The Nintendo Switch has been available for many years now, has two variants, and a third is on the way, yet it still falls short in the home media sector. Surprisingly, the Switch lacks the most popular streaming service: Netflix. Despite having applications like Hulu, Funimation, and YouTube on eShop, Nintendo has never commented on the absence. With Netflix no longer available on the Wii U and 3DS, Netflix is no longer supported on any Nintendo console—at least not officially. A solution is available if you’re determined to watch Netflix with your Nintendo Switch. Here are the steps to watching Netflix for Nintendo Switch.
What will you see here?
Is Netflix available on the Nintendo eShop?
Netflix, one of the world’s most popular streaming platforms, is infiltrated practically every technical nook and crevice. It’s accessible for download on many devices, including smart TVs and phones, to the most recent consoles. With such great demand, it appears that Netflix should be available on Switch. However, the Netflix software is currently unavailable on the Nintendo eShop. You may, however, utilize a workaround to obtain Netflix on your Switch.
Netflix was previously accessible in the eShop on earlier Nintendo platforms. The Wii had a Nintendo app until January 2019, after which it was discontinued. Netflix was formerly available on Wii U, New Nintendo 3DS/3DS XL, Nintendo 2DS, & New Nintendo 3DS/3DS XL portable platforms. Netflix isn’t longer available on any Nintendo platform.
How to Install Netflix on a Nintendo Switch?
You must open the hidden browser to access Netflix off your Nintendo Switch. To get there, follow these easy instructions.
- 1. On the Switch’s home screen, go to System Settings.
- 2. Choose Internet from the option on the left.
- 3. Scroll down to Internet Settings.
- 4. Locate the Wi-Fi connection you’re using and press A.
- 5. Change Settings should be selected.
- 6. Change the DNS settings from Automatic to Manual.
- 7. On the Primary DNS, press A to enter 045.055.142.122 and save it.
- 8. When it indicates the settings have been saved, click OK.
- 9. When the pop-up disappears, return to the previous menu and select Connect to This Network.
- 10. This will inform you that “Registration will be required to access this network,” choose Next.
- 11. The SwitchBru DNS screen will appear, and you can choose “GO” and continue to Google or enter a URL from the left-hand option.
- 12. Search for Netflix, click on the link, or put www.netflix.com into the enter URL window and click Continue.
- 13. This will take you to the main Netflix page, where you can log in or sign up to start streaming.
Another alternative to watching Netflix on Nintendo Switch?
The other way to obtain Netflix on your Nintendo Switch is to install Android on the console. This is not the recommended method since if you brick your system, Nintendo will not provide a repair or replacement. You must first ensure that your Nintendo Switch could be hacked. So before you perform this, remember hacking.
You will not be able to override the Switch’s operating system, so don’t be concerned that they won’t be able to utilize the device to play your favourite games. However, because you’re altering your system, you should do so at your own risk.
If you’re OK with the dangers and your Switch is hackable, you can follow the steps framed in this XDA Developers forum post. It’s anything but an incredibly complicated process, yet you truly do need to be a bit tech sharp to make it happen. You’ll require a high-speed microSD card with no less than 16GB of storage and a USB-C cable to connect from your Switch to your PC.
Which streaming services are available on Nintendo Switch?
You may use the Hulu app to watch movies and television shows on your Switch without compromising your system with the Netflix workaround. You may also use the YouTube app on Nintendo Switch to watch your favourite channels and other free stuff. If you enjoy anime, the Funimation & Pokémon TV apps on Nintendo Switch are available, with the latter allowing free access to previous seasons of Pokémon.
Conclusion
With applications like CrunchyRoll accessible on the Nintendo Switch, you’d think downloading Netflix would be simple. Unfortunately, the software is not yet accessible in the eShop. But everything is not lost! You’ll be streaming flawlessly if you use the Switch’s hidden browser!
