Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 was one of my most anticipated games of 2019.
Fans of Marvel, Marvel movies, action games, and more will enjoy this multiplayer action game featuring many of Marvel’s most well-known characters.
If you are excited to play Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 but you do not know how to download the spectacular title, you came to the right place!
To download Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 on Nintendo Switch, click on the Nintendo eShop App icon located at the bottom of the Nintendo Switch home screen. You’ll be taken to the Nintendo Switch eShop. Type “Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3” in the search box to be taken to the game’s store page, and then click on the “Proceed to Purchase” button to download the game.
If you want a more detailed, step-by-step guide to downloading Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 on Nintendo Switch, read on, fellow Marvel fan!
Before we begin, I want to explain what Marvel Alliance Ultimate 3 is just in case you are not familiar with the series.
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►What is Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3?
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 (commonly called Ultimate Alliance or Ultimate Alliance 3 for short) is a fun single or multiplayer game for the Nintendo Switch console where you get to become one of Marvel’s many recognizable characters to fight the forces of evil alone or with a friend.
Ultimate Alliance 3 is third person which means you will be able to see your character on-screen while you play.
The game is a medium to fast paced action game that requires multiple button presses to perform attacks, combos, and special moves.
The game will play in TV mode, Tabletop mode, and Handheld mode on the original Nintendo Switch and it will also play on the Nintendo Switch Lite handheld console.
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 Details:
(the following information comes straight from the Nintendo eShop Application)
- FILE SIZE: Approximately 14GB of storage space required for download
- PLAYERS: 1-4 players can play this game on a single Switch or Online
- CLOUD SAVE: Save Data Cloud Backup is supported for this title
- RATING: It is a T (Teen) rated action role playing game
- SUPPORTED LANGUAGES: Over 6 languages are supported
- ADD ON CONTENT: Extra content can be downloaded separately at an additional cost
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 is the perfect game to play alone and with friends.
►Do you have to play previous entries of the series?
No.
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 is an entirely new, stand-alone entry that does not require knowledge of the previous two entries to play or understand.
Additionally, part 3 is set in a different universe than the previous entries in the series.
You can rest easy playing part 3 for the first time.
Then why is this game called part 3? The Ultimate Alliance franchise was widely popular throughout the early and mid 2000s and both Marvel and Nintendo wanted to bring the franchise back. Ultimate Alliance 3 shares gameplay and core components from the original entries.
►Do you have to buy Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3’s DLC (extra content)?
No.
The extra content available alongside Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 on the Nintendo Switch eShop is not required to play the game, but it will add additional content such as characters and more that will expand the gameplay possibilities of the core game.
►Is internet required to play Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3?
No.
The internet is not required to play Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3.
Internet is required to download the game from the Nintendo Switch eShop. And internet is also required to play the game online with your friends.
If you are going to be playing Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3’s online multiplayer mode, I recommend investing in a USB Ethernet (Internet) Wired connection adapter while playing in TV Mode while the Nintendo Switch is docked.
This is the adapter I purchased from Amazon and have been using for more than two years, flawlessly.
It is a durable device that I take with me wherever I go thanks to its travel friendly size. I cannot recommend this USB Ethernet adapter enough if you are serious about downloading or playing Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 online.
The USB Ethernet adapter connects to a USB port on the Nintendo Switch Dock thus allowing you to connect a wired internet cord directly to your Dock.
This will allow your Nintendo Switch to have a more stable internet connection compared to a wireless connection.
Your Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 download and gameplay experience should be much smoother overall.
►Does Marvel Ultimate Alliance require the paid Nintendo Switch Online Membership to play?
Yes.
You will need a paid subscription to Nintendo Switch Online in order to play Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 online.
►How to Download Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 on Nintendo Switch:
- Turn on your Nintendo Switch. Make sure it has enough battery power by either charging it beforehand or by keeping it connected to a power outlet via the system’s AC Adapter.
