Switch-ptchtxt-mods [2021] Info
0;ffc;0;2cb; 0;908;0;f1; 0;88;0;98; 0;279;0;17a; 0;1247;0;b19;
18;write_to_target_document7;default0;a1;0;a1;18;write_to_target_document1a;_c3ruafPfIfiqur8PwMqC6AQ_20;a5; switch-ptchtxt-mods
Hardware Conversion: To use these on an actual Nintendo Switch running Atmosphere custom firmware, the .pchtxt files must often be converted to .ips format using tools like ipswitch. The Impact on Gaming Dump the game’s executable ( main or main
- Dump the game’s executable (
mainormain.npdmfrom the ExeFS). - Disassemble using IDA Pro or Ghidra (with NS switch loader).
- Identify target function (e.g.,
Player::TakeDamage). - Record unique byte signature around the instruction to patch. Example:
search = 00 20 ?? 21 08 1C ?? D1 ?? ?? F9 20 00 80 52 - Write replacement using ARMv8 assembly or raw bytes.
- Wrap in pchtxt syntax:
@nsobid-<FullBuildID> @flag print_vals @flag offset_shift 0x100 // Patch: disable fall damage 00:0x123456 search=0x??0x?? replace=0x1F2003D5 - Place in
/atmosphere/contents/<TitleID>/exefs/
- Risk of bricking: Modifying patch files can potentially brick your console or cause instability.
- Game updates: If a game is updated, mods may become incompatible or stop working.
- Security risks: Downloading mods from untrusted sources can pose security risks, such as malware or viruses.
Alchemist is a tool that helps manage and convert these author packs directly on the console. Common Mod Types Performance: Forcing 60 FPS in games locked to 30 FPS. Write replacement using ARMv8 assembly or raw bytes
Several GitHub contributors maintain large collections of these text-based patches: theboy181/switch-ptchtxt-mods : A primary repository featuring patches for titles like Hyrule Warriors , Kirby and the Forgotten Land , and Kirby Star Allies Kenji-NX/switch-pchtxt-mods : Contains mods for more recent titles, including Animal Well , Another Crab's Treasure , and Astral Chain Fl4sh9174/Switch-Ultrawide-Mods : Focuses on ultrawide resolution patches for games such as Sonic Superstars , South Park Snow Day , and the series. Usage and Installation
References (Community Resources)
- Atmosphère-NX: Official documentation on LayeredFS and IPS patching.
- Switch-Toolbox: Open-source tool for Switch asset extraction and modification.
- GBATemp & Discord Communities: Primary sources for specific
ptchtxtformat specifications regarding individual game engines.