Patches & Updates

Pokémon Legends Arceus is on the Nintendo Switch and are capable of patches and updates to the software. This is done typically automatically when your Switch is in Stand By mode but can be prompted by pressing Start on the Switch's Home Screen and selecting Software Update. These updates offer a variety of changes including bugfixes and more.

Version 1.1.1

Release Dates

March 18th 2022

Size

Changes

  • Fixed a glitch where the Shiny Charm would not be given to players under certain conditions
  • Other Bug Fixes

Notes
This update is required for your game to go online.

Version 1.1.0

Release Dates

February 27th 2022

Size

  • 500MB

Changes

  • Added over a dozen new Requests.
  • Added the Path of Solitude battles.
  • Added the Path of Tenacity battles.
  • Added the Eternal Battle Reverie battles.
  • Added Massive Mass Outbreaks.
  • Added a new Farm Harvest.
  • Altered Ginter so he would offer 3 items instead of 1
  • Added ability to invite people to the photo studio for a photo
  • Fixed the glitch that caused the game to be softlocked at Cresselia
  • Fixed the glitch that caused the weather to not change
  • Fixed an exploit that allowed people to reset Mass Outbreaks for Shiny Pokémon
  • Fixed an issue where you could purchase moves at the Move Shop even if the Pokémon already had access to it as an Alpha Pokémon

Notes
This update is required for your game to go online.

Version 1.0.2

Release Dates

February 8th 2022

Size

Changes

  • Fixed a glitch where Cherrim would be impossible to catch after it changes forms
  • Fixed a glitch where you'd not be able to proceed after completing a mission
  • Fixed a glitch where you could get several Legendary Pokémon twice
  • Other Bug Fixes

Notes
This update is required for your game to go online.