: You can now assemble a team of creature companions and test their skills in simulated arenas.

: The cap for tamed creatures has increased from 18 to 30, allowing for more strategic team-building.

As of May 2026, the most recent major content drop is . This update is a game-changer for Switch players, introducing:

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While the game features parity across most platforms, early adopters on Nintendo Switch have access to exclusive "legacy" content that can be claimed at the Space Anomaly. If you have an older save or recently updated your NSP version, check for these items:

If you are managing your updates via NSP files, ensure you have the following 2026 milestones installed: