Gaming Dragon Quest XI S Switch 2 question

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Is there any difference between the Dragon Quest XI S Switch edition and the Switch 2 edition?
I have the game but it's not Switch 2 edition.
 
Here's an AI summary of a YouTube review:

This video is a mini-review of Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition on the Nintendo Switch 2, presented by Alex from Nintendo Life. The review is split into a formal critique and personal impressions.


Formal Review Summary (0:02 - 4:01)


Verdict: The game earns a 6/10. While it remains one of the finest modern JRPGs, the Switch 2 port feels anticlimactic and lacks significant new content.


Performance: The upgrade offers modest but welcome performance improvements. Users can choose between a 1440p/30fps 'Quality Mode' or a 1080p/60fps 'Performance Mode' that runs stably in both docked and handheld modes.


Value Concerns: The release is viewed as unfriendly to existing owners. There is no save transfer from the original version and no discount for previous owners, requiring a full $40 purchase for what is essentially a performance and resolution patch.



Personal Impressions (4:03 - 10:15)


As a complete newcomer to the series, Alex expresses genuine enthusiasm for the game, noting that it has managed to captivate him despite his usual lack of interest in long-form JRPGs.


He praises the stunning visuals, the high-quality voice acting (specifically noting the English dub), and the simple yet well-executed combat system.


Alex emphasizes that for those who haven't played the title yet, it is a fantastic experience, though he agrees with the formal review that returning players should likely wait for a sale.



The Performance Mode looks good to me.
 

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