Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch eShop Maintenance Scheduled for August 31, 2025

Nintendo has officially released its maintenance schedule for the week of August 31, 2025, signaling some upcoming changes for its digital platforms.

Known for its rigorous standards in both hardware and software reliability, Nintendo regularly schedules maintenance periods to ensure the continued security and performance of its online services.

The latest maintenance window will impact both the Nintendo Switch 2 and the original Nintendo Switch’s eShop services, particularly regarding credit card transactions and the creation of child Nintendo Accounts in the United States. According to the company, the affected maintenance period will take place on September 3, 2025.

This session is expected to temporarily restrict the use of credit cards on the Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch eShop platforms, including processes related to setting up U.S.-based child Nintendo Accounts.

The timeframe for this brief interruption is as follows: – 12:00 PM PT (September 3) to 12:40 PM PT (September 3) – 3:00 PM ET (September 3) to 3:40 PM ET (September 3) – 8:00 PM in the UK (September 3) to 8:40 PM in the UK (September 3) – 9:00 PM in Europe (September 3) to 9:40 PM in Europe (September 3) A representative from Nintendo emphasized the company’s ongoing commitment to ensuring the safety and reliability of all financial transactions conducted through its digital storefronts.

"To provide users with a stable shopping experience and to implement improvements to our payment systems, periodic maintenance is necessary," they shared.

"We thank our players for their patience and understanding during these routine updates." Nintendo Switch 2, the successor to the highly successful Nintendo Switch, continues to expand the company’s foothold in the global gaming market with improved hardware and enhanced eShop capabilities.

As part of its industry-leading approach, Nintendo frequently announces maintenance schedules in advance through official channels, allowing users and developers to plan around brief service interruptions. For those managing Nintendo Accounts for children in the United States or looking to complete credit card transactions during the maintenance window, it is recommended to plan purchases or account changes outside of these times to avoid disruptions.

Players can continue to monitor Nintendo’s official maintenance page for updates and further details on upcoming scheduled work. As Nintendo persists in refining its digital ecosystem and supporting its loyal player base, these brief eShop disruptions underscore the company’s dedication to security, user access, and high-quality gaming experiences across the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 platforms.

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