Square Enix is currently testing an update to address long load times for Final Fantasy 14 on the Nintendo Switch 2. The issue primarily affects players entering instanced duties while in high-density areas.
According to the developer, the current delay stems from the data reloading and cache clearing processes required to ensure safe rendering when many characters are present. These internal processes are being optimized to reduce wait times during transitions.
Quick Facts
- Issue: Extended load times when entering instanced duties with many characters present.
- Status: Optimized processes are currently in testing.
- Game Size: At 117GB, Final Fantasy 14 is currently the largest title available on the Nintendo Switch 2.
While players have reported positive experiences with the game's display and performance on the handheld, the loading delays have been a noted point of friction since the game's recent launch on the platform. Square Enix has not yet provided a specific release date for the optimized patch, noting only that the updated version is currently in testing.