Twitch to End Support for Nintendo Switch App in 2024
Twitch recently announced that it will be discontinuing support for the Nintendo Switch Twitch app on January 31, 2024. This news comes as a disappointment to many users who enjoyed watching livestream gaming videos, esports, and IRL broadcasts on their Switch consoles.
Starting from November 6, 2023, new users will no longer be able to download the Twitch app from the Nintendo Switch eShop. Existing users will also lose access to the app early next year. Twitch shared a statement expressing its appreciation for the support from the Switch community and streamers, despite the difficult decision to remove the app.
The Twitch App was originally launched on the Switch eShop in November 2021. However, it was not without its flaws. Users had complained about the lack of features, such as the inability to use or view chat while watching a stream. Additionally, streaming games from the Switch was also not possible through the app.
For those who haven’t tried the Twitch app on the Switch and are curious about its functionalities, there is still time to check it out before support is officially terminated. The Twitch website provides full instructions for downloading the app.
The decision to end support for the Twitch app on Nintendo Switch raises questions about the future of gaming and live streaming on the platform. Will there be an alternative app or new partnerships in the works? Only time will tell.
As Twitch bids farewell to its partnership with Nintendo, users are left wondering how this will impact their viewing experience and opportunities for community engagement. What are your thoughts on this decision? Share your opinion in the comments below.