Super Mario Party Update 2.1.1 Addresses Online Ranking Issue on Nintendo Switch 2
Breaking: A new update, version 2.1.1, has just been released for Super Mario Party, specifically targeting a vulnerability in the Nintendo Switch 2 version that allowed inaccurate online ranking scores to be recorded. The patch aims to ensure fairer competition by preventing scores from being uploaded for achievements not legitimately earned by players.
Super Mario Party, initially launched on the original Nintendo Switch in 2024, quickly became a commercial success, boasting over 6.17 million units sold worldwide as of February 2025. This makes it the fastest-selling title in the Super Mario Party series and ranks it fifth overall in series sales. The game’s popularity stems from its diverse content, including new maps and game modes.
The 2.1.1 update follows a larger 2.1.0 patch released in July 2025, which addressed multiple game vulnerabilities and provided initial support for the Nintendo Switch 2 console. The core issue resolved by the latest update involved a bug where mini-game online rankings could be incorrectly populated with scores not actually achieved by the player. This was a notable concern for competitive players seeking accurate leaderboards.
Alongside the standard version, Nintendo released Super Mario party: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV on July 24th as an exclusive version for the new console.However, the upgrade path for existing owners has proven controversial.While players who own the original game can upgrade, the cost – $20 for the upgrade package or $80 for the complete new edition – has led to criticism within the gaming community, with many questioning the value proposition.Despite the pricing debate, Super Mario Party maintains a strong reputation for quality, evidenced by an average OpenCritic score of 81 at launch. Players are now watching to see if Nintendo will continue to support the game with further content updates or focus solely on bug fixes and performance improvements on the Switch 2 platform. The future of Super Mario Party on Nintendo’s latest hardware remains a key point of interest for fans.
source: Gamerant
This article originally appeared on Science and Technology Island and is republished with permission.
