The is a critical software patch released on February 6, 2018, designed to resolve severe gameplay glitches that were affecting competitive play and general stability . Weighing in at approximately 539 blocks (roughly 67MB), this update is mandatory for all players wishing to access online features, such as the Battle Spot, Global Trade System (GTS), and Online Competitions. Key Bug Fixes and Changes

The primary focus of the 1.2 patch was addressing game-breaking freezes and move malfunctions.