Super Smash Bros. Ultimate has been updated to Version 13.0.5 by Nintendo, deploying a targeted patch that addresses a specific bug involving invalid data sent or received during online battles, according to official support documentation.
Understanding the Version 13.0.5 Patch Notes
The official patch notes list a single item: “Fixed behavior that occurs when invalid data is sent or received in online battles.” According to My Nintendo News, this release marks the first time the fighting game has received an update in over a year, following the deployment of Version 13.0.4 in June 2025.
Pro Tip: Replay compatibility is affected by the new update. According to Nintendo Life, replays from versions 9.0.0 through 13.0.4 may experience compatibility issues, while replays from version 8.1.0 and earlier are completely incompatible. Players can convert existing replays to videos via Vault > Replays > Replay Data > Convert to Video before downloading the patch.
Broader Nintendo Updates and Console Compatibility
The release arrives alongside a wave of software updates across older Nintendo Switch titles. According to Nintendo Life, Nintendo has also issued patches for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Pikmin 3 this week.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Version 13.0.5 add new fighters or stages?
No. According to Nintendo’s official patch notes, the update addresses a singular bug related to invalid data sent or received during online matches.
Will I lose my saved replays when updating to Version 13.0.5?
Replays from Version 9.0.0 through 13.0.4 may become incompatible, and older replays from Version 8.1.0 and earlier will not work. Nintendo advises converting valuable replays to video files through the in-game Vault menu before installing the patch.
Is this update available for the original Nintendo Switch?
Yes. According to My Nintendo News, the update applies to the original hardware as well as through backwards compatibility.
Are you still jumping into online matches in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, or have you moved on to newer releases? Share your thoughts in the comments below, and check out our other Nintendo Switch updates for the latest patch notes.
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