Nintendo Switch App 3.0.2

The Nintendo Switch App provides a supplementary platform to enhance online gameplay for Nintendo Switch™ systems, including the Nintendo Switch 2. It allows users to access friends' online status and game-specific services for compatible titles even when not actively playing. Additionally, the app facilitates viewing and sharing of screenshots and videos uploaded from the console.

◆ Monitoring Friends’ Online Activity

Users can check whether friends are currently online and see what titles they are engaging with. The app also offers notifications when friends come online, enabling timely interactions.

◆ Adding Friends Remotely

The application supports adding friends via friend codes or QR codes without the need to access the console directly, providing convenience in managing connections.

◆ Managing Media Content

Players can upload screenshots and videos from the console’s Album to the app. From there, they can view, save, or share these media files with others.

◆ Accessing Game-Specific Services

The app grants entry to various in-game functionalities designed to enrich the online experience. These services include providing strategic guidance, sharing in-game resources through QR codes, and more. Currently supported titles include:

• The Legend of Zelda™: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition and The Legend of Zelda™: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
  • Voice guidance to assist in exploring unvisited locations
  • Sharing schematics and items via QR codes
  • Additional features...
• Splatoon™ 3
  • Viewing friends’ online status
  • Tracking battle and Salmon Run statistics
  • Checking upcoming stage schedules
  • Additional features...
• Animal Crossing™: New Horizons
  • Sending custom designs from Nintendo 3DS™ titles to New Horizons
  • Messaging friends within the game through the smartphone interface
  • Monitoring online status of Best Friends
  • Additional features...
• Super Smash Bros.™ Ultimate
  • Viewing shared images and videos
  • Queuing user-created stages for download and play
  • Receiving notifications about upcoming events
  • Additional features...
• Splatoon™ 2
  • Checking leaderboards and map schedules
  • Reviewing battle and Salmon Run statistics
  • Additional features...

Important considerations include:

• A Nintendo Account aged 13 or older is required for certain online functions, including voice chat.
• An active Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) is necessary for some features.
• A Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch 2 console, compatible software, and a supported smartphone are required.
• An ongoing internet connection is essential; data charges may apply.
• The service may contain advertising.

For further information regarding GameChat functionality, please visit support.nintendo.com. Please note that Nintendo Switch Online availability varies by region and terms apply; additional details can be found at nintendo.com/purchase-terms.