In earlier builds, entering the Krypt took upwards of 45 seconds. Worse, trying to open a chest or use a Krypt key often resulted in a "Software closed due to an error" message. The 1017 Hot update reduces load times by approximately 60% and virtually eliminates Krypt-related crashes.
For Nintendo Switch owners, keeping Aftermath updated is critical because later patches fix performance issues, add balance tweaks, and unlock compatibility with subsequent DLC packs like Kombat Pack 2 .
The Aftermath expansion didn't just add characters; it rewrote the ending of the MK11 saga. Players take control of Fire God Liu Kang as he attempts to forge a new history, only to be interrupted by the soul-stealing sorcerer Shang Tsung. This update ensures that the complex branching cinematics and high-fidelity textures associated with this expansion run as smoothly as possible on the Switch's portable hardware.