Downloadable content (SSBU)

For downloadable content available in this game's predecessor, see Downloadable content (SSB4). For general info, see Downloadable content.

In the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Nintendo Direct on November 1st, 2018, series director Masahiro Sakurai confirmed that paid DLC would be available for Ultimate. It will come in the form of 5 bundles, each containing one entirely unique fighter, one stage, and several music tracks. These bundles, which will also be available through a complete pack known as the Fighters Pass, will be released periodically between the game's December 2018 release and February 2020. Additionally, Piranha Plant is available for free as a limited time early purchase bonus, and will be subsequently available for purchase separate from the Fighters Pass. On November 6th, Sakurai announced on his Twitter account that the DLC line-up was now complete, and it was decided by Nintendo. [1]. However, it's implied that Sakurai will still have the final choice on whom gets added.

Updates

Main article: List of updates (SSBU)

Updates to the game are downloadable at no extra cost. The game must be updated to the latest version to purchase DLC, which is done automatically after starting the game from the system's main menu. Most updates also adjust game balance and mechanics, while fixing glitches and other errors as well. Change-logs for all updates are available at the links above.

As with any other game, DLC data gets added via free updates. Completing a transaction to receive DLC is merely a "ticket" to grant access to said content. What this means is that DLC not purchased in an updated version is still technically installed but locked, and thus is accessible indirectly. Content that is locked can be seen and played against with opponents connecting via a system that has DLC paid for (within Wireless and Online modes). Without another person with DLC, locked content can still be seen via using amiibo as Figure Players, and saving uploaded or shared replays.

Characters

Piranha Plant (January 29th, 2019)

Newcomer Piranha Plant was revealed as the first DLC character in Ultimate on November 1st, 2018, and was released on January 29th, 2019. It is available as a free bonus until January 31st, 2019 to anyone who purchases the digital version of Ultimate or registers their physical version with My Nintendo. While Piranha Plant is not part of the Fighters Pass, it will be available for purchase separately after January 31st.

Joker (TBA)

Newcomer Joker from Persona 5 was announced as the second DLC character during The Game Awards 2018 on December 6th, 2018. He will be the first playable character for the Fighters Pass. His accompanying stage and music have yet to be revealed.

Unlike the previous game, DLC characters now have their own Palutena's Guidance scenes as opposed to the generic scene used.

Mii Costumes

Currently, the only DLC Mii costume available is the Rex wig and outfit based on Rex from Xenoblade Chronicles 2. It is obtained as a bonus for purchasing the Fighters Pass.

Costume	Build
Rex Wig, Rex Outfit	Mii Swordfighter (outfit) All types (headgear)

Spirits

No.	Image	Name	Release Date	Type	Class	Origin Game	Acquisition
1,298		Partner Pikachu	12/7/2018	Support	★★★	Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu!	•Unlocked with save data from Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu •Obtainable after a Spirit battle (once unlocked, or directly since v2.0.0) •Purchased from the Vault Shop for 6000G (since v2.0.0)
1,299		Partner Eevee	12/7/2018	Support	★★★	Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee!	•Unlocked with save data from Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee •Obtainable after a Spirit battle (once unlocked, or directly since v2.0.0) •Purchased from the Vault Shop for 6000G (since v2.0.0)
1,300	File:Dice Block Spirit.png	Dice Block	12/27/2018	Support	★	Mario Party (Artwork: Super Mario Party)	•Obtainable after a Spirit battle •Purchased from the Vault Shop for 6000G (since v2.0.0)
1,301		River Survival	12/27/2018	Support	★★	Super Mario Party	•Obtainable after a Spirit battle •Purchased from the Vault Shop for 6000G (since v2.0.0)
1,302	File:Golden Dash Mushroom Spirit.png	Golden Dash Mushroom	12/27/2018	Support	★★★	Mario Party: Island Tour (Artwork: Mario Kart 8)	•Obtainable after a Spirit battle •Purchased from the Vault Shop for 6000G (since v2.0.0)

Pricing

Challenger Packs and Fighters Pass

The pass can be purchased with the digital version of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate at a combined price.

Region	Price (Challenger Pack)	Price (pass)	Price (pass + game)
United States	$5.99 USD	$24.99 USD	$84.98 USD
Canada	$7.49 CAD	$31.49 CAD	$111.48 CAD
Japan	¥602 JPY	¥2,500 JPY	¥9,700 JPY
United Kingdom	£5.39 GBP	£22.49 GBP	£82.48 GBP
Eurozone	€5.99 EUR	€24.99 EUR	€94.98 EUR
Australia	$7.80 AUD	$32.50 AUD	$122.45 AUD
New Zealand	$10.20 NZD	$42.50 NZD	$142.45 NZD