Today Nintendo revealed price and additional details for the paid online service for the Nintendo Switch. The service will be called Nintendo Switch Online, and will allow players to play Switch games online. By paying for a subscription players will be able to access a special Classic Game Selection, which allows players to play classic games like Mario Bros. 3 online. By opting for a payed subscription to Nintendo Switch Online players will also have access to exclusive Nintendo eShop deals. People who opt-in for Nintendo Switch Online will also be able to utilize a special Nintendo Switch mobile app. The dedicated app for the Switch will make its way to both iOS and Android devices, and will launch this summer (2017). See the price breakdown below for Nintendo Switch Online, along with some of the features supported by the dedicated mobile app. Currently online services are free for the remainder of 2017, with the Nintendo Switch Online service starting up in 2018.
Nintendo Switch Online Price Breakdown
- 1-month membership: $3.99
- 3-month membership: $7.99
- 12-month membership: $19.99
Features of the Dedicated Mobile App for Nintendo Switch
- Allows Players to Chat
- Set Play Appointments
- Invite Friends to Play
