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Nintendo Updates Switch Online App: New Features Revealed

Author : Ava Update:Jun 22,2025

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With just days left until the official launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5, Nintendo has rolled out a major update to its companion mobile application, now rebranded as the Nintendo Switch App.

This rebranding marks a shift in identity, especially since the name “Nintendo Switch Online” was previously tied to Nintendo’s subscription service. That service continues to offer robust online multiplayer features, allowing players to team up or compete with friends, along with access to a rich library of retro titles spanning four decades—from the NES and SNES, to the Game Boy, Nintendo 64, and soon, thanks to the new console’s release, even the GameCube era.

The latest 3.0.1 app update not only removes “Online” from the title but also debuts a cleaner, more intuitive interface. The app now fully supports Nintendo Switch 2 consoles and introduces improved social features like GameChat invitations. You can manage your friends list directly through the app and opt-in to receive notifications when your friends go online.

PlayOne standout enhancement is the improved media management system—now you can upload screenshots and video clips directly to the app from your console’s album.

Below are the full patch notes as shared via the App Store:

Nintendo Switch App – Update Version 3.0.1 Patch Notes


  • The app has been updated
  • The app name has changed from Nintendo Switch Online to Nintendo Switch App
  • The overall design has been refreshed for better usability
  • Support for Nintendo Switch 2 consoles has been added
  • Screenshots and videos saved in your console’s album can now be uploaded directly to the app
  • Support for receiving GameChat invitations has been implemented
  • Enhanced friend management features are now available
  • You can now add friends using the app
  • Notification options allow you to be alerted when a friend comes online
  • Various bug fixes and minor improvements have been included

The upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, which will support mouse controls among other enhancements, is scheduled to launch globally on June 5. For more details, check out our full guide on every game confirmed for a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, and see our curated list of original Nintendo Switch games thought to have compatibility issues on the new console.

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