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News Nintendo Switch System Update 9.1.0 Is Now Live
Resolves a minor Joy-Con issue
After rolling out a system update for the 3DS earlier this week without any stability, Nintendo's now released its monthly update for the Switch. Fortunately, this one comes with plenty of stability improvements to enhance the overall experience. More importantly, though, it resolves an issue with the Joy-Con not...
News Dead Cells' Next DLC Pack Adds "Chill-Inducing" Monsters And All-New Weapons
New Biomes, Weapons, Baddies, and a Blood-Sucking Beast
Hot off the heels of the 'Rise Of The Giant' DLC released earlier this year, fan favourite roguelike-Metroidvania Dead Cells is getting some more DLC which goes by the ominous name of 'The Bad Seed'. It's going to land on the Switch early next year for only $4.99, and we have plenty more...
News Just Shapes & Beats Digs Up Exclusive Shovel Knight Remixes For Free DLC
Update: It's now live!
Update: This free update is now live, so we thought we'd give you a quick reminder. If you already own the base game, make sure to boot it up, ensure it's updated to the latest version, and enjoy some sweet new content! Original Article (Mon 25th Nov, 2019 15:15 GMT): The chaotic rhythm-based gameplay of Just Shapes &...
News The Latest 3DS Update Is Now Live, But There's No Mention Of Stability Improvements
Is the system finally stable?
Nintendo has just rolled out what is likely to be the final update for the 3DS this year. Oddly though, there's no official mention of stability improvements. Instead, Version 11.13.0-45 resolves a small issue linked to StreetPass. Here are the firmware notes from Nintendo's support page: Resolved an issue where...
News Nintendo Rolls Out Another Minor Update For Ring Fit Adventure On Switch
Staying in shape
This week has been a rather eventful one for Ring Fit Adventure, with Nintendo publishing a statement on its website yesterday to apologise for the current stock shortages within Japan. For anyone who already owns this game though, there's now a new update available to download. Version 1.1.3 is much like the
News Rocket League's Fifth Rocket Pass Unlocks A Special "Anime-Inspired" Supercar
"How far will you go?"
Psyonix has announced Rocket Pass 5 will become available in Rocket League on 4th December. This will roll out alongside the Blueprint Update. The fifth pass includes brand new weekly challenges (free and premium) and you can complete challenges from previous weeks to get to the pro tiers faster. Rocket Pass 5 includes 70...
News Stardew Valley's Latest Update Adds A New End-Game Mystery And Much More
Coming to Switch soon
There's already more than enough to do and enjoy in Stardew Valley, but game creator ConcernedApe isn't done yet. A new Version 1.4 update for the game has just become available for PC, Mac, and Linux, with Switch and other consoles set to follow "soon". The update brings plenty of quality-of-life features, bug fixes, and...
News Stardew Valley Creator Outlines Version 1.4, Due Out On Consoles "Soon"
New content and much more
Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone (ConcernedApe) has released patch notes and full details about the game's latest update, Version 1.4, now that it's available on PC. These details also give console owners an idea of what they can expect on their own farms when the update arrives next month. In his latest post, Barone...
News You Can Now Store 3,000 Pocket Monsters In Pokémon GO
New item capacity upgrades as well
One gripe we've had with Pokémon GO since it was released, is that there's never enough storage space for all of the Pokémon you catch and items you obtain. As more updates have been released, it's only become more difficult to store it all. With Niantic adding new Pokémon and items to the popular augmented...
News Mercy's Recall Challenge Is Now Live In Overwatch, Win Nine Games To Unlock A Legendary Skin
Runs until 2nd December
Since arriving on the Switch last month, Blizzard's hero-based shooter Overwatch has celebrated the spooky season and a few other events. In the game's latest update, the "former guardian angel" Mercy wrestles with whether she should take to the skies again. From now, until 2nd December, you'll be able to win special...
News Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Version 6.1.0 Is Now Live, Fixes Terry Bogard Glitch
Make sure to update!
Update: As promised, the 6.1.0 update has now arrived in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. The update fixes the recently discovered Terry Bogard glitch, but doesn't appear to have changed the character's attributes on the battlefield. Your game should automatically update the next time you turn it on (while connected to the...
News Stardew Valley's 1.4 Update Expected To Arrive On Consoles Next Month
"a few weeks" after the PC release
Last month, Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone (ConcernedApe) revealed the 1.4 patch for the game –better known as the "everything" update, because it touches on "pretty much every aspect of the farming simulator". Now, in the developer blog post, ConcernedApe has confirmed this patch is in its final stages. It...
