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How to Update MARVEL ULTIMATE ALLIANCE 3: The Black Order

In this article, you'll learn how to update MARVEL ULTIMATE ALLIANCE 3: The Black Order.

On 24 April 2020, a new software update for this software became available for download. Please take a moment to download and install this update while your Nintendo Switch console is connected to the internet.

Additional Information:

Save data will still be available for use after downloading the update.
If the console is connected to the internet, the update will download and install automatically.
All players must be using the same version of the software to play together. Please make sure you have the same software version as the person or people you are playing with.

Complete These Steps:

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

Update Details:

Click the version number below for information about the update. Each update also includes all previous updates.

Version 4.0.1 (Released 24 April 2020)

General

Fixed issue of not being able to acquire Deadpool’s outfit.
- It can now be purchased at the S.H.I.E.L.D. DEPOT.
Fixed issue of insufficient Ability Orbs to unlock all abilities.
- Ability Orbs can now be acquired by opening the containers in the Epilogue again.
Fixed issue of not being able to select “RETRY” in Infinity Trials.
- After completing an Infinity Trial, you will be able to select “RETRY” from the dialogue.

Version 4.0.0 (Released 26 March 2020)

Downloadable Content
- Now supports paid DLC, Fantastic Four: Shadow of Doom. Purchase to enjoy the following content:
  - New story mode that depicts the events after the battles of the main game.
  - Added new Fantastic Four playable characters:
    - Mister Fantastic
    - Invisible Woman
    - Human Torch
    - The Thing
    - …And more!
  - Higher training levels added to DANGER ROOM.
  - New Gauntlets added to GAUNTLET.
Free Update
- Play part of the new story mode for free.
- Added new outfits to unlock.
- Added new voice lines to unlock.
- New ISO-8 effects added.
- Level cap for heroes raised to 300.
- Added new slots where you can equip ISO-8.
- Added new nodes to unlock in ALLIANCE ENHANCEMENT.
- You can now play new limited-time events.
- Fixed various other issues to improve game experience.

Version 3.0.1 (Released 28 January 2020)

Fixed an issue involving not being able to add a controller during multiplayer.
Fixed a number of issues so that gameplay is more enjoyable.

Version 3.0.0 (Released 23 December 2019)

Downloadable Content

Now supports paid DLC, Rise of the Phoenix. Purchase to enjoy the following content:

New DANGER ROOM mode. New Gauntlets have also been added.
Added new X-Men playable characters:
- Gambit
- Cable
- Iceman
- Phoenix

Free Update

Play part of the new DANGER ROOM mode for free.
Added new costumes for four heroes:
- Blade
- Moon Knight
- Punisher
- Morbius
Added Event tab to the main menu.
Added new outfits to unlock.
Added new voice lines to unlock.
Level cap for heroes raised to 200.
New ISO-8 effects added.
Updated Alliance Enhancements.
Adjusted the number of S.H.I.E.L.D. tokens that can be acquired in GAUNTLET and NIGHTMARE.
Fixed various other issues to improve game experience.

Version 2.0.0 (Released 30 September 2019)

DLC Contents

Now supports paid DLC, The Curse of the Vampire. Purchase to enjoy the following:

New Gauntlet mode
Added playable characters inspired by Marvel Knights:
- Punisher
- Morbius
- Moon Knight
- Blade