Warhammer 40K: Rogue Trader gets "massive update" on Switch 2 following disappointing launch, all DLC and expansions now free
Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader receives a significant performance update and free DLC distribution on Nintendo Switch 2 following a challenging launch.
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What is included in the new update?
The update includes general performance improvements, enhanced Russian localization, and the addition of all previously paid DLC and expansions for free.
What is the Voidfare Edition?
The Voidfare Edition is a new version of Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader announced for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Are the updates available for all users?
Coverage confirms the update and free DLC distribution are available on the Nintendo Switch 2.
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Owlcat has released a major update for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader on the Nintendo Switch 2. The patch coincides with the announcement of the Voidfare Edition. All previously released DLC and expansions are now available to users at no additional cost.
Coverage from Nintendo Everything, Nintendo Insider, ixbt.games, Nintendo Life, and Eurogamer highlights the transition from a problematic initial release to this current state. Reports specifically note that the update includes improvements to the Russian localization alongside the distribution of the free expansion content. Future developments remain dependent on user reception to the latest performance improvements.
While the Voidfare Edition has been formally announced, details regarding the specific deployment schedule for future patches are not yet specified in current reporting.
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