Mortal Kombat 11 DLC is released in packs. On Switch, DLC is distributed as separate NSP files that require the latest update to function.
Updates for Mortal Kombat 11 on Switch are critical because the game launched with performance issues (long load times, lower resolution, occasional frame drops). Updates are distributed as UPD files (e.g., Mortal Kombat 11 [UPD][v196608]).
Important Update Versions:
| Version | Size (approx) | Key Changes | |---------|--------------|--------------| | v1.0.0 (Base) | 15.2 GB | Launch version | | v1.1.0 | 3.5 GB | Stability fixes, initial balance | | v1.5.0 (Kombat Pack 1 support) | 5.1 GB | Adds support for Shang Tsung, Nightwolf, Terminator, Sindel, Joker, Spawn; performance optimizations | | v1.7.0 (Aftermath expansion prep) | 6.8 GB | Adds Friendships, Stage Fatalities, support for Fujin, Sheeva, RoboCop | | v1.10.0 (Ultimate patch) | 7.4 GB | Adds Mileena, Rain, Rambo; new stages; ultimate balance overhaul | | v1.11.0 (Final major update) | 8.1 GB | Final balance patch; all previous DLC unlocked in code |
Latest Update Version:
v1.11.0(sometimes labeled asv196608orv1.11.0.32768).
Total installed size with all updates: ~33–35 GB mortal kombat 11 switch nsp update dlc
What updates fix/improve:
The NSP (Nintendo Submission Package) is the file format used for digital games on the Nintendo Switch. For Mortal Kombat 11, the base NSP includes the initial launch version of the game (v1.0.0) without any patches or DLC. Mortal Kombat 11 DLC is released in packs
Key Base Game Content (v1.0.0):
⚠️ Note: The base NSP alone is missing significant performance improvements, balance changes, and most DLC characters. Latest Update Version: v1
If one were to install Mortal Kombat 11 from NSP files, the correct order would be:
⚠️ All DLC requires the latest game update to be recognized. Attempting to run DLC on v1.0.0 will result in errors or invisible characters.