DAMON and BABY (Switch): all the updates (latest: Ver. 2.0.0)

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On this page, you will find all there is to know about the various updates for DAMON and BABY on Nintendo Switch.

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DAMON and BABY – Ver. 4.0.0

Release date: Autumn 2026
Patch notes:

Usability & UI/UX Enhancements
New Stages & Bosses!
New Side Story Episode!
New Game Mode!

Additional notes: none
Source: Arc System Works

DAMON and BABY – Ver. 3.0.0

Release date: Summer 2026
Patch notes:

Usability & UI/UX Enhancements
New Stages & Bosses
New Side Story Episode!

Additional notes: none
Source: Arc System Works

DAMON and BABY – Ver. 2.0.0

Release date: June 24th/25th 2026
Patch notes:

New Content #1: “The Trials of Sir Bloodedge”

Visit Sir Bloodedge at a certain location within the game to receive the “Tome of Seals” and gain access to challenging trial stages. These gauntlets will put your skills to the test, featuring everything from intense combat encounters to tricky obstacle-filled platforming challenges.

Keep an eye out for a special appearance by the Mice from Of Mice and Sand in one of the trials!

These high-difficulty stages are designed to push your skill to the limit.

New Content #2: Boss Replay Feature

By popular demand from our players, you can now rematch bosses you have previously defeated!

In addition, we’ve added a brand-new costume for the Demon King “Damon” and implemented several quality-of-life improvements. We hope you continue to enjoy your adventures in DAMON and BABY with these latest updates!

Main Improvements & Patch Notes

Safe Zones: Enemies can no longer invade bases.
Cooking Convenience: Cooking recipes can now be viewed directly from your inventory and shops.
Quick Restart: Added an option to restart from your most recent save file upon a Game Over.
Streamlined Cooking: The menu will no longer automatically close after cooking, allowing you to prepare multiple dishes consecutively.
Weapon Availability: Once a weapon has been acquired, it will now be available for purchase at the Weapon Shop.
Lost Item Recovery: Lost Charms can now be repurchased from Kokopelli.
Easy Loading: Added the ability to load save data directly from the “Other” tab in the inventory.
Fluid Combat: Players can now perform interaction actions while aiming a gun.
Hint Optimization: Adjusted the text and hints displayed on signboards.
Controls: Added thumbstick adjustment settings to the Options menu.
Visual Enhancements: The appearance of the Demon King’s Handgun Coin Ammo now changes based on its element.
Navigation: Added sub-quest icons to the map.

Additional notes: none
Source: Arc System Works

DAMON and BABY – Ver. 1.0.5

Release date: April 16th/17th 2026
Patch notes:

■ Gameplay & Usability Improvements
・Added Map Auto-Tracking
The color of areas you have walked through will change, making it easy to distinguish between explored and unexplored areas at a glance.

■ Miscellaneous bugs have been fixed.

Additional notes: none
Source: Arc System Works

DAMON and BABY – Ver. 1.0.4

Release date: April 7th/8th 2026
Patch notes:

[Gameplay & Usability Improvements]
■ Changes to Auto-save
We have removed the auto-save that triggered when “sitting on a chair” at the base.
Instead, we have introduced new Auto-Save Symbols. The game will now automatically save when you approach these symbols.

■ Added Boss Battle Retry
If you are defeated in a boss battle, you can now retry from right before the battle starts.
*Please note that auto-save does not trigger upon retrying.

■ Improved Dropped Item Collection
Certain dropped items will now be drawn to Damon, allowing for smoother collection.

■ Auto-Conversion for Coin Ammo
When you acquire MG, SG, or RPG coin ammo that exceeds your inventory limit, it will now automatically be converted into money.

■ Expanded Shop Features
You can now sell items directly from the “Portal Chest” while at the shop.

■ Improved Action Responsiveness
We have improved the responsiveness when switching or stowing weapons.

■ Map Display Adjustments
The map display area for Boulder City has been adjusted to make it easier to read.

Additional notes: none
Source: Arc System Works

How to download updates for DAMON and BABY on Nintendo Switch?

To download the updates for DAMON and BABY, you have three options:

let the console do its thing if you have automatic downloads activated, and didn’t completely turn it off

If not…

try to launch the game from the Home Menu while being connected to the internet. You should get a prompt when doing so: simply follow the instructions on screen;

select the game > press either + or – to go to the Options page > select Software update > select Via the Internet.

To check that you have the latest version installed, simply select the game on the Home Menu, and press – or + to go to the Options: the version number is displayed just below the game title.