Since Vanguard EX is now considered outdated and is entirely in Japanese, many players have moved on to newer titles that feature English support and updated card pools:
The standard method is to download the separate .nsp update file (Ver 1.0.2) and install it using a manager like Tinfoil . Cardfight Vanguard EX Switch NSP/XCI Update
While Cardfight!! Vanguard EX was released with an initial card pool covering the V-series up to September 19, 2019, it did receive a crucial stability patch. v1.0.2 . Since Vanguard EX is now considered outdated and
If you install an update and see a "cloud" icon or the game version doesn't change, ensure you haven't installed a conflicting region update or that your base game and update share the same Title ID. Looking for More Modern Vanguard? If you are using custom firmware (CFW) to
If you are using custom firmware (CFW) to manage your library, you have a few ways to ensure your base XCI or NSP file is fully updated.