News There's Finally A Game On Switch That Makes Use Of Online Play Invites
And it's not a first-party title
Early in September, Nintendo rolled out a new update for Switch, bumping the firmware up to Version 9.0.0. Although the hybrid system has since been updated to 9.0.1, there's a minor feature that arrived in the 9.0 update that can now finally be used. We're referring to the "Online Play Invites" feature – which...
News The Neon Circus Update Brings A New Mode To Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled
And much more!
Terry Bogard stole headlines earlier this week when he finally arrived in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. This game and Fire Emblem: Three Houses weren't the only titles on the Switch to receive major updates this week, though. On the third-party front, Activision's kart racer Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled got its latest seasonal...
News Here Are The Full Patch Notes For Fire Emblem: Three Houses Version 1.1.0
Updates and bug fixes
Fire Emblem: Three Houses third wave of content is now available, and alongside this is the release of Version 1.1.0. Unlike the new DLC, this patch is entirely free and will give you access to more save files and makes a few other quality of life changes. It also fixes some bugs and resolves a number of issues. If you have...
News The Third Wave Of DLC For Fire Emblem: Three Houses Is Now Available
Spend some time in the sauna
Smash Bros. Ultimate isn't the only game getting some major updates this week. Nintendo's and Intelligence System's more recent release, Fire Emblem: Three Houses has just received its third wave of downloadable content. Provided you've purchased the Expansion Pass, you'll now have access additional quests, more units,...
News Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Version 6.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
All the tweaks and new additions
As you'll know by now if you've been loitering on this very site, Terry Bogard is now available in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Of course, Terry isn't the only new thing to check out, with the game simultaneously being updated to Version 6.0. The update adds new Spirits, changes to the Battle Arena mode, new Mii...
News Contra: Rogue Corps Receives Another Free Update, Includes Switch Only Adjustments
And a third update is on the way
After neglecting Contra: Rogue Corps for some time, Konami last week rolled out its first free update for the game – adding hardcore missions and new modes. Unfortunately, there was no sign of any quality of life changes or fixes for the Switch version. Now, though, another patch has arrived. Yes, less than a week...
News 3DS System Update 11.12.0-44 Is Now Live
Slightly more stable
Last week during its six months earnings report, Nintendo hinted it would no longer develop first-party games for the 3DS. From here on out, the plan is to rely on evergreen titles to sustain system sales. In terms of technical support for the system itself – nothing has changed. In fact, yesterday, a new system update was...
News Free Update For Contra: Rogue Corps Adds Hardcore Missions, New Weapons And Much More
Ready up, soldier
Contra: Rogue Corps was admittedly not the game the majority of fans were hoping for when Konami announced a new entry in its popular run and gun shmup series. Its combat was clunky and slow, the levels were incredibly bland, the objectives were boring, and it had low-resolution visuals and muddy textures. We could go on, but you...
Video Here's How Bloodstained's Switch Performance Update Compares To The Previous Version
Version 1.03 is here!
Earlier, we shared the news that Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night has now received its promised performance update on Nintendo Switch, taking the game from Version 1.02 to 1.03. The update has been long-awaited by fans who were left disappo
News Bloodstained Graphics And Performance Update For Switch Is Now Live
Addresses input lag, visual quality, crashes and load times
The long-awaited graphics and performance update for Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is now available on the Nintendo Switch. In version 1.03 there are four major areas of improvement: input lag, visual quality, crashes and load times. According to 505, input lag has been "eliminated"...
News There's No Need To Be Afraid Of This Day One Update For Luigi's Mansion 3
A safer experience
Today marks the release of Luigi's Mansion 3 on the Nintendo Switch. Part of the experience is the ability to play special multiplayer modes locally and online. In order to do this, though, you're going to have to update your brand new game as you soon as you've purchased it. According to patch notes for Version 1.1.0 over on...
News Fourth Free Update For Super Dragon Ball Heroes: World Mission Includes 99 New Cards
Plus new missions and much more
Although the Switch still doesn't have a certain digital card game on it, there are still plenty of other ones to enjoy if you are a fan of this genre. One of these is Super Dragon Ball Heroes: World Mission. This Dimps-developed Bandai Namco title arrived on the Switch in April and will be receiving its fourth free...
News The First Patch For Link's Awakening Is Probably Not The Fix You Were Hoping For
One less error on Koholint Island
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening for Nintendo Switch is an absolutely stunning remake, but unlike many other first-party offerings on the system, it struggles to maintain a solid frame rate and can suffer from serious performance dips during more heated moments on-screen. You would think this would be the...
