Before diving into Skyrim specifically, let’s clarify the terminology. stands for "Nintendo Submission Package." It is the digital file format used by Nintendo Switch for games, updates, and DLC downloaded directly from the eShop. When you see The-Elder-Scrolls-V-Skyrim-nsp-Update-1.1.14.53 , you are looking at a standalone patch file intended for:
Key highlights of this and related maintenance patches included: The-Elder-Scrolls-V-Skyrim-nsp-Update-1.1.14.53...