Players of Nintendo Switch Sports will get to enjoy several Software Updates and DLCs that improve or add on to the available Sports titles at launch. Read on to find out about the available Software Updates and DLCs, their release dates, and how to download and install them once they're released.

Free Software and DLC Updates

Leg Strap Compatibility Update

Upon release, the Leg Strap accessory that is included with Physical version of the game is only compatible with Shoot-Out Mode. However, in the first free software update planned to release this Summer, the Leg Strap accessory will be compatible with Soccer Matches as well.

Leg Strap Compatibility Update

Golf DLC

The second free DLC announced for Nintendo Switch Sports will add Golf to the game. The sport was a staple back in the original Wii Sports game, so it will be great to see its return in Fall of 2022.

Golf Release Date and Mechanics

Available Sports at Launch

All Available Sports
Volleyball	Badminton	Bowling
Soccer	Chambara	Tennis

Switch Sports has six available base sports that players can jump into after launch until the addition of other sports later on via DLC updates. The first of these "Sport DLCs" would be Golf, although other sports may soon follow later on.

Missing Wii Sports Games

How to Download and Install DLC and Updates

Press the + Button on the Home Screen

Though you are often prompted to update the game upon start up, there is a chance that you could miss a software or DLC update/download. In this case, you can manually check for updates and DLC by selecting the game on your Home Screen and pressing the + Button.

Select Software Update

Select Software Update from the left tab. To update your game to the latest version, make sure to update it via the internet. Your system will connect to the internet and check if your game is up to date with the latest version. If not, the download will begin shortly.

Nintendo Switch Sports Related Guides

News and Game Info

Latest News
Release Date & Editions	Pre-Order Bonuses
List of Trailers	Switch Sports Online Play Test
Is Mii Matt in Switch Sports?	Missing Wii Sports Games
Is Free Roam Possible?	Review and Evaluation
Differences from Past Games	-
Game Features
Character Creation Guide	How to Farm Points
Multiplayer Features	Online Pro League
How to Create & Use Miis	Alternate-Color Mode
How to Play Solo	Do You Need Nintendo Switch Online?
Online Play Penalty	-
Software and Hardware Guides
How to Download and Install	Free Software Updates
Leg Strap Update	Switch Sports Accessories
Controller Support	Switch Lite Compatibility