If you are currently running an older version of Pokémon Sword , updating to 1.3.2 is highly recommended. It provides the "definitive" stability needed to enjoy the base game and prepares the software for the expansion pass content without technical hiccups.
Released in early 2021, Update 1.3.2 was part of Nintendo’s post-launch support for the Generation 8 games. While it didn’t introduce massive new landmasses (those were reserved for the Expansion Pass), it served a critical role in the game’s ecosystem. Key Changes in 1.3.2: Pokemon Sword -NSP--Update 1.3.2-.rar
Version 1.3.2 is fully compatible with the Expansion Pass content. If you are currently running an older version