| Feature | Launch (1.0) | Now (1.4+) | |---------|--------------|-------------| | | ❌ | ✅ (Unlocked after ending) | | Boss Rush Mode | ❌ | ✅ (Accessed via main menu) | | Alternate weapon skins | ❌ | ✅ (3 new palettes) | | Difficulty modifiers | ❌ | ✅ (Custom sliders for damage/HP) | | Map fast travel | Limited | Expanded (more warp points) |
Getting your hands on Moonscars on the Switch is straightforward. It is currently available on the Nintendo eShop for a reasonable price point, often clocking in around $19.99 USD.
Transitioning between game zones and respawning at Dark Mirrors (the game's checkpoints) became noticeably faster.
Method 2: Installing Update NSPs (For Homebrew/Modified Systems)
At its heart, Moonscars is a test of skill and patience. Players guide Grey Irma through a non-linear, interconnected 2D world, slashing and parrying with her broadsword against a relentless darkness. The combat is fast and fluid, demanding strategic planning over mindless button-mashing as you master new abilities, wield special weapons, and command magical "Witchery" attacks.
Whether you are a digital collector managing your NSP library or a casual gamer just looking for a good time on the eShop, Moonscars is worth every byte of storage space.
Fixes ensure that doors and areas unlock properly.
One month after release, version 1.4.007 was a transformative update. It introduced quality-of-life features that directly addressed player feedback:
Copy the NSP file to your Switch's microSD card, typically inside a folder named nsp or install .