Nintendo introduces the eShop gift feature for Switch consoles
, by Enzo
The Japanese publisher has quietly released update 23.5.0 for its Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 consoles. This