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How to Update Kirby Star Allies

Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, Nintendo Switch - OLED Model

Follow these steps to update Kirby Star Allies, or review the software's update history.

Note
  • This update must be applied in order to use the game’s Internet features.
  • Save data will still be available for use after downloading the update.
  • The update will download and install automatically if the system is connected to the internet and the Software Auto-Updates setting is enabled on your Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch console. To ensure you have space to download the update, please review our storage tips for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch.

On June 3, 2025, a new software update for Kirby Star Allies became available for download. Please take a moment to download and install this update while your Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch console is connected to the Internet.

Complete these steps

  1. Connect your Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch console to the internet.
    • How to connect Nintendo Switch 2 to a wireless home network
      1. Place the Nintendo Switch 2 console within 10 feet of the wireless router so there will be a strong wireless signal.
      2. Select System Settings from the HOME Menu. The System Settings icon highlighted on the HOME Menu on Nintendo Switch 2
      3. Select Internet, and then Internet SettingsConfiguración de internetParamètres InternetConfigurações de internet. Your console will automatically search for nearby wireless network signals. Internet page highlighted in the System Settings on Nintendo Switch 2
      4. Select the appropriate network name (SSID) from the list.
      5. Use the onscreen keyboard to enter the network's wireless password, if one is required. Entering wireless network password using on-screen keyboard in the System Settings on Nintendo Switch 2
      6. The connection will be tested. Once the test is complete, select OK.
        • If the connection test fails, an error code and message will appear. Search for our support article on the error code for steps to troubleshoot the connection.

      For more details, please see How to Connect to the Internet on Nintendo Switch 2

    • How to connect Nintendo Switch to a wireless home network
      1. Place the Nintendo Switch console within 10 feet of the wireless router to ensure a strong wireless signal.
      2. Select Settings from the HOME Menu System Settings icon highlighted on the HOME Menu Screen on the Nintendo Switch console.
      3. Select Internet, and then Internet Settings Internet is selected on the System Settings menu on the Nintendo Switch. The Nintendo Switch will automatically search for near-by Wi-Fi signals.
      4. Select the appropriate network name (SSID) from the list.
      5. If prompted, use the onscreen keyboard to enter the network's wireless password Onscreen keyboard displayed when a network's wireless password is required.
      6. The Nintendo Switch will test the Internet connection. Once the test is complete, select OK to complete the process.

      For more information, see How to Connect to the Internet Using a Wireless Network.

  2. From the HOME Menu, select the icon for the software you wish to update without starting the game or application.
  3. Press the + Button or – Button on your controller. The current version number will display under the software title.
  4. Select Software Update followed by Via the Internet.

Latest update: Ver. 4.0.0a (Released June 3, 2025)

The following updates have been made when playing the game on Nintendo Switch 2:

General

  • Several adjustments have been made to improve gameplay on Nintendo Switch 2.

Note: The version number in the lower right of the software title screen is still Ver. 4.0.0. The version number displayed in the software menu on the HOME Screen will display 4.0.0a if the update is applied.

Past updates

  • Ver. 4.0.0 (Released November 30, 2018)
    • Added the new mode, Heroes in Another Dimension, which becomes available after clearing Story Mode.
    • Added four new Dream Friends: Magolor, Taranza, Susie, and the Three Mage-Sisters.
    • Added a new hardest difficulty level to the mode The Ultimate Choice.
    • Added new celebration pictures to be completed by collecting Picture Pieces.
    • Issues have been fixed to make for a more pleasant gaming experience.
  • Ver. 3.0.0 (Released July 27, 2018)
    • Added three new Dream Friends: Adelaine & Ribbon, Dark Metaknight, and Daroach.
    • Added three new celebration pictures to complete by collecting Picture Pieces.
    • Fixed several issues to enhance gameplay.
  • Ver. 2.0.0 (Released March 27, 2018)
    • Added three new Dream Friends: Marx, Gooey, and Rick & Kine & Coo.
    • Added one new celebration picture to complete by collecting Picture Pieces.
    • Fixed several issues to enhance gameplay.
  • Ver. 1.1.1 (Released Mach 16, 2018)
    • Selecting Chinese (Traditional), Chinese (Simplified), or Korean in the Nintendo Switch language settings will now cause text to display properly in those languages.
    • Issues have been fixed to make for a more pleasant gaming experience.

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