There’s a lot that comes to mind when thinking of Nintendo, from the Switch being a solid handheld console option for relaxation to hype over the Switch 2 and its games. Seeing errors and server outages is unexpected, but no company or service is 100 percent safe from the possibility.
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Are Nintendo servers down?
At the time of writing, Nintendo is experiencing outages in its eShop, Switch Online services, and Nintendo Network, as well as several of its games, includingSuper Smash Bros. Ultimateand variousMario Karttitles. This is largely due to a global outage affecting numerous major games and services.
However, this isn’t always the case. Typically, rather than large-scale global outages, you’ll most likely see small errors affecting only one service or a brief maintenance period for particular online games. Knowing Nintendo’s server status will help narrow down the potential causes and solutions.
How to check Nintendo server status
There are multiple places where you can check Nintendo’s server status, including official Nintendo services, general server status sites, and social media platforms. Here are some suggested places to check:
All of these pages can provide more details from both Nintendo itself and community members to verify if the error you’re experiencing is impacting others.
If Nintendo’s server status looks operational, you may be experiencing a client-side issue instead. Be sure to try the following troubleshooting tips to see if this is the case:
If Nintendo’s server status page and social media platforms suggest there are no active outages, there’s a chance you’re having a client-side problem instead. In this case, taking the steps above can help resolve the issue quickly, allowing you to get back to gaming right away. Otherwise, you can contactNintendo’s customer supportfor FAQs, troubleshooting tips, and direct contact with a Nintendo support representative.
