing the game to run on up to 60 FPS on that platform.' This improvement marks a considerable leap for Switch 2 owners.
Previously, Fall Guys was locked at 30 FPS on the original Nintendo Switch, where players occasionally faced performance issues and frame rate dips.
With the arrival of the Switch 2, the game now takes full advantage of the newer hardware’s capabilities through backward compatibility, delivering a much smoother and more responsive gameplay experience. Despite this important performance boost, there is still no confirmation of a fully native Nintendo Switch 2 version of Fall Guys.
Until an official announcement is made, players can expect improved performance by playing the current version through the Switch 2’s enhanced backward compatibility. Players continuing to use the original Nintendo Switch will still find Fall Guys capped at 30 FPS, with no forthcoming updates planned to raise performance for that version.
The community has noted ongoing performance issues, which Mediatonic has not indicated will be addressed further for the Switch 1. Beyond performance enhancements, the Tropical Tides update injects new excitement into Fall Guys.
Mediatonic has introduced a suite of summer-inspired costumes and several new levels, ensuring the title stays vibrant and engaging in its live service cycle.
These additions continue the developer’s trend of supporting the game with regular content drops, reaffirming Mediatonic's commitment to both innovation and player satisfaction across all platforms—including the Nintendo eShop and Nintendo Direct spotlights. This performance update for Fall Guys on the Switch 2 follows similar news surrounding other titles; for instance, the recently updated horror game Soma now features enhancements for Switch 2 compatibility.
Such improvements highlight the growing momentum as Switch 2 rolls out, promising better performance and extended longevity for fan-favorite third-party and indie titles on Nintendo hardware. As the Nintendo Switch 2 continues to make waves in the gaming industry, updates like these underscore the benefits of improved hardware for both developers and players.
Fall Guys’ latest patch not only broadens the game’s appeal but also sets a new benchmark for what fans can expect from their favorite titles in the next era of Nintendo gaming.
