If you are unsure if the file is truly patched, check the following in-game:

To understand “patched,” you must understand Switch executable structure:

: Indicates that the original game package has been modified or updated. This usually means game updates are integrated into the core file, built-in bypasses for software checks are added, or it has been prepared for compatibility across specific custom firmware environments. Understanding the NSP File Format

Indicates that the core file has been modified from its original eShop or cartridge state. This usually means game updates, title keys, or custom layer modifications have been directly injected into the file structure. Understanding the .NSP Format vs. Pre-Patched ROMs

Below is an essay discussing the significance of ROM patching and the technical evolution of the Pokémon: Let's Go series through community modifications.

: The base game, released during Generation VII, which reimagines the classic Kanto region with integrated Pokémon GO catching mechanics.