Software update: September 14th 2017

Applies to: Nintendo Switch

A software update is now available that introduces new features and adjustments to enhance the overall experience. Please start the game while your Nintendo Switch console is connected to the internet to update the software. The software version after this update will be v3.0.0.

Update contents

  • New fighter Lola Pop can now be selected.
  • New ARM Funchuk added.
  • New ARM Biffler added.
  • New ARM Clapback added.
  • New stage Via Dolce added.
  • Customize Controls menu added.
    • This allows you to freely customize button mappings.
    • Access by pressing X on the fighter select screen, or from the pause menu in battle.
  • Condition for unlocking Ranked Match has changed from clearing Grand Prix on Level 4 to clearing Grand Prix on Level 1.
  • Stun charge attacks will now immobilize fighters for longer.
  • Fire charge attack damage has been reduced by 10.
  • After landing a hit on an armored opponent, there will now be a momentary delay before the ARM starts to retract.
  • In modes with multiple opponents, removed function where the targeted opponent would automatically switch to another opponent when the targeted opponent was knocked down.
  • Fixed issue where bomb blasts would not knock down players during their rush attack.
  • Fixed issue where bomb blasts could not be guarded when playing 1-punch KO
  • Fixed issue where, under certain conditions, after connecting a wind type rush attack follow up attacks would be impossible.
  • Fixed issue where even in the process of shooting an ARM it was possible to charge-up when on a trampoline.
  • Fixed issue in Hedlok Scramble where if a communication error occurred at a specific time it would become impossible to grab the Hedlok powerup.
  • Fixed issue where fighters would sometimes go out of bounds during fights against Hedlok.
  • Adjusted some fighters and ARMS as detailed below.

Fighter Name Changes
Master Mummy
  • ARM size has been increased thanks to intense training.
  • Now holds a charge for longer.
Mechanica
  • Increased movement speed when jumping.
  • Increased movement speed when air dashing.
Max Brass
  • Decreased movement speed when buffed up.

Changes

ARM Name Changes
Sparky
  • Increased extension speed.
  • Increased retraction speed.
Revolver
Retorcher
  • Increased speed of charge attack.
  • Shortened firing interval.
Boomerang
  • Increased speed when thrown with an outside curve.
  • Improved homing ability.
  • Adjusted path traveled when extending.
Coolerang
  • Increased expansion rate when extending.
  • Increased speed when thrown with an outside curve.
  • Improved homing ability.
  • Adjusted path traveled when extending.
Megaton
  • Increased extension speed.
  • Increased expansion rate when extending.
Megawatt
  • Increased extension speed.
  • Increased expansion rate when extending.
  • Increased retraction speed.
  • Increased speed of charge attack.
  • Increased charge attack damage.
Homie
  • Increased retraction speed.
  • Improved homing ability
Parasol
  • Increased speed of charge attack.
  • Increased expansion rate of charge attack.
  • Improved homing ability.
Slamamander
  • Increased speed of charge attack.
  • Improved homing ability.
Tribolt
Triblast
  • Increased extension speed.
Hydra
  • Increased retraction speed.
Chakram
  • Increased extension speed.
  • Increased speed of charge attack.
Guardian
  • Increased shield bash range.
  • Fixed issue where movement became impossible when both hands were disabled.
  • Fixed issue where it was possible to pass through parts of the stage to attack.
Roaster
  • Decreased extension speed.
  • Increased retraction speed.
Nade
  • Decreased retraction speed.
Popper
Cracker
  • Decreased extension speed.
  • Decreased damage from charge attack.
  • Decreased damage from rush attack.
  • Increased retraction speed.

Additional information

Once you have updated to version 3.0.0 you will no longer be able to participate in Local or LAN Play with users on an earlier version of the game.

To download this content, additional storage may be needed. If you don’t have enough system storage in the Nintendo Switch console, please use a compatible microSD card (for more information, visit our Support section). You can check how much free space there is on your console's system memory or microSD card by opening System Settings from the HOME Menu and selecting Data Management.

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