Twitch App to Be Delisted From Nintendo Switch eShop in January 2024
Twitch has announced that it will discontinue its app on Nintendo Switch, officially removing it from the Nintendo eShop on January 31, 2024.
This development was confirmed in a direct communication sent to users earlier today, marking an end to the partnership that brought Twitch streaming capabilities to Nintendo’s hybrid console.
The gaming community, including content creators and regular viewers, will need to seek alternative ways to enjoy Twitch’s diverse range of live streams on the Nintendo Switch platform. The Twitch app first made its debut on the Nintendo Switch in November 2021, opening new doors for portable access to the internet's leading game streaming service.
Beyond allowing users to watch live gameplay, the app supported a wide array of content categories.
Fans could tune in to IRL streams, esports tournaments, talk shows, and even live sports—including basketball, baseball, soccer, and more—by simply accessing their favorite channels through the Twitch app interface. Following the announcement, Twitch advised its Nintendo Switch users to continue experiencing Twitch content via the official website or by using the Twitch app available on other devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and PCs.
While Twitch has not given a specific reason for discontinuing the Switch version, this move brings the Nintendo Switch’s app ecosystem into sharper focus. Despite the impending removal of Twitch, several media apps continue to thrive on the platform.
As of this writing, apps such as YouTube, Hulu, Crunchyroll, Funimation, and Pokémon TV remain available for installation from the Nintendo eShop.
These continue to serve millions of users seeking varied entertainment options alongside the robust library of Nintendo Switch games. The removal of the Twitch app comes just over two years since its initial release for the Switch.
Since then, the Nintendo Switch has seen significant growth as both a gaming and media hub, selling more than 125 million units worldwide as of December 2023.
Nintendo regularly evaluates its partnerships to ensure the best user experience on the eShop and hardware platforms, contributing to the dynamic landscape of supported applications. For fans who want to enjoy Twitch’s extensive live content library on the Switch, using the console’s built-in web browser may still offer limited access until the official app is pulled.
Meanwhile, content consumption trends in the gaming community continue to evolve, with users often shifting between multiple screens and devices to stay connected to their favorite live streamers, esports events, and interactive broadcasts. The removal of the Twitch app from the Nintendo eShop is a reminder of the fast-paced changes within the gaming industry’s digital ecosystem.
Gamers can continue accessing their favorite streaming services across other available platforms while awaiting new developments in Nintendo Switch’s media app offerings.
This development was confirmed in a direct communication sent to users earlier today, marking an end to the partnership that brought Twitch streaming capabilities to Nintendo’s hybrid console.
The gaming community, including content creators and regular viewers, will need to seek alternative ways to enjoy Twitch’s diverse range of live streams on the Nintendo Switch platform. The Twitch app first made its debut on the Nintendo Switch in November 2021, opening new doors for portable access to the internet's leading game streaming service.
Beyond allowing users to watch live gameplay, the app supported a wide array of content categories.
Fans could tune in to IRL streams, esports tournaments, talk shows, and even live sports—including basketball, baseball, soccer, and more—by simply accessing their favorite channels through the Twitch app interface. Following the announcement, Twitch advised its Nintendo Switch users to continue experiencing Twitch content via the official website or by using the Twitch app available on other devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and PCs.
While Twitch has not given a specific reason for discontinuing the Switch version, this move brings the Nintendo Switch’s app ecosystem into sharper focus. Despite the impending removal of Twitch, several media apps continue to thrive on the platform.
As of this writing, apps such as YouTube, Hulu, Crunchyroll, Funimation, and Pokémon TV remain available for installation from the Nintendo eShop.
These continue to serve millions of users seeking varied entertainment options alongside the robust library of Nintendo Switch games. The removal of the Twitch app comes just over two years since its initial release for the Switch.
Since then, the Nintendo Switch has seen significant growth as both a gaming and media hub, selling more than 125 million units worldwide as of December 2023.
Nintendo regularly evaluates its partnerships to ensure the best user experience on the eShop and hardware platforms, contributing to the dynamic landscape of supported applications. For fans who want to enjoy Twitch’s extensive live content library on the Switch, using the console’s built-in web browser may still offer limited access until the official app is pulled.
Meanwhile, content consumption trends in the gaming community continue to evolve, with users often shifting between multiple screens and devices to stay connected to their favorite live streamers, esports events, and interactive broadcasts. The removal of the Twitch app from the Nintendo eShop is a reminder of the fast-paced changes within the gaming industry’s digital ecosystem.
Gamers can continue accessing their favorite streaming services across other available platforms while awaiting new developments in Nintendo Switch’s media app offerings.