News The Original Rocket League DLC Packs Are Being Added To The Base Version For Free
Update rolling out before the end of the year
In its latest news post, Psyonix has revealed it will be adding the original DLC packs to the base version of Rocket League at no additional cost. This includes Supersonic Fury, Revenge of the Battle-Cars, and the Chaos Run DLC pack. Following an update before the end of the year, everything included...
News Ring Fit Adventure Version 1.1.0 Adds New Online Features
Rankings, records and more
Nintendo's latest game Ring Fit Adventure is now available on the Switch and according to a poll we ran yesterday, a sizable chunk of you here on Nintendo Life have shown interest in trying out this fun new experience. For anyone who has already picked up a copy of the game, you'll be pleased to hear Version 1.1.0 has...
News GRIP: Combat Racing Goes Back To The Future With DeLorean DLC
"Like you've never seen it before"
The latest update for futuristic racer, GRIP: Combat Racing has been revealed, and it arrives in the form of the beloved silver sportscar, the DeLorean. Made famous by being converted into a time machine in the Back to the Future series, this car hardly needs any introduction, despite the fact that only around...
News Chucklefish Reveals Wargroove: Double Trouble, A Free DLC Update "With Co-Op Play In Mind"
Physical Deluxe Edition arrives 29th October
Chucklefish has finally lifted the lid on its upcoming DLC for Wargroove. It's officially titled Wargroove: Double Trouble and is entirely free. This new content is designed with "co-op play in mind" and adds a new story and three new Outlaw Commanders. They include the mighty Wulfar, the trouble-making...
News Beenox Adds Skill-Based Online Matchmaking To Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled
Fair play
As good as the online component is in Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled, it's no fun if you can't keep up with the competition. If you own this game, you might have found yourself struggling to cross the finish line from time to time when you are racing against other players. That's why Beenox has now decided to roll out skill-based...
News Daemon X Machina Now Features Competitive Multiplayer Mech Mayhem
Free update goes live
As part of a string of updates promised for the rest of 2019, Daemon X Machina has received a free update today which adds a lovely spot of competitive multiplayer into the mix. You can now join up with friends either online or via local wireless (you'll all need your own copy of the game), strutting your stuff and showing...
News Stardew Valley Creator Outlines Next Update, Improves "Every Aspect" Of The Game
Adding "a lot" of QoL features
Now that the Switch version of Stardew Valley is being published by the creator Eric Barone (ConcernedApe) instead of Chucklefish, the focus is on rolling out version 1.4 of the game. This patch is being referred to as the "everything" update because it touches on "pretty much every aspect" of the farming simulator...
News Rocket League Begins Its Halloween Preparations On 14th October
And adds some new quality of life features
Psyonix will begin rolling out its next Rocket League update on 14th October. It arrives just in time to celebrate the spooky season and sees the return of the Haunted Hallows event. This will be the second time Switch owners have been able to participate since the game was released on Nintendo's system in...
News Playtonic Is Adding Impossible Lair's N64 Tonic To The Original Yooka-Laylee Game
Retro glory
If you pre-ordered Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair, you'll get access to a special Yooka 64 Tonic. This formula makes the unlikely duo look like they were created during the Nintendo 64 era. It follows on from an update earlier this year, tha
News Rocket League Ditches Randomised Loot Boxes In Favour Of New 'Blueprint' System
The change takes place in December
Back in August, Rocket League developer Psyonix promised to scrap randomised loot boxes - known in-game as 'Crates' - in favour of a new, more transparent system. The change was revealed as part of the studio's goal to offer "the best possible experience" for players and has no doubt been influenced by the...
News The Spooky Grand Prix Brings Thrills And Chills To Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled
Another massive update
Following on from yesterday's teaser, Activision and Beenox have now announced the Spooky Grand Prix in Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled will start this Friday, on 4th October. This bone-chilling update comes with a new track, new characters, new items, and a new challenge type. The new challenge Ghost Hunt has you capturing...
News You Can Now Play Online With Your Friends In Super Mario Maker 2
Version 1.1.0 is here
A new update for Super Mario Maker 2 has arrived and it adds a number of new multiplayer features that didn't make it to the game in time for its launch. The most exciting news is that you can now play with your friends online in either multiplayer versus and multiplayer co-op. Apart from this, the Nintendo Switch Online...
News Bonus Seasonal Content Is On The Way To Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled
No sign of slowing down
Months after the release of Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled, Activision and Beenox are still pumping out new content for this online-focused kart racer. To ensure the player base has something to look forward to in the coming months, more free tracks, characters, items and challenges are on the way in the form of bonus...
