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Nintendo Switch Online Service lets the console owners enjoy online multiplayer gaming as well as a dedicated smartphone app that connects to the Nintendo Switch system and helps connect with friends for co-op and competitive games online.

Problems in the last 24 hours

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Most Reported Problems

The following are the most recent problems reported by Nintendo Switch Online users through our website.

  • 43% Online Play (43%)
  • 43% Glitches (43%)
  • 14% Matchmaking (14%)

Live Outage Map

The most recent Nintendo Switch Online outage reports came from the following cities:

CityProblem TypeReport Time
Voiron Online Play 10 days ago
Orange Online Play 13 days ago
Meillonnas Glitches 28 days ago
Münster Glitches 1 month ago
Chicago Matchmaking 2 months ago
Lyon Glitches 3 months ago
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Nintendo Switch Online Issues Reports

Latest outage, problems and issue reports in social media:

  • KamenGamerRetro
    Kamen Gamer Retro (@KamenGamerRetro) reported

    @Pirat_Nation people just going to ignore the poor frame rate in the trailer? Game Freak is still part of the problem here, its also not just Nintendo. I feel people dont get what cycle Pokemon as a whole has put itself in.

  • Smurfgotbeat
    Jordan Green (@Smurfgotbeat) reported

    I had an idea it was a possibility but let's be honest.. the newest Nintendo system is gonna be in-demand. Wish I pre-ordered but nevermind, on the plus side an OLED has had a decent price drop so if I wanted to invest in one in the future for my little one it's not going to be a stock issue.

  • Nerduoso
    Nerdalorian (@Nerduoso) reported

    @IsaiahA40149433 Dude,the problem IS that it’s $80 dollars, & Nintendo rarely if ever puts its’ games on sale & at a reasonable price. You should fight for lower prices. Raising prices does not having anything to with tariffs, inflation, CoD, they’ve wanted to do this a long time. It’s PR excuse.

  • ABitofEpicness
    Epicness (@ABitofEpicness) reported

    Okay, im genuinely getting pissed off @NintendoAmerica Pikmin 3 Deluxe is broken on your system. Its not even just crashes its literal visual bugs that are borderline seizure inducing Care to explain how a glorified Wii U game ran better on the Switch than its successor ?????

  • Maroxad
    Maroxad Ⓥ🚲😷 (@Maroxad) reported

    @nightopiaz @lightskinpalace Granted, you could make a case about how it should be sold at a loss. But this has been an issue with Nintendo forever, and not exactly a Switch 2 issue, as much as a Nintendo issue.

  • FitaEta
    eta fita (@FitaEta) reported

    @aszeroth @Nintendo i really don’t see the issue. even at a transphobic standpoint men have always dressed as women in performances and plays. This is no different in my eyes. So most peoples points crumble really easily

  • grok
    Grok (@grok) reported

    I can't say for sure why the image request was denied, as I don't have access to the specific reasoning. Likely, it's due to legal safeguards: Donkey Kong is Nintendo's copyrighted character, and using Chris Hansen's likeness could violate his privacy or publicity rights. xAI's policies prohibit content that risks intellectual property or privacy issues. The alcohol aspect might play a role, but it seems secondary. Without clearer details, both elements probably triggered the refusal to stay compliant with legal and ethical standards.

  • BlairPendragon
    Blair Pendragon (@BlairPendragon) reported

    @Grummz imo its not even the price, but just bad customer service/quality lately. i miss old nintendo. im passing for now.

  • grok
    Grok (@grok) reported

    The idea of protective covers for the Nintendo Switch 2's debossed areas when Joy-Con 2 are detached is creative, akin to Nintendo 64 cartridge covers. They could shield against dust and offer customization. However, no widespread dust issues are reported with the Switch 2's magnetic Joy-Con system. Existing cases already provide comprehensive protection, likely reducing demand for niche covers. While appealing to collectors, the market seems limited without clear evidence of need. Current accessories may suffice for most users.

  • DiailyDarudas
    Diaily (@DiailyDarudas) reported

    @pory_leeks So the big ******* problem with pokemon games are with Nintendo making gamefreak push out shovelware games.

  • NinjaKittyLife
    The Ninja Kitty (@NinjaKittyLife) reported

    @NintendoAmerica @NintendoCanada Is it normal for a Switch 2 to constantly have ' Software Was Closed Because An Error Occurred ' when loading games even after rebooting and redownloading the games?

  • ConnorOhOne
    ConnorOhOne (@ConnorOhOne) reported

    @Alfredo_Toons @makio_jroses I understand the difference, GameFreak codes while Nintendo publishes, not even accounting for Creatures Inc’s third of the ownership. The problem is that on average there’s a new set of pokemon mainline games every 3 years, not accounting everything else like sidegames & (1/2)

  • johnditty321
    ChiefBee (@johnditty321) reported

    @GameSpot Will cost $89.99 to sign in to your account through the Nintendo server

  • lostfrog1357
    Stephen (@lostfrog1357) reported

    @SteelSupport My Arctis Nova 7P doesn't show up as a sound output device on my Nintendo Switch 2. The system sees the headset as a USB microphone, though. I can't find anything about this issue. Are there plans to resolve it with a firmware update?

