Download the latest version of Yuzu from the official website and follow the installation instructions.
If you want to unlock all characters instantly, you can use Yuzu's built-in cheat feature:
DLC characters (Piranha Plant, Joker, etc.) are missing. Fix: You must install the DLC .nsp files. Right-click the game → Properties → Add-Ons → Add your DLC files. You cannot unlock DLC characters via gameplay; they require the DLC files.
to speed up the natural unlocking process to under two hours 1. Instant Unlock (Save Editor Method) Using a tool like Ultimate Smasher
| Method | How to Unlock | |--------|----------------| | VS matches | Play ~10 min / 1 match → new challenger appears | | Classic Mode | Complete with any character → unlocks another | | World of Light | Unlock as you progress through the mode | | Adventure Mode | Defeat certain spirits to unlock fighters |
New Challenger fights sometimes trigger custom stages or effects that may cause shaders to cache. If the game stutters, ensure you have Vulkan enabled in your Yuzu graphics settings for smoother compilation.