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How to Update Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

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

Follow these steps to update Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, or review the software's update history.

Note
  • This update must be applied in order to use the game’s Internet features.
  • A Nintendo Switch Online membership is required to use the game's online features.
  • Save data will still be available for use after downloading the update.
  • Replay data from previous versions is not compatible with the newest version. Be sure to convert your replays by going to Vault in the main menu and selecting Convert to Video before updating the software.
  • The update will download and install automatically if the console 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.
  • All players must be using the same version of the software to play together. Please make sure you have the same update version as the person you are playing with.

On June 24, 2025, a new software update for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate became available for download. Please take a moment to download and install this update while your 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. 13.0.4 (Released June 24, 2025)

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  • Fixed an issue in which thumbnail images displaying Mii Fighters would sometimes not be generated correctly when creating or modifying a Mii Fighter and saving it in Games & More.
Related: Online

The following issues have been fixed in Nintendo Switch 2 system version 20.1.5, released on June 18, 2025:

  • When a Nintendo Switch 2 player and a Nintendo Switch player were matched up in online play, the match may have ended immediately if someone was using a Mii Fighter.

Past updates

  • Ver. 13.0.3 (Released October 8, 2024)
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    • Fixed an issue in which Global Smash Power would not return to appropriate levels when the connection was disrupted with specific timing at the end of a match.

    Note: There may be compatibility issues with replays from Ver. 9.0.0 to 13.0.2. Replays from Ver. 8.1.0 and earlier are not compatible. If you want to keep your replays, convert them into videos before installing the update. You can do this via Vault → Replays → Replay Data → Convert to Video.

  • Ver. 13.0.2 (Released February 14, 2024)
    General
    • Updates for compatibility with the Sora amiibo, which is scheduled to be released soon.
  • Ver. 13.0.1 (Released December 1, 2021)
    • General
      • Game-balance adjustments have been made. Please see the details of fixes and changes to fighters.
      • The Samus (Metroid Dread) & E.M.M.I. (Metroid Dread) amiibo are now supported.
        • Note: If you go to amiibo in Games & More and tap these amiibo to the NFC area, you can receive their spirits.
        • Note: Samus (Metroid Dread) can be used as a Figure Player (FP).
      • Several issues have been fixed to improve gameplay experience.
  • Ver. 13.0.0 (Released October 18, 2021)
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      • The following spirits from the KINGDOM HEARTS series will appear in the Shop on the Vault menu:
        • Riku
        • Kairi
        • Roxas
        • Axel
        • Xion
        • Terra
        • Ventus
        • Aqua
      • The following spirits will appear on the Spirit Board and Shop:
        • Razewing Ratha
    • General
      • The following downloadable content will be usable after purchase:
        • Sora Challenger Pack
        • Judd Hat
        • Octoling Wig
        • Doom Slayer Helmet + Armor

        Note: You cannot make videos of replays that contain DLC you have not purchased (fighters, stages, music, Mii Fighter costumes, etc.).

      • Game-balance adjustments have been made. Please see the details of fixes and changes to fighters.
      • Several issues have been fixed to improve gameplay experience.
  • Ver. 12.0.0 (Released June 29, 2021)
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      • The following spirits from the Tekken series will appear in the Shop on the Vault menu:
        • Heihachi Mishima
        • Jin Kazama
        • Kuma & Panda
        • Nina Williams
        • King & Armor King
        • Ling Xiaoyu
        • Paul Phoenix & Marshall Law
        • Yoshimitsu
        • Jack-7
        • Asuka Kazama

          • *Jin Kazama's spirit is Enhanceable.

      • The below Spirits will now appear in the Spirit Board and Shop:
        • Sophia
        • Arthur
    • General
      • The following downloadable content will be usable after purchase:
        • Kazuya Challenger Pack
        • Dante Wig + Outfit
        • Shantae Wig + Outfit
        • Dragonborn Helm + Outfit
        • Lloyd Wig + Outfit

        Note: You cannot make videos of replays that contain DLC you have not purchased (fighters, stages, music, Mii Fighter costumes, etc.).

      • Game-balance adjustments have been made. Please see the details of fixes and changes to fighters.
      • Several issues have been fixed to improve gameplay experience.
  • Ver. 11.0.1 (Released March 23, 2021)
    • General
      • Vulnerability when landing after using the Wii Fit Trainer’s side special Header had decreased unintentionally, so this has been adjusted.
  • Ver. 11.0.0 (Released March 4, 2021)
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      • The following spirits will appear in the Shop on the Vault menu:
        • Lora
        • Amalthus
        • Jin
        • Malos
        • Pneuma
      • You can now enhance Rex's spirit.
      • When multiple controllers are connected, unused controllers can now be disconnected using other controllers in the fighter-selection screen in Smash.
        • This can be done by pressing the A Button over the player bracket of the controller you want to disconnect.
    • General
      • The following downloadable content will be usable after purchase:
        • Pyra/Mythra Challenger Pack
        • Arthur's Helm + Armor
        • Felyne Hat
        • Hunter's Helm + Mail
        • Rathalos Helm + Mail

        Note: You cannot make videos of replays that contain DLC you have not purchased (fighters, stages, music, Mii Fighter costumes, etc.).

