Twitch to Remove App From Nintendo Switch in January

While Tic is many gamers’ go-to source for streaming content, Nintendo Switch users won’t be able to use the app starting January 31, 2024. That’s according to a recent update from the Amazon-owned platform.

A “difficult decision”, according to a press release

If you go to the platform help page – especially the section relating to the Switch – you will be greeted by a notice at the top. The message confirms that those currently using the app on the Nintendo hybrid console will no longer have access to it at the end of January. In fact, on November 6, “new users will no longer be able to download the Twitch app from the Nintendo eShop.”

According to a statement from communications manager Gabriella Railasent sent to The edge, it was a “difficult decision to remove the Twitch app from the Nintendo Switch.” The report states that even though the app for the console was released in 2021, it was considered quite problematic, with issues such as not being able to see a streamer’s chat. It can’t be said at this point if this is part of the reason support on Switch is ending.

For now, you can still use the Twitch app on the Nintendo console.

The Switch definitely feels like it’s reaching the end of its lifecycle in general. With a patent for a mysterious detachable device surfacing lately, not to mention rumors about a possible Switch 2, Nintendo is almost certainly preparing to move to the next generation.