Full patch notes revealed for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate update version 4.0.0

On July 30, 2019 a new software update for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate became available for download. Read on below for the official patch notes:

Version 4.0.0 [Released 07/30/19]

  • Offline
    • Very Easy difficulty has been added to Adventure mode.
    • Snapshots can be added to the timeline in Edit Video. Only snapshots taken via the pause menu can be used; screenshots taken using the Capture Button cannot be used. In addition, snapshots taken from custom stages cannot be used.
    • Steel, grass, sponge, paper, and yarn terrains have been adjusted in Stage Builder. After this update, stages created in versions 3.1.0 and older may behave differently. In addition, the way thumbnails are displayed has been adjusted.
    • The following spirits will appear in the Shop on the Vault menu:
      • Slime
      • Dracky
      • Great Sabrecub
      • Golem
      • Liquid Metal Slime
      • Cetacea
      • Hero’s Comrades
  • Online
    • Online Tourney mode has been added. While a tourney is open, please check rules and more within Online Tourney.
    • A Support function to predict the winner of a Spectate battle and earn points has been added. The points can be exchanged for in-game items and gold.
    • Videos can now be played repeatedly in Shared Content. In addition, a Yeah! will be added automatically whenever you save posted content.
  • General
    • The following downloadable content will be usable after purchase:
      • Hero Challenger Pack
      • Erdrick’s Helmet + Armour
      • Martial Artist Wig + Gi
      • Veronica’s Hat + Outfit
      • Slime Hat
    • You cannot make videos of replays that contain DLC you have not purchased (fighters, stages, music, Mii Fighter costumes, etc.).
    • Once the FS Meter is fully charged, the Final Smash must be used within 20 seconds or the FS Meter will reset. Note: This change will not affect Spirits mode.
    • Game balance adjustments have been made.
    • Several issues have been fixed to improve gameplay experience.

Additional Information:

  • 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.
  • All players must be using the same version of the software to participate in Local Wireless Battles.
  • 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.
  • Save data will still be available for use after downloading the update.
  • If the system is connected to the Internet, the update will download and install automatically.

Complete These Steps:

  1. Connect the Nintendo Switch console to the Internet.
  2. Return to the HOME Menu and launch the game.
  3. The update will be downloaded and installed automatically.
  4. Once the update is installed, the newest version number will be displayed on the title screen.

Source: Nintendo Support

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