2 Effective Ways to Watch Netflix on Nintendo Switch

Many Netflix users have wanted the Nintendo Switch to be a multifunctional device, so they can play games and watch Netflix on Switch seamlessly. Unfortunately, you can't get Netflix on Nintendo Switch from its eShop.

Don't worry, this article explores 2 effective methods that make it easy to get and watch Netflix on your Nintendo Switch. This would enable users to watch Netflix during their downtime after gaming, without having to switch to a smaller phone screen or a bulkier device.

1. Does Nintendo Switch Have Netflix?

No, the Nintendo Switch does not have an official Netflix app now. Don't bother searching for Netflix on the eShop—it’s not there.

However, Netflix previously partnered with Nintendo, offering the app on Wii, 3DS, and Wii U, but support ended by 2020. Currently, Nintendo prioritizes gaming over streaming, and even the hidden web browser doesn’t support Netflix.

Method 1: Download and Play Netflix on Nintendo Switch [Recommended]

The key step to watch Netflix on Nintendo Switch is to download Netflix videos in MP4 format. VidiCable is a video downloader that allows you to download any Netflix video without ads in 1080p, while preserving both audio and subtitles for a seamless viewing experience.

Note: Sharing downloaded Netflix videos should only be for personal use.

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Step 1 Run VidiCable and Select the Target Website

Download and launch VidiCable on Windows or Mac. Then select Netflix by clicking the "Switch Website" icon next to the address bar.

Step 2 Log into Netflix Account and Find the Video

Log in to your Netflix account in the built-in browser. Then you can find your favorite Netflix movie or TV show with their names or keywords.

Step 3 Customize the Output Settings

VidiCable allows you to customize video settings. Click the "Settings" icon to select the video output quality, output path, audio language, subtitles, and more.

Step 4 Select Audio Track and Subtitle

Play the movie or show inside the video downloader, and click the Download icon. In the pop-up window, you can choose they on Switch is imposs subtitles and audio tracks you want.

Step 5 Start to Download Videos

Simply click the Download icon again to start downloading videos. It is also available if you want to add more videos to the download queue while downloading Netflix videos.

Step 6 Upload Netflix Videos to YouTube on Switch

Since the Switch lacks an official app for playing media from USB or SD cards, playing Netflix movies directly on the Switch is impossible. The easiest way to watch Netflix on Nintendo Switch is to upload Netflix videos to YouTube and access it via the YouTube app on Switch.

Method 2: Install Android on Nintendo Switch to Watch Netflix

Although the Netflix app isn't available on the Nintendo eShop, you can still install it on your Switch using an alternative method. By installing Android on your Nintendo Switch, you can download the Netflix app directly from Google Play Store.

How to install Android on Nintendo Switch

To install Android on your Nintendo Switch, you have to prepare:

1. A computer and a Nintendo Switch.
2. A USB-C cable that can connect to a PC and Switch.
3. A microSD card of at least 16GB.

STEP 1: Please check if your Nintendo Switch models can be hacked. To check if yours is patched, visit ismyswitchpatched.com, and enter your serial number prefix and the first six digits.

STEP 2: You need to download the Android OS ROM and other necessary files from XDA forum, which specializes in Android software development.

STEP 3: Insert your SD card into your PC and backup any important data.

STEP 4: Open balenaEtcher, choose the "android-XXgb.img.gz" image and select your SD card. Double-check that you've selected the correct card before clicking "Flash."

STEP 5: Click "Flash". The process may take 30 minutes to a few hours, depending on your SD card's size and speed. Once complete, close balenaEtcher. You will see two new drives in Windows Explorer—one large and one 2GB. If not, eject and reinsert the SD card.

STEP 6: Place the GApps .zip (and shieldifier/Reboot2Payload .zip) files in the root of the 2GB partition without unzipping them.

STEP 7: Eject the SD Card from your PC and place it in your Nintendo Switch.

STEP 8: Use your preferred method to enter RCM (Recovery Mode).

STEP 9: Launch TegraRcmGUI on your PC. Install GApps, Shield-ifier, and Reboot to Payload.

STEP 10: Go to the Google Play Store, and install Netflix on Nintendo Switch.

Note: For a detailed guide, please refer to the XDA Developers Forum post.

4. FAQs about Netflix on Nintendo Switch

Which streaming services are available on the Nintendo Switch eShop?

The Nintendo Switch is primarily designed for gaming. However, you can also find streaming services like Hulu, YouTube, Crunchyroll, NicoNico, Pokemon TV, Abema, and more on the Nintendo eShop.

Why is there no Netflix on Switch?

The following points may be the reasons why you cannot watch Netflix on Nintendo Switch.

1. Nintendo has focused the Switch on gaming, with streaming services like Netflix not being a core priority.
2. Streaming services including Netflix must pay for streaming rights, and adding a platform like the Switch could raise costs.
3. The Switch’s modified Tegra chip doesn’t meet Netflix’s certification requirements, which is why there’s no Netflix app.