Installing updates and DLC for Monster Hunter Rise on a modded Nintendo Switch involves using a homebrew installer to apply Nintendo Switch Package (NSP) files. You must install the base game first, followed by the update, and finally the DLC files to ensure all content is accessible. Prerequisites
Monster Hunter Rise Patch Ver. 3.3 is now available for download. 26 Aug 2021 —
Installing updates and DLC for Monster Hunter Rise on the Nintendo Switch requires specific steps to ensure the game recognizes the new content. To manage these files, you will need a Title Installer such as DBI, Tinfoil, or Awaitree. Prerequisites
A Nintendo Switch with Custom Firmware (CFW) like Atmosphere. The base game (NSP/XCI) already installed. The specific Update file (NSP) and DLC files (NSP). A USB-C cable or a large microSD card. Installation via USB (Recommended)
Using a USB connection is generally faster and prevents "Out of Memory" errors on the Switch. Connect your Switch to your PC using a USB-C cable. Open DBI on your Switch and select Run MTP Responder. On your PC, open the new "Switch" drive in File Explorer. Navigate to the MicroSD Install or NAND Install folder. monster hunter rise switch nsp update dlc install
Drag and drop your Monster Hunter Rise Update NSP and DLC NSPs into that folder.
DBI will automatically process and install the files in the correct order. Installation via MicroSD Card If you prefer to install directly from the console:
Copy the Update and DLC NSP files to the root or a specific folder on your microSD card.
Insert the card into the Switch and launch your preferred installer (e.g., DBI or Goldleaf). Select Browse SD Card and locate your files. Select the Update NSP first and choose Install. Select the DLC NSPs and install them. Installing updates and DLC for Monster Hunter Rise
Once finished, you can delete the NSP files from the SD card to save space. Verification and Troubleshooting
Check Version: Highlight the game on the Home Screen, press (+), and verify the version number matches the update you installed.
DLC Access: Most Monster Hunter Rise DLC items must be claimed in-game by talking to Senri the Mailman in Kamura Village.
Firmware Version: If the game fails to launch after an update, ensure your System Firmware and Atmosphere version are up to date, as newer updates often require the latest "sigpatches." Are you getting a specific error code? Is your CFW and Firmware updated to the latest version? Filename example: Monster_Hunter_Rise_Update_v13
Monster_Hunter_Rise_Update_v13.0.1.nsp| Error | Solution | | :--- | :--- | | "Unable to start software. Return to HOME Menu." | You need new sigpatches. Update Atmosphere and sigpatches immediately. | | Corrupted Data message | Your NSP file is bad. Re-download the Update/DLC from a trusted source. | | DLC not appearing in game | You forgot to install the DLC Unlocker NSP. The base NSP alone does not include DLC. | | "Software closed due to error" during gameplay | This is usually a bad update install. Delete the game (keep save data) and reinstall in the correct order. | | Sunbreak content won't start | You must finish the base game's "Serpent Goddess of Wind" (HR7) quest first. The DLC is post-game content. |
Repeat the same installation process but with the UPDATE file.
As of late 2024 and early 2025, Monster Hunter Rise has received its final title update. The last update (Ver. 16.0.2) includes all event quests, Anomaly Quests, and the Risen Elders. When searching for the ultimate "Monster Hunter Rise Switch NSP update DLC install," look for a "Complete" or "Definitive" repack.
This repack will include:
Final Size: ~38 GB.