WFNZ 1. 02. 5 FM 6. AM The Fan Charlottes Sports Leader. ONLINE STREAMNever miss a story or breaking news alert Listen at work or while you surf. Nintendo Switch could soon stream Netflix and You. Tube. Nintendos hybrid Switch console has been a hit with gamers since it was released, but a new streaming feature could pave the way for hours more entertainment. Japanese video sharing platform Niconico has today launched an app for the fan favourite. This is expected to lead to similar moves internationally, with big hitters like Netflix, You. Tube and i. Player anticipated to get in on the action. Scroll down for video Nintendos hybrid Switch console pictured has been a hit with gamers since it was released, but a new streaming feature could pave the way for hours more entertainment. The Nintendo Switch exists, and is a fantastic gaming system that you can, in a pinch, play in a bar, a car, or on the train. Phones exist too, and the games on them. 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But its launch could be the start of a ramping up of promises from Tokyo based gaming firm to deliver more online services like multimedia streaming, as well as other app functionality. It has been four months since the launch of the Switch and one of the major frustrations for owners has been a lack of support for online services like multimedia streaming, as well as other app functionality. This Niconico app, similar to You. Tube, is now available to all Nintendo Switch owners anywhere in the world, although its Japanese language settings are likely to put off gamers elsewhere. Are you wondering how to watch HBO TV series like Game of Thrones, True Detective Westworld online HBO Go and HBO Now provide you with all the access you. And users will need at least one Japanese Nintendo e. Shop account set up to download the free software. However, the prospect is likely to cause excitement for global gamers as it likely to be a sign of bigger things to come. Nintendo has previously suggested other video apps are on the way, but is yet to give a specific time frame for their arrival. But the launch of Niconico could be the start of a ramping up of these promises. Speaking to the Washington Post, the Tokyo based firms chief operating officer for America Reggie Fils Aime said Were talking to a range of companies about other services, companies like Netflix, Hulu, Amazo, things that will come in time. In our view, these are not differentiators. What differentiates us is the way you play with the Nintendo Switch and what you can play. And that will continue to be our focus into the future as we continue driving this platform. The Japanese gaming firm has been keen to keep fan excitement alive with a raft of new games. Japanese video sharing platform Niconico has announced pictured it will be launching an app for the fan favourite today This is expected to lead to similar moves internationally, with big hitters like Netflix pictured, You. Tube, Hulu and i. Player anticipated to get in on the action. The announced return of some iconic franchises, as well as some new blood, at the E3 expo held in Los Angeles last month helped to fuel their fire. Among the coming attractions will be at least five big titles that have helped to build Nintendos reputation as one of the godfathers of gaming. Perhaps the biggest of all will be the return of Mario, a character synonymous with the Tokyo based company since their first Nintendo Entertainment System console in the 1. Super Mario Odyssey is due for release on October 2. Los Angeles Convention Centre for E3 will be in for a sneak peak of the first trailer for upcoming game. The Japanese gaming firm has been keen to keep fan excitement alive with a raft of new games, including fan favourite Super Mario, whose new Odyssey title pictured is due for release on October 2. Video courtesy of Nintendo Marios trusty sidekick Yoshi will also make a comeback in a standalone game, expected for 2. Also due for release next year will be titles featuring classic characters like Kirby, as well as two new episodes for The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild. H2o Mermaid Adventures Episode 2. Top title Pokemon will see a role playing game to accompany the previously announced fighting game Pokmon Tournament Deluxe. Nintendo also teased an upcoming Metroid title, named Metroid Prime 4, although no further details were revealed. NINTENDO SWITCH RELEASE The Switch hit shelves across the world on Friday, March 3, and is selling for 2. It was released alongside its first two games, including an update on an early classic  The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild and a multiplayer party game called 1 2 Switch. More games including Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, another release based on a fan favourite are due to be released throughout the year. The tablet like console clicks into the Nintendo Switch Dock, connecting it to the TV. The Switch hit shelves across the world on Friday, March 3, and is selling for 2. In this version, the controller can be used much like a classic system, with grips and buttons on both sides. But, these components can be detached to create two independent Joy Con controllers as well. For single player use, one person can play with a controller in each hand. Or, two people can play using one Joy Con controller each.