Nintendo Switch Online

The Nintendo Switch Online app enhances the online gameplay experience on the Nintendo Switch system. It offers game-specific services for titles like Splatoon 3, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Users can view their online friends and send friend requests through the app. Voice chat is also available during online play, with the option to sync chat with the game status and communicate with team members in team battles. Some online features require a Nintendo Switch Online membership and compatible software. The app requires a compatible smartphone and persistent internet connection. Data charges may apply, and the availability of Nintendo Switch Online varies by country.

The Nintendo Switch Online app has the following advantages:

- Game-specific services: The app provides specific services for games like Splatoon - Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Users can check their friends' online status, view battle results, access stage schedules, send custom designs, and more.

- View online friends: Users can see which friends are online and what games they are playing. They can also send friend requests directly from the app.

- Voice chat during online play: The app allows users to join voice chat while playing supported games online. The chat status is synced with the game, and users can choose to chat with only their team members in team-based games like Splatoon -

- Nintendo Account age requirement: Some online features, including voice chat and social networking services, require a Nintendo Account for users aged 13 and above.

- Membership requirement: Certain features of the app require a Nintendo Switch Online membership, which is sold separately.

- Compatibility and data usage: The app requires a compatible smartphone, persistent internet connection, and may incur data charges. It may also include advertising.