For users experiencing ongoing issues, a community-suggested workaround is to power off the Switch completely before starting the game to reset system memory, which may help mitigate suspected memory leaks.
The recent and past updates (including version 1.1.003) have introduced several critical fixes:
The Aeterna Noctis update for Nintendo Switch, released in , significantly improves the game's stability by fixing game-freezing bugs and adding new language support. While the port has historically struggled with performance, this latest patch aims to address the technical hurdles that previously hindered the experience on Nintendo's handheld. Key Update Improvements Aeterna Noctis Switch NSP Update (eShop)
: Resolved issues that caused the game to freeze or crash during scene transitions.
“I had bought it last year and played it despite repeated crashes... Eventually I encountered a save ending crash spot... So I quit.” Reddit · r/metroidvania · 8 months ago Key Update Improvements : Resolved issues that caused
: Integration of the Pit of the Damned DLC , which adds new areas, bosses, and trial rooms. Community Perspectives
Players have noted that while the updates help, the Switch hardware remains a challenge for this demanding title. So I quit
: Reduced the long wait times between cutscenes, a common complaint in earlier versions.