I don't particularly care for the apps since I got other devices that can do them better, but I hope they come down the road for those that want them. Just make them optional downloads, like Hulu, since I don't want to use storage space on apps I won't use and that may make the OS a bit bloated.
The original tweet about Netflix has since been deleted and replaced with another saying that it was incorrect and that they're still exploring the idea of bringing it to Switch, they just don't have any definitive plans yet.
It's just a matter of time I'd say. I'm not personally bothered about Netflix, I don't even watch TV shows anymore, haven't for years. My TV is used for gaming, watching football and election days, that's it. So Netflix is of no use to me, YouTube however I do like and when at home I would rather watch it on my Switch screen or through the TV than on my smaller phone screen.
Seems like Netflix has subscribed to the Capcom/EA school of "We will support it" one week, then not the next, and then back again.
It does need to be mentioned though, there is a HUGE logistical issue with apps like these - Europe.
28 countries. Each with their own stations. Each with their own native shows, production companies, licenses to work out.
That's part of why TVii never came to Europe. It was too costly and too much of a mess tuning it for every country, their licenses for shows and so on.
Remember, Netflix does have significant regional variance in shows. Some are only in the UK, some are only in the US, and so on. I imagine the licenses would all have to be renegotiated...to include a new platform.
People will chirp up and say I'm wrong and no nothing. Nothing hurt a little speculation now, did it?
Netflix has already worked out the deals with the European countries. It works on mobile, console, set tops and smart devices. I don't think adding one more device would be hard for them, since they already have negotiated deals. It is quite possible the switch is already covered by current deals.
Not that I think switch needs Netflix. The only time it adds something would be in portable mode. And since they don't have a sim card in it, it must be tethered to another device. A device that probably already has Netflix.
I don't think Netflix is a big priority for Nintendo right now. The more time you invest in something everyone already has, the less time you have for the important stuff.
It is the other way around, switch isn't a priority for Netflix.
@SLIGEACH_EIRE Further down that resetera thread Emily Rogers posted and basically implied that we're not actually getting a direct this Thursday but rather that they'll announce something via trailer/Twitter, and that it's something focused on casuals.
@SLIGEACH_EIRE Saw this. It coincides with the end of this weeks scheduled maintenance so if that theory (online maintenance -> Nintendo Direct) still holds we just might have a micro direct this thursday. If so, I hope they focus on the online stuff.
You could watch Netflix on your work Wi-Fi, in a hotel room, at a relative's house... there are plenty of situations where you wouldn't need mobile hotspot, but, mobile hotspot is something that almost everyone has, and I can't imagine Switch owners would rather watch on a phone propped up against a dirty work rag than a nice big 6" screen with a kickstand.
It's not about selling more units, it's about satisfaction of existing owners. And I would personally be more satisfied with Netflix, even if I don't use it that often.
Netflix puts their app on any device that's even remotely popular. If it's not on Switch- the fastest selling console in US history and which has already practically matched Vita and Wii U, devices Netflix was on from the start, it's because Nintendo doesn't want it on there yet.
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@IceClimbers I'm not sure if she implied that. I think she just talked about the fact that Nintendo may also release videos on YouTube instead of doing a Direct (after all, that was how they introduced the Switch). And she also reminded us not to get too excited for rumours like this, because they could be focused on the 'casuals'. I'm not sure she's in on this rumour, it read more like a general warning; Don't get too excited. The Direct could be 3DS focused for all we know...
Yeah, I dunno. Seems odd for Nintendo to allow Hulu on the Switch but not Netflix. This is why I believe Netflix is being stubborn here. Could be wrong though.
Again, I'll just be that guy: In a world where everyone has 2-3 devices on them pretty much at all times, why do we need the Switch to run Netflix?
I'm pretty ludite when it comes to all this tech stuff, but even I usually have my cell phone within reach to watch something if I'd REALLY want to (actually have never done that honestly lol I think it's kinda silly), and the availability grows exponentially when I'm in my house: my smart TV, my Xbox, my PS4, my wife's laptop, her tablet, my PC... why do I need yet another device with Netflix on it?
If I were Nintendo, I wouldn't spend my time/money courting Netflix is they're playing hard to get for whatever reason.
@rallydefault well you don’t need it. Obviously. With an an emphasis on you don’t need it.
If you’re an 11 year old without a smartphone or a tablet maybe you do need it. Maybe if it’s a choice between a smal Android tablet and a Switch the availability of Netflix is a make or break feature. For many potential buyers great games would be nice to have but Netflix is essential.
I couldn’t care less about using my Switch to watch programmes on - & I think Nintendo was right not to emphasise the possibility in year one - but I can see how it’s hugely desirable long term.
@rallydefault Owning multiple consoles, it doesn't matter too much to me. However, it does mean that I would have to "switch" to PS4 if I wanted to use Netflix. Netflix on Switch would be more convenient for me and would help keep me in the Nintendo ecosystem which is good for Nintendo.
Edit: Plus PORTABLE, which according to many would mean it would be the definitive edition of Netflix.
Nintendo announced 3 new games coming to 3DS Selects, Link Between Worlds being one of them, so I assume that confirms the speculation that they were asking for review quotes for that reason
my smart TV, my Xbox, my PS4, my wife's laptop, her tablet, my PC... why do I need yet another device with Netflix on it?
...for the same reason that Netflix was added to all of those other devices you listed - convenience.
I recently stayed at a hotel with my girlfriend - we had TV and internet access in the room, but the TV reception was poor...the obvious 'workaround' was to connect to the internet and stream content that way - but I don't have a tablet (not the biggest fan of them) and didn't think it necessary to take my laptop with me on a mini-break - so that left us with 4 options: an iPhone, a Samsung Galaxy, a 3DS and a Switch. Of the 4, the Switch would've been the only gadget that we'd have considered watching Netflix on (the only one with a decent size/resolution screen) - but the option isn't there, so we just streamed some music from one of our phones instead and made do!
Of course, that's just one example (I'll take my laptop next time!) ..but that 'convenience factor' is one of the major driving factors behind Netflix's success, so it's surprising to me that they don't have an app (at least in the works) for Switch - their business model revolves around having their service available on as many devices as possible, with one account linking them all - so there'd surely be an incentive for Netflix to get an app on there as well, the fact that they don't makes me wonder whether Hulu have paid for a period of exclusivity or something? ..with Hulu/NicoNico already on Switch, Nintendo obviously don't have a problem with these types of services being available on the platform - which just makes the absence of the likes of Netflix/YouTube etc all the more curious! ..right now though, with Hulu as the only real option (in the West), they're the only service that can offer that 'convenience' on this particular device - which just makes me suspect that they've paid for that privilege (to get one over on Netflix etc)
I shared a picture of possible Cave Story 2 here couple of days ago but now I have no idea what they are teasing or if these images are just for fun... Here's what Nicalis tweeted today:
The Cave Story characters seem to have the same art style as in the earlier picture but now it's suddenly basketball and there are other Nicalis characters. At least I think that one guy is from 1001 spikes.
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