The Nintendo Switch continues to evolve as a multimedia platform, now offering even greater entertainment options for users in Japan.
Hulu, a prominent American subscription streaming service, is officially available for download on the Japanese Nintendo Switch eShop.
This expansion follows years of requests from Switch owners seeking more diverse streaming solutions on Nintendo's innovative hybrid console. This milestone marks a significant step for both Nintendo and Hulu, reflecting ongoing demand for major streaming apps on gaming hardware.
First launched for North American users in November 2017, Hulu has since provided Switch owners in that region with access to its vast library of movies, TV shows, and exclusive content.
Now, users in Japan can enjoy the same convenience, accessing thousands of titles through their Nintendo Switch consoles. According to the official announcement shared by Nintendo Japan across social media platforms, the Hulu app is available as a free download from the Japanese eShop starting today.
With this launch, Japanese Switch owners can connect their accounts or sign up for new subscriptions directly through the console. As a brief overview, Hulu is renowned for giving viewers access to one of the largest streaming libraries, featuring current and past TV series, movies, and Hulu Originals.
Subscribers can also opt for Hulu + LIVE TV, which includes live broadcasts from over 60 top channels such as ESPN, FOX, ABC, FX, CNN, and more.
The platform offers a personalized experience tailored to different viewing preferences, with plans ranging from ad-supported streaming to commercial-free and live television options. While Hulu’s Switch functionality is now available across Japan and North America, no announcements have been made regarding launches in other regions.
As always, Nintendo and Hulu remain committed to improving their platforms, with this recent release underscoring the demand for robust third-party apps on Nintendo Switch hardware. This development not only broadens the entertainment landscape for Switch users but also demonstrates Nintendo's openness to cross-platform services that extend the console’s capabilities beyond gaming.
As the Switch user base in Japan continues to grow, the addition of Hulu is likely to enhance the console's appeal as a comprehensive entertainment device, complementing the diverse library of games and applications already available through the eShop. For those in Japan eager to expand their on-console streaming options, the Hulu app is now available to download directly from the Nintendo Switch eShop.
Hulu, a prominent American subscription streaming service, is officially available for download on the Japanese Nintendo Switch eShop.
This expansion follows years of requests from Switch owners seeking more diverse streaming solutions on Nintendo's innovative hybrid console. This milestone marks a significant step for both Nintendo and Hulu, reflecting ongoing demand for major streaming apps on gaming hardware.
First launched for North American users in November 2017, Hulu has since provided Switch owners in that region with access to its vast library of movies, TV shows, and exclusive content.
Now, users in Japan can enjoy the same convenience, accessing thousands of titles through their Nintendo Switch consoles. According to the official announcement shared by Nintendo Japan across social media platforms, the Hulu app is available as a free download from the Japanese eShop starting today.
With this launch, Japanese Switch owners can connect their accounts or sign up for new subscriptions directly through the console. As a brief overview, Hulu is renowned for giving viewers access to one of the largest streaming libraries, featuring current and past TV series, movies, and Hulu Originals.
Subscribers can also opt for Hulu + LIVE TV, which includes live broadcasts from over 60 top channels such as ESPN, FOX, ABC, FX, CNN, and more.
The platform offers a personalized experience tailored to different viewing preferences, with plans ranging from ad-supported streaming to commercial-free and live television options. While Hulu’s Switch functionality is now available across Japan and North America, no announcements have been made regarding launches in other regions.
As always, Nintendo and Hulu remain committed to improving their platforms, with this recent release underscoring the demand for robust third-party apps on Nintendo Switch hardware. This development not only broadens the entertainment landscape for Switch users but also demonstrates Nintendo's openness to cross-platform services that extend the console’s capabilities beyond gaming.
As the Switch user base in Japan continues to grow, the addition of Hulu is likely to enhance the console's appeal as a comprehensive entertainment device, complementing the diverse library of games and applications already available through the eShop. For those in Japan eager to expand their on-console streaming options, the Hulu app is now available to download directly from the Nintendo Switch eShop.