- Navigate to the Nintendo Switch Home Screen. The Home Screen is the first screen you will see if you are turning on your system from a complete shutdown state. If you are in a game that was suspended and put into sleep mode, save and exit the game then return to the Nintendo Switch Home Screen by pressing the Home button on your right Joy-Con controller.
- Turn on your wi-fi (turn off Airplane mode). Highlight the cog wheel icon at the bottom of the screen. It is the fifth icon from the left. This is the System Settings App. Press the A button to be taken to the System Settings. Click on Airplane Mode and make sure it is off.
- Return to the Home Screen by pressing the Home button.
- On the Nintendo Switch Home Screen, navigate to the bottom of the screen and highlight the yellow shopping bag item. This is the Nintendo eShop App.
- Press the A button to be taken to the Nintendo eShop store. A Nintendo Account is required to access the Nintendo eShop. Don’t worry. A Nintendo Account is free to create and can be done in minutes. Create an account by visiting the official Nintendo site at this link then come back here to finish reading this tutorial.
Downloading Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3:
- Navigate to the Search option at the top left of the screen. Press the A button to be taken to the search box then press the A button once more to make an on-screen keyboard appear.
- Type the words “Marvel Ultimate Alliance” or “Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3” into the search box (type it without the quotation marks). Press the + button to enter the search.
- After a moment, Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 should appear on the right side of the screen. Navigate to the game by pressing right on your preferred directional input method.
- Once Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 is highlighted, press the A button and you will be taken to the game’s Nintendo eShop page.
- Scroll down the software page to view Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3‘s game details which include the various languages the game supports, the number of supported players, and so on.
- Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 on Nintendo Switch requires approximately 14GB of storage space to download. Make sure you have enough available space on your system memory or microSD card before starting the download.
- Once you are ready to download Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3, click on “Proceed to Purchase” on the right side of the screen and follow the on-screen prompts.
- You will be prompted to enter a payment solution. You can pay with a credit or debit card along with a connected PayPal account. You can also reduce the amount required by using accumulated Gold Coins. Pick a payment option that works for you and proceed.
- Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 will begin downloading once you have completed payment. Return to the Nintendo Switch Home Screen by following the on-screen prompts or by pressing the Home button on your right Joy-Con controller.
- The Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 icon will appear on your Nintendo Switch Home Screen.
- Once the game is finished downloading, you will be able to play Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 wherever you are.
- Enjoy heroic superhero action alone or with friends until your heart is content!
►Do you need more Nintendo Switch storage to download Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3?
Downloading Nintendo Switch games requires serious storage space.
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 will take up 14GB (and counting) space just by itself. Geez!
And if you have been downloading games since you got your Nintendo Switch, you might be in the same place I was: I wanted more games but I needed more storage. The internal memory wasn’t enough anymore. What to do, what to do?!?
Upgrade, of course.
I originally started with a 128GB microSD card. This little thing lasted me for a solid year or so and I can’t say enough good things about it.
Check it out if you want a modest size increase.
If you are looking for a huge increase in size, however, check out this 400GB microSD card.
I bought this to replace my 128GB microSD card and have not looked back since.
The 400GB microSD card is more than enough room and I have over 150 games downloaded to my Nintendo Switch at once with nearly 200GB free (you mileage may vary but you will be able to store a lot of games).
Visit this link if you are interested in the 128GB microSD capacity.
Or, visit this link if you need the beefiest of storage space and decide to go with a 400GB microSD.
I can vouch for both and I have not had a problem with either.
Happy downloading!
►Conclusion: Enjoy Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 for Nintendo Switch!
Congratulations!
You know how to download Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 for Nintendo Switch.
You can now play one of Nintendo Switch’s best 2019 releases with anyone you like, anywhere you like no matter what Nintendo Switch family console you own.
Enjoy the the game, friend.
By Wally
(Screenshots taken by me. Images sourced from product pages on the Nintendo website. Logos, characters, and images are owned by their respective owners)
