Super Smash Bros. for 3DS needs a day one update to play online

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Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS requires a game update to enable online multiplayer features, Nintendo has revealed.

Rather than downloading automatically when you load the game you’ll need to head to the eShop and grab the update from there. Your 3DS must also be running the latest firmware.

“Users will be required to download this update prior to using the software’s online multiplayer features,” explains Nintendo’s support page. “Because of this, we strongly recommend that all Super Smash Bros. players download and install this update data.”

A number of balance tweaks are also included in the update.

Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS is out now.

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Super Smash Bros.

  • Platform(s): Nintendo 3DS, Wii U
  • Genre(s): Action, Arcade, Beat 'em Up, Fighting