Published on: July 29, 2025
Nintendo Prepares for Network Maintenance on Switch and Switch 2, Affecting eShop Access
As July comes to a close, Nintendo has officially announced network maintenance for both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
According to a statement published on Nintendo’s Japanese support website, network services for both console generations will undergo scheduled downtime on July 31 from 3:00 p.m.
to 4:30 p.m.
Japan Standard Time.
The maintenance, described as necessary for the "acquisition of stage data," will temporarily disable access to online features, including the Nintendo eShop.
During this hour and a half window, players will be unable to utilize network-based services, underscoring the significance of the scheduled maintenance across current and next-generation hardware.
Nintendo has advised users in advance in order to minimize disruption and maintain transparency regarding service limitations.
Additionally, separate routine maintenance is planned for the My Nintendo Store in Japan.
The online store will be inaccessible for approximately one hour, from 11:00 a.m.
to 12:00 p.m.
JST on the same day.
Industry observers have linked this particular downtime to the official announcement of Nintendo Switch 2 lottery results, which are set for release later that day, providing clarity for users participating in the sought-after reservation process.
Although the timing of these maintenance periods has led some fans and analysts to anticipate potential new announcements via a Nintendo Direct presentation, Nintendo has not confirmed any such event at this time.
Industry commentators—including the well-known insider NatetheHate—have maintained their previous projections about possible Nintendo news but have issued no official updates or retractions.
These scheduled system updates underline Nintendo’s ongoing commitment to improving user experience and maintaining robust online infrastructure.
As always, users are encouraged to plan their gaming and eShop activities around the announced maintenance windows.
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