Nintendo recently unveiled a fresh addition to its digital lineup: the Nintendo Today app. This new application is designed to function much like a daily planner, infused with a unique Nintendo touch.
Every day, users can dive into a treasure trove of content, featuring the latest updates, videos, and comics that spotlight beloved Nintendo games and characters from various franchises.
In light of this week’s Nintendo Direct presentation, showcasing details about the forthcoming Nintendo Switch 2 set for Wednesday, April 2nd, you’ll soon be able to catch the lowdown on Nintendo’s newest portable home console directly through this app.
Shigeru Miyamoto, the visionary behind some of Nintendo’s most iconic creations, shared his excitement: "Since 2011, Nintendo Direct has been our primary way to share news directly with our fans. It’s grown into quite the spectacle. We sincerely thank everyone for tuning in."
He continued, "While we’ll keep our Nintendo Direct presentations rolling, we’re excited to introduce a new channel aimed at delivering information to you ‘directly.’ Enter Nintendo Today! This smart device app works like a daily planner, where you can explore various Nintendo events. Expect a diverse range of content about Nintendo games and characters to land on your app daily."
Post the Nintendo Direct focused on the Nintendo Switch 2, expect to start receiving daily updates about this new system directly through the Nintendo Today app as well.
Let’s dive into some of the notable features the app offers:
Daily Updates: Stay ahead with all Nintendo-related content. Whether it’s news about the Nintendo Switch 2, engaging video content, or your favorite characters coming to life through comics, you’re in for a treat every day.
Animated Calendar: Keep your dates in check with a lively, animated calendar. Customize it with themes from iconic games like Super Mario, The Legend of Zelda, Animal Crossing, and many others.
Event Schedule: Prepare in advance for events like Nintendo Direct presentations, new game releases, and even in-game activities. You can sort events by categories or games, making it easy to keep tabs on what’s happening related to the games you love.
Customizable Home Screen: Add a widget to your home screen for easy calendar and content access. Tailor your widget with artwork from your favorite Nintendo franchises and personalize it even further with themed wallpapers.
The app is available for free on both the App Store and Google Play, ready for download on compatible smart devices. All you need is a Nintendo Account to start exploring.