To experience Poppy Playtime: Chapter 2 as intended on the Nintendo Switch, ensure your software is updated to the latest available patch version. The updates transform the game from a buggy experience into a playable horror adventure, fixing critical soft-locks and optimizing the frame rate for the chase sequences that the franchise is known for.

: You can use external tools to "bake" updates and DLC directly into a single NSP file to simplify future installations.

Updates have been released to improve the framerate, which typically targets 30 FPS on the Switch, even in docked mode. Visual Quality:

: Shader optimization for low and medium graphics settings and a "Toggle Fog" option were added to improve frame rates on the Switch's hardware.

If you have a legitimate cartridge or eShop title but prefer to manage files via a PC (for backup purposes), here is the standard workflow using a tool like DBI or Tinfoil: