Nintendo Revamps Switch eShop for a Smoother Experience

Nintendo has rolled out an exciting new update for the original Switch console, significantly enhancing the eShop experience and making navigation smoother and quicker.

On June 15, Nintendo introduced update 22.5.0 for the Switch, addressing one of the console’s long-standing issues: the sluggish eShop. Previously, users faced slow loading times and frustrating scrolling, but now the eShop feels like a native app rather than a clunky browser interface. The result? A much more responsive and efficient digital store.

The improvements are impressive! A recent test confirmed that while it may not match the speed of the eShop on the Switch 2, the updated version on the original Switch is a notable upgrade. Plus, it now features a dark mode option, provided your console is set to that theme.

It’s important to note that this update doesn’t eliminate all the clutter that still exists in the eShop. However, it does allow for quicker navigation through it, which is a step in the right direction. The revamped eShop also includes a user-verification PIN for added security, making it more similar to the experience on the newer Switch 2. This serves as a reminder that improvements can happen, even if they take time.

Here are the full patch notes for update 22.5.0:

– The Nintendo eShop layout has been redesigned.
– User-Verification PIN can now be used to confirm when “Accessing Nintendo eShop” and “Using Saved Payment Methods.”
– Added the ability to rewind 10 seconds/advance 10 seconds with the ZL and ZR Buttons when watching a full-screen video in News or Nintendo eShop.
– General system stability improvements to enhance the user’s experience.