{"rewrite":{"id":"r_af3693efdafb9352f772bd87","clusterId":"c_ebcc98d081b4b74ba4da3ac6","slug":"xenoblade-chronicles-2-switch-2-edition-bugs-confirmed-fix-data-coming-soon","model":"deepseek-v4-flash:free","headline":"Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Switch 2 Edition Bugs Confirmed, Fix Data Coming Soon","summary":"Nintendo Support announced on August 5, 2026, via X that several bugs have been confirmed in Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, which began distribution on July 30 for the Nintendo Switch 2. The first bug causes accessory equipment slots to decrease from 3 to 2 under specific conditions. This occurs after starting Advanced New Game, using the Accessory Expansion Kit to obtain 3 slots, then loading an amiibo in the menu and receiving Bonus WP. The issue does not happen if anything other than Bonus WP is obtained. The second bug makes the battle BGM quieter. Nintendo is preparing update data to fix these issues, and will announce the distribution date once decided. Until then, players are advised to avoid the bug conditions when using amiibo. The game is available for download on Nintendo Switch 2 at 9,778 yen (tax included), with an upgrade pass for 1,000 yen for those who purchased the Switch version. A packaged version is scheduled for release on October 1 at 9,778 yen.","whyItMatters":"The bugs surface just days after the title earned a Metacritic score of 90 from six reviews, with critics praising the improved visuals and performance, so Nintendo's quick fix response is critical to maintaining that reception.","webCardHtml":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe first bug requires a specific sequence: start Advanced New Game, trade bonus EXP to the Battle Bard in the field for the Accessory Expansion Kit, then load an amiibo from System in the menu and receive Bonus WP.\u003c/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe second bug is a quieter battle BGM, with no trigger conditions given.\u003c/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNintendo advises players to avoid the bug conditions when using amiibo until the fix data is distributed.\u003c/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe upgrade pass for Switch owners costs 1,000 yen, and the packaged version launches October 1 at 9,778 yen.\u003c/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe Metacritic score of 90 came from six reviews, including 100 from Impulsegamer, 90 from TheSixthAxis and Nintendo Insider, 85 from Nintenduo, and 84 from Vandal.\u003c/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImpulsegamer called it \u0026#34;the definitive version of an undeniable Nintendo masterpiece.\u0026#34;\u003c/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTheSixthAxis said the game \u0026#34;finally feels like it has reached its ultimate form\u0026#34; on Switch 2, citing upscaling that improves clarity and performance plus modest additional content.\u003c/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNintendo Insider noted the game \u0026#34;still has minor graphical issues and doesn\u0026#39;t fully reach its potential\u0026#34; but praised smoother frame rates, improved resolution, quality-of-life improvements, and new content.\u003c/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVandal noted the Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Expansion Pass must be purchased separately, and highlighted the opportunity to play the additional story again with clearer visuals.\u003c/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNintenduo said the game \u0026#34;has arrived on Nintendo Switch 2 in the form it should have been,\u0026#34; describing it as crisp and smooth.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","blueskyPost":"Nintendo confirms Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Switch 2 Edition bugs: accessory slots drop from 3 to 2 if you load an amiibo with Bonus WP, and battle BGM gets quieter. Fix data is on the way.","twitterPost":"Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Switch 2 Edition has a bug where accessory slots shrink after using amiibo. Nintendo says a patch is coming, but no date yet. Watch your amiibo use until then.","threadsPost":null,"newsletterBlurb":"Nintendo has confirmed two bugs in Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, including a reduction in accessory slots and quieter battle BGM. Fix data is being prepared, with a distribution date to be announced. The game launched July 30 with a Metacritic score of 90.","attributionJson":"[{\"source\":\"Game Spark\",\"url\":\"http://www.gamespark.jp/article/2026/08/05/170238.html\",\"title\":\"Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition: Bugs such as 'Accessory Equipment Slots Decreasing' and 'Battle BGM Becoming Quieter' Confirmed; Fix Data to Be Distributed Soon\"}]","lintFlagsJson":null,"lintHits":0,"costUsd":0,"inputTokens":11682,"outputTokens":1284,"status":"published","repairAttempts":0,"nextRepairAt":null,"factsAttemptedAt":1786018162,"createdAt":"2026-08-06T12:01:15.000Z","publishedAt":"2026-08-06T12:06:13.000Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-06T12:01:15.000Z"},"cluster":{"id":"c_ebcc98d081b4b74ba4da3ac6","canonicalTitle":"『ゼノブレイド2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition』「アクセサリーの装備枠が減少」「戦闘時のBGMが小さくなる」などの不具合。修正データを近日中に配信予定","representativeArticleId":"a_3d5ffc147b3189ce67ed3110","sourceCount":1,"writtenSourceCount":1,"writeAttempts":0,"isSolo":false,"entitiesJson":"{\"anime_titles\":[],\"manga_titles\":[],\"work_titles\":[\"Xenoblade Chronicles 2\"],\"studios\":[],\"people\":[],\"type\":\"news\",\"domain\":\"games\",\"is_roundup\":false}","contentType":"news","status":"published","firstSeenAt":"2026-08-05T06:20:03.000Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-08-06T10:45:02.000Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-06T12:06:14.000Z"},"attribution":[{"source":"Game Spark","url":"http://www.gamespark.jp/article/2026/08/06/170304.html","title":"「必携のJRPGがスイッチ2でついに究極の完成形に到達した」海外レビューハイスコア『ゼノブレイド2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition』"}],"entities":{"anime_titles":[],"manga_titles":[],"work_titles":["Xenoblade Chronicles 2"],"studios":[],"people":[],"type":"news","domain":"games","is_roundup":false},"keyFacts":["Nintendo Support confirmed bugs in Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition on August 5, 2026.","The accessory slot bug reduces equipment slots from 3 to 2 when loading an amiibo that grants Bonus WP after using the Accessory Expansion Kit.","The battle BGM becomes quieter in the game, with no trigger conditions given.","Fix data is being prepared, with distribution date to be announced later.","The game is available for download on Nintendo Switch 2 at 9,778 yen, with an upgrade pass for 1,000 yen for Switch version owners."]}