

Alongside multiple other game updates this week, Nintendo has also released a patch for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on the Switch.
This is the first update for the platform fighter since June last year, and bumps the game up to Version 13.0.5. It fixes an issue tied to invalid data in online battles. If any other significant details are discovered about this latest update, we’ll let you know.
Keep in mind, when you perform this update, there may be some compatibility issues with replays tied to existing versions of the game. Here’s the full rundown from Nintendo’s official support page:
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate: Version 13.0.5 (1st September 2026)
Online
- Fixed behavior that occurs when invalid data is sent or received in online battles.
Note: There may be compatibility issues with replays from Ver. 9.0.0 to 13.0.4. 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.
Nintendo has also released new updates for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Pikmin 3 Deluxe this week, rolling out free Switch 2 versions. You can find out more in our previous stories here on Nintendo Life:







