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Ahead of its launch this Friday, Nintendo is already distributing the first update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons. If you’ve pre-loaded the game, you should be able to access version 1.1.0. We now have details as to what it actually includes.

First, be sure to download the update if you want to access the upcoming Bunny Day event. This will take place between April 1 and April 12. You’ll not only need to connect to the internet to access the Bunny Day celebration, but you’ll also need to be sure that you’ve linked to a Nintendo Account once the start of April comes around. Keep in mind that Animal Crossing: New Horizons will be updated to version 1.1.0a, which actually activates the event.

Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield

A few hours ago, Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield were updated to version 1.1.1. While Nintendo said it simply addressed a number of issues to improve the gameplay experience, the patch is actually more significant than the vague statement implies.

We had heard awhile back that hacked Pokemon were popping up in Surprise Trade. Unfortunately, players could be heavily impacted by game crashes and being unable to access online interactions. The good news is that with this week’s update, the exploit has now been addressed.

If you haven’t already, be sure to update Pokemon Sword/Shield before getting involved with Surprise Trade. 

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Nintendo Switch Parental Controls

The Nintendo Switch Parental Controls app has been given a minimal update. Version 1.11.0 is live on both iOS and Android.

According to Nintendo, today’s patch simply includes the latest bug fixes. There doesn’t appear to be much in the way of any notable additions or changes.

Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield were updated a short while ago, but that’s not the only Pokemon experience on Switch with a new patch. Version 1.0.1 for Pokemon Home is out now.

According to Nintendo, today’s update addresses “several issues to improve gameplay experience.” Nothing else is mentioned.

Pokemon Sword/Shield’s update also had the same, single patch note. It’s possible that it was related to today’s Pokemon Home version upgrade.

Pokemon Sword/Shield

Update: Though it wasn’t mentioned in Nintendo’s patch notes, the update also addresses issues relating to hacked Pokemon. Read more about the situation here.


Following the previous update for Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield in January, both games have been updated again. The latest patch is version 1.1.1.

If you were looking for something major this time around, you’ll unfortunately be disappointed. Nintendo says of today’s update: “Fixed several issues to improve gameplay experience.”

Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield are getting their first DLC, The Isle of Armor, in June as part of the Expansion Pass. The Crown of Tundra will follow this fall.

Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team DX has been updated on Switch. Version 1.0.2 is out now, which addresses a game-breaking bug.

Today’s patch addresses one single issue, but it’s a major one. When playing through a dungeon, if the main character and partner Pokemon were defeated and the third Pokemon in the party was removed, the game may have become unplayable from that point on. After installing the update, you can continue from the point where you escaped the dungeon, with your items and money intact.

The fast-paced action adventure / Metroidvania game Kunai has been updated on Switch. With version 1.0.3, the team has implemented a few improvements and fixed a number of issues impacting the player experience.

Below are the full patch notes:

Gameloft has announced that a major update is out now for the Switch version of Asphalt 9: Legends. Players can access new Caribbean-inspired tracks, new cars, and more.

Here’s a full overview of what’s new:

The comics app InkyPen has been updated on Switch, adding in some major features.

One of the main highlights is vertical mode – a feature that lets users read comics vertically. The latest comics are now marked with a “New” badge, account synchronization has been implemented for multiple devices, and more.

Below is a full rundown of today’s update:

Dragon Marked for Death

Inti Creates has revealed a major 3.0.0 update for its action RPG Dragon Marked for Death. The Oracle and Bandit will be added to the game as two new characters, the company announced. Both can be unlocked once certain conditions are met.

The 3.0.0 update goes live on April 21. View a trailer showcasing the Oracle and Bandit below.


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