In a nutshell

• Nintendo eShop and Switch Online will officially launch in Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand on November 18, 2025.
• Services will be available for both Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2, offering digital game purchases, online play, cloud saves, and retro titles.
• Philippines launch is in the works, with more details to be announced soon.

Nintendo has announced that the Nintendo eShop and Nintendo Switch Online services will launch in Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand starting November 18, 2025.

Nintendo Presence in Southeast Asia

This long-awaited rollout marks a significant milestone for Nintendo’s expansion in the region. Players in these countries will finally gain direct access to:

• Nintendo eShop: Purchase and download digital games, DLCs, and more.
• Nintendo Switch Online: Enjoy online multiplayer, cloud saves, and access to classic titles from previous Nintendo consoles.

The services will be available for both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, ensuring compatibility across generations.

What to Expect

While full service details are still under wraps, Nintendo promises that more information will be revealed soon. Key features of Nintendo Switch Online include:

• Online battles and co-op play
• Access to a library of retro games
• Exclusive titles for subscribers
• Save Data Cloud support for seamless gameplay across devices

Nintendo in the Philippines?

Nintendo also confirmed that plans are underway to launch these services in the Philippines, though no official date has been announced yet.