Nintendo announces details and pricing on Switch's online featuresNintendo Switch's paid subscription details and pricing for online features revealed!
Since the launch of the Switch, Nintendo has stated that it would be implementing a paid subscription for online features for the new console at some point in the future. Now we know more or less what that means for you and your wallet.
When is it launching?
Nintendo Switch's online subscription won't start until 2018, and up until it does, you can still enjoy online gameplay on your Switch for free!
Pricing
According to the Nintendo website, there will be three pricing options for the new online service.
$3.99 for 1 month
$7.99 for 3 months
$19.99 for 12 months
Services
That right, it's plural! Membership doesn't only give you access to online gameplay but a few different features that won't be accessible to non-members. Membership will give you access to the features as depicted in the image below.
Table above taken from the Nintendo Switch Online webpage.
Online Lobby and Voice Chat app...
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Nintendo announces details and pricing on Switch's online features