      • The Toad Power-Up Band (amiibo) is now supported.
        • If you go to amiibo in Games & More and tap the Toad Power-Up Band, you can receive a reward. The Mario, Luigi, Peach, Daisy, and Yoshi Power-Up Bands can be used as Figure Players.
      • Game-balance adjustments have been made. Please see the details of fixes and changes to fighters.
      • Several issues have been fixed to improve gameplay experience.
  • Ver. 10.1.0 (Released December 22, 2020)
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      • The following spirits will appear in the Shop on the Vault menu:
        • Tifa
        • Barret
        • Aerith
        • Red XIII
        • Cid
        • Cait Sith
        • Yuffie
        • Vincent
        • The Turks & Rufus Shinra
        • Bahamut ZERO
        • Chocobo & Moogle
        • Shiva
        • Ifrit
      • You can now switch between different artwork for Cloud's spirit.
    • General
      • The following downloadable content will be usable after purchase:
        • Sephiroth Challenger Pack
        • Barret's Outfit
        • Tifa's Outfit
        • Aerith's Outfit
        • Chocobo Hat
        • Geno Hat + Outfit
      • You cannot make videos of replays that contain DLC you have not purchased (fighters, stages, music, Mii Fighter costumes, etc.).
      • You can now switch between "Random from all songs" and "Random from My Music" for the Battlefield, Small Battlefield, Big Battlefield and Final Destination stages.
        • To switch between options, access My Music via the Options or the Vault and then press the X Button.
      • The Final Smash for Cloud's P2, P4, P6, and P8 color variations has been changed to Omnislash Ver. 5. (This essentially functions the same as a regular Omnislash.)
      • Game-balance adjustments have been made. Please see the details of fixes and changes to fighters.
      • Several issues have been fixed to improve gameplay experience.
  • Ver. 10.0.0 (Released December 17, 2020)
    • General
      • The Sephiroth Challenge mode event has been added for a limited time.
      • You can attempt this mode if you've purchased the Sephiroth Challenger Pack or the Fighters Pass Vol. 2. Defeating Sephiroth will unlock him as a playable fighter and grant access to his stage.
      • This mode will appear on the upper left of the main menu. Press the + Button to take on the challenge.
      • Once the event period is over, the mode will become unavailable, but Sephiroth and his stage will be unlocked immediately for anyone who has purchased the Sephiroth Challenger Pack or the Fighters Pass Vol. 2.
      • Several issues have been fixed to improve gameplay experience.

    Note that you cannot make videos of replays that contain DLC you have not purchased (fighters, stages, music, Mii Fighter costumes, etc.).

  • Ver. 9.0.2 (Released November 11, 2020)
    • General
      • Fixed an issue where you could not use the stick to jump while falling after creating an anvil using the down air attack.
      • Fixed an issue where the gunman from Duck Hunt’s down special and the phantom from Zelda’s down special were not behaving as intended.
      • Fixed an issue where the initial velocity of Samus’s and Dark Samus’s up special when used on the ground was not behaving as intended.
      • Fixed an issue where fighters would sometimes warp on the Venom stage.
      • Fixed an issue where sometimes fighters would pass through landscapes when they were launched on some stages.
      • Fixed an issue where sometimes you would be forced to end a battle on a stage created in Stage Builder.
      • Various gameplay fixes.
  • Ver. 9.0.1 (Released October 21, 2020)
    • General
      • Fixed the issue where sometimes an opposing fighter would go through the landscape when Steve/Alex created a block at a certain location and the opposing fighter destroyed the block.
      • Fixed the issue where sometimes an opposing fighter would go through the landscape when Steve/Alex created a block at a certain location and the anvil created with a down air attack struck the opposing fighter.
      • Fixed the issue where the opposing fighter would become uncontrollable when Steve/Alex hit them with a minecart in certain situations.
      • Fixed the issue where if Steve/Alex's minecart bounced off the wall, it would not hit the opposing fighter.
      • Fixed the issue where opposing fighters carried in Steve/Alex's minecart would sometimes be warped to the original location where they were picked up.
      • Fixed the issue where certain fighters could go through Steve/Alex's block once KO'd.

For information about older updates, read the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Update History.

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