

More nuanced levels of interaction will be available between friends, including chatting and scheduling play appointments - it’s a big improvement over the awkwardness of juggling “friend codes” like in past Nintendo systems. Once the Switch launches on March 3, 2017, you’ll instantly get access to features like online multiplayer gaming - including both co-op and multiplayer experiences - along with the Nintendo eShop, a parental controls app, the option to share screenshots to social media, and the ability to register and manage friends.


Nintendo has always approached online services in its own, unique way, and it looks like things aren’t going to change with the Nintendo Switch, according to details from Friday’s event in Japan.