News Get A Cap For Chain Chomp In The Mario Tennis Aces October Tournament
Shy Guys also up for grabs
Nintendo and Camelot have revealed the bonus for October if you compete in the Mario Tennis Aces Online Tournament. If you participate, you'll be able to get a special cap for Chain Chomp. The colours include yellow (250 participation points), red (500) and green (1000). The Shy Guy Train Tussle is also making a return...
News Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order Gets Its First DLC Pack And A Free Update
Marvel Knights: Curse of the Vampire
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order has just received the first of three promised DLC packs set to arrive in the game. Oh, and there’s a free update for everyone who owns the game, too! This first DLC pack, called ‘DLC Pack 1 - Marvel Knights: Curse of the Vampire’, adds Punisher, Blade, Moon...
News Classic DOOM And DOOM II Receive Performance Improvements On Switch
Removing DOOM's gloom
Update (26th Sep, 17:15 BST): The promised updates for DOOM and DOOM II are now available. As you can see in the announcement below, the patch should improve audio, lighting and general performance. Original Article (2nd Sep, 17:00 BST): As you may recall, July ended with an excitable bang as the original DOOM,
News Daemon X Machina To Receive 1-On-1 And 2-On-2 Battle Modes, Future Plans Detailed
Content planned for rest of 2019
Marvelous has today provided an update on its future plans for Daemon X Machina, the Nintendo Switch-exclusive mech action game which launched earlier this month. The studio has shared an Update Roadmap for the game on its Japanese site, revealing plans for new content which is to be implemented from October through...
News Epic Is Adding Bots To Fortnite, To Help Players "Grow In Skill"
"They will behave similarly to normal players"
As fun as the battle royale genre is, it's rather frustrating when you spend minutes waiting for a game to start and get immediately eliminated by a veteran player the second you drop into the map. You've probably experienced something similar before in Fortnite on the Nintendo Switch. To combat this,...
News Sid Meier's Civilization VI Expansion Bundle Releases On Switch This November
Digital-only
Earlier today, Sid Meier's Civilization VI was announced for the Xbox One and PlayStation 4. It will be arriving on 22nd November and will include the "Rise and Fall" and "Gathering Storm" expansions, along with 18 additional leaders. So, what has this got to do with Nintendo? Well, on the same date, these expansions will be made...
News Monster Boy's Latest Patch Makes Great Use Of Switch Lite's Funky Colours
Version 1.0.5 out now
Today, FDG Entertainment is launching a new patch for Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom on Nintendo Switch, and it comes with nice little touch for Switch Lite owners. The developer actually teased the patch last month, saying that it had "a fun idea" for the game running on a Switch Lite. Now we know exactly what that idea...
News Remaining DLC Fighters For BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle 2.0 Update Revealed
Launching 21st November
Like many other competitive fighting games nowadays, BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle continues to extend its lifespan with free updates and additional paid DLC content. We first found out the game would be updated to Version 2.0 at the end of the EVO 2019 Grand Finals in August and now the remaining fighters in the 2.0 content...
News Splatoon 2's Next Patch Will Stop Players Reaching An Area That Should Be Off Limits
Version 5.0.1 is near
Splatoon 2 will see yet another update next month, taking the game to Version 5.0.1. Unlike the big bump to Version 5.0 - which was supposedly the final major update for the game - this new patch is being put in place to tweak two minor issues. The patch is expected to go live on 10th October in Europe, Australia, and Japan...
News Full Patch Notes For Fire Emblem: Three Houses Version 1.0.2
More content has arrived
One of Nintendo's latest success stories on the Switch is Fire Emblem: Three Houses. When it launched in July, it topped sales charts worldwide and received glowing reviews from fans and critics alike. Just like other major Nintendo releases, this one has additional content to keep players invested over a long period of...
News Fire Emblem: Three Houses Update Replaces Byleth's Male Voice Actor
Same protagonist, new voice
In July, Nintendo removed the voice actor Chris Niosi from the credits of Fire Emblem Heroes, after the actor, animator, and producer revealed he had abused and mistreated friends and partners over the past decade. He also played the role of the protagonist Byleth in Fire Emblem: Three Houses. At the time, Nintendo was...
PSA Remember To Update Your Joy-Con And Pro Controllers Today, As Well As Your Switch
Controller updates arrive with Version 9.0.0
Just as a quick reminder, or as a new piece of info if you were unaware, that any new Switch firmware update brings with it a relatively high chance of further updates for your controllers, too. With Switch's Version 9.0.0 firmware update now well and truly out in the wild, it's also time to give your...
