, the "update" for on Nintendo Switch has evolved from a free demo into a paid release encompassing Chapters 1 through 4
Deltarune , created by Toby Fox, presents a unique challenge in console distribution. Initially, Chapter 1 was released as a free, standalone application. With the release of Chapter 2, the software architecture required a significant overhaul to merge two distinct executables or data structures into a single coherent application. On the Nintendo Switch, software is distributed in the format. Understanding how the Chapter 2 update functioned requires an analysis of how the Switch operating system handles application versioning, filesystem hierarchy, and patch application.