Nintendo Switch Users to Lose Hulu App as Support Ends in February 2026
Since its launch, the Nintendo Switch has gained a reputation for its versatile gaming capabilities and modest multimedia offerings.
One of its most notable streaming apps, Hulu, has allowed users in the United States to consume television shows and movies from the hybrid console, expanding the Switch's value beyond gaming.
However, Nintendo and Disney have now confirmed a significant change for the future of streaming on the platform. According to a recent update on the official Nintendo of America support page, the Hulu app was removed from the Nintendo Switch eShop and will stop functioning entirely on Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, and Nintendo Switch – OLED Model as of February 5, 2026.
This decision aligns with Disney’s broader strategy to discontinue standalone Hulu applications, with Hulu’s library and content being integrated into the Disney+ platform. "Support for the Hulu app will end on February 5, 2026.
Users will not be able to use the service on Nintendo Switch devices beyond this date," states the Nintendo of America support notice.
The Hulu app's removal means current subscribers and users on the Switch will need to transition to other platforms to continue enjoying Hulu content. While this change was anticipated given Disney’s phased rollout of Hulu content into Disney+, one unresolved question remains: will Disney+ become available on the Nintendo Switch or its successor, commonly rumored as the Switch 2? To date, Disney+ has not launched on the Nintendo Switch family, and there is no official confirmation of its availability on future Nintendo consoles.
Furthermore, the Switch YouTube app, another key option for streaming video, is also currently unsupported on the Switch 2, according to the most recent platform updates. The discontinuation will notably impact users who rely on the Nintendo Switch’s portability for media consumption.
Since launching on the platform in November 2018, the Hulu app has been one of the few non-gaming apps retained on the system, with the majority of streaming services either unavailable or discontinued over the years. For now, Nintendo Switch owners should plan for alternative streaming methods beyond February 2026.
Those invested in the Hulu ecosystem can continue to access their accounts through smart TVs, PCs, smartphones, and other supported devices, as Disney continues its service consolidation under Disney+.
Switch players with questions are encouraged to visit the Nintendo of America Support Page for further details and updates regarding app compatibility and system support. As the streaming landscape evolves and Nintendo focuses on upcoming hardware and exclusive content, the future of third-party media apps on Nintendo consoles remains uncertain.
For all updates on Nintendo Switch apps, eShop news, and the ever-changing game industry, stay tuned to our coverage.
One of its most notable streaming apps, Hulu, has allowed users in the United States to consume television shows and movies from the hybrid console, expanding the Switch's value beyond gaming.
However, Nintendo and Disney have now confirmed a significant change for the future of streaming on the platform. According to a recent update on the official Nintendo of America support page, the Hulu app was removed from the Nintendo Switch eShop and will stop functioning entirely on Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, and Nintendo Switch – OLED Model as of February 5, 2026.
This decision aligns with Disney’s broader strategy to discontinue standalone Hulu applications, with Hulu’s library and content being integrated into the Disney+ platform. "Support for the Hulu app will end on February 5, 2026.
Users will not be able to use the service on Nintendo Switch devices beyond this date," states the Nintendo of America support notice.
The Hulu app's removal means current subscribers and users on the Switch will need to transition to other platforms to continue enjoying Hulu content. While this change was anticipated given Disney’s phased rollout of Hulu content into Disney+, one unresolved question remains: will Disney+ become available on the Nintendo Switch or its successor, commonly rumored as the Switch 2? To date, Disney+ has not launched on the Nintendo Switch family, and there is no official confirmation of its availability on future Nintendo consoles.
Furthermore, the Switch YouTube app, another key option for streaming video, is also currently unsupported on the Switch 2, according to the most recent platform updates. The discontinuation will notably impact users who rely on the Nintendo Switch’s portability for media consumption.
Since launching on the platform in November 2018, the Hulu app has been one of the few non-gaming apps retained on the system, with the majority of streaming services either unavailable or discontinued over the years. For now, Nintendo Switch owners should plan for alternative streaming methods beyond February 2026.
Those invested in the Hulu ecosystem can continue to access their accounts through smart TVs, PCs, smartphones, and other supported devices, as Disney continues its service consolidation under Disney+.
Switch players with questions are encouraged to visit the Nintendo of America Support Page for further details and updates regarding app compatibility and system support. As the streaming landscape evolves and Nintendo focuses on upcoming hardware and exclusive content, the future of third-party media apps on Nintendo consoles remains uncertain.
For all updates on Nintendo Switch apps, eShop news, and the ever-changing game industry, stay tuned to our coverage.