  • SonicXatles
    SonicXatles MustardSexual💋 ARC (@SonicXatles) reported

    @Xtremeisthebest @Pirat_Nation Nintendo is doing the LEAST. thats the problem. Nintendo runs pokemon btw, they have some say in how it works & the funding for it. if the game is *** we can blame the runners of the pokemon series but its also owned by Nintendo who oversees it, some fault is on them

  • how_togaming
    How-to Gaming (@how_togaming) reported

    @AnAverageGamerX I don’t think he’s a Nintendo glazer like so many people act like he is but I kinda wish he would leave the haters alone, I think that’s his issue. He’s brining a lot of attention to a controversial topic. But I do hope those numbers check out so he isn’t hammered anymore.

  • how_togaming
    How-to Gaming (@how_togaming) reported

    @Allkiller87 @CJsDiarry @Dexerto So am I. Mario Kart World is so fun. This guy will just stay bored, it’s a personal problem at this point. He and all of the other haters protests on Switch 2 and Nintendo have failed, as reports are saying that 3 million Switch 2s were moved to consumers hands on launch day

  • zero_xof
    🌙 (@zero_xof) reported

    @AngryJoeShow Or, don't support it at all. Game pass being "cheaper" is by design. Nintendo created the problem, MS replicates the problem and is selling the solution.

  • wakazhi
    W△K△🎨🌄🎮💤 (@wakazhi) reported

    @RiloeGaming nah bring back back the Sega vs Nintendo energy from the 90s, I love it when game studios have beef. It's only a problem if the ones throwing shade can't back it up.

  • dave_uva
    Dave UVA (@dave_uva) reported

    @Grummz I don't think $80 Nintendo games are the biggest problem. Remember how much N64 games cost? The problem to me is that Nintendo never discounts their games. Older games never go down in price. That's so greedy and evil. I hate it.

  • grok
    Grok (@grok) reported

    Nintendo predicts 15 million Switch 2 units sold by March 2026, including the 3 million sold in the first 24 hours. This leaves about 12 million more units expected by then. For 2025 alone, analysts estimate 13-14.7 million units, suggesting 10-11.7 million additional sales this year. Strong demand and popular games like Mario Kart World support these numbers, but higher prices ($449.99) and potential U.S. tariffs could slow sales. Supply issues may also persist until January 2026. Forecasts vary, and actual sales depend on market conditions.

  • Amor_Lasciviae
    In Vino Veritas (@Amor_Lasciviae) reported

    As someone that owns multiple enthusiast level PCs, you can't overcome the hardware gap in a compact system. My issue is that Nintendo didn't make up for it anywhere else. They didn't integrate an onboard SD card for more storage on top of the slot. Increased prices though.

  • bjmartin1234
    Ben Martin (@bjmartin1234) reported

    @Garfytwit @NintendoUK Did you have a problem connecting it to the internet wired - we can connect using WiFi but wired doesn’t seem to want to work

  • easynow1337
    easynow (@easynow1337) reported

    How @NoMansSky released cross save with Nintendo switch 2, have it be absolutely broken and unable to play cross save, after people paid for the product for a second time. To not even acknowledge it is diabolical behaviour.

  • KyleJamesOlson
    Kyle James Olson (@KyleJamesOlson) reported

    @badlydrawnwott @FerrisWheelPro Fix me, because I was the biggest Nintendo fan until around 2019. I bought switch 1 day one. I came home disappointed playing 3 player Mario kart. On my 4k tv it looked so bad. Then the N64 online came out and was worse than emulators on my PC. I was done with the crap.

  • Mordexai0
    ً (@Mordexai0) reported

    @Texalogic @MightyKeef The problem is you still need the Playstation connected (& I think on or running?) & you need a GOOD internet connection or it sucks ***. Also the difference between Sony & Nintendo is the Switch IS the console itself. You can't just buy a Portal without a PS5, like a Wii U.

  • Impreza_Star
    Impreza_939 (@Impreza_Star) reported

    @Xamoel @sonic_hedgehog If it happens, I hope Crash and Spyro come out on other platforms, and what about PlayStation and Nintendo characters?

  • LlennoxYt
    Llennox (@LlennoxYt) reported

    @unleash_yt At that point I think it’s just an issue with Nintendo and not the game itself btw

  • Itstommytime1
    GregToms (@Itstommytime1) reported

    @panik1881 More *Microsoft* platforms LMAO That's the problem LMAO Thr agreement exists. They promised nintendo players

  • DeadMisfit69
    😶‍🌫️ (@DeadMisfit69) reported

    @Pirat_Nation Nintendo has actual QC and their consoles doesn’t come broken out of the box.