For faster loading times between matches, install the base game and its updates to the Switch’s system memory rather than a slow MicroSD card.
Updates added new, themed arenas and costumes. 2. How to Update (Legitimately)
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While the game is highly optimized for handheld play, you can take a few extra steps to ensure you get the absolute best performance during heavy, four-player matches:
With over 70 superstars—including legends like Andre the Giant and The Rock —there's plenty of variety, though many must be unlocked through the campaign or in-game currency.
The game launched with a limited roster and was heavily criticized for its, at times, clunky performance. Updates were essential to:
Purchasing through the eShop links the game permanently to your Nintendo Account, allowing you to redownload it on any Switch console you own.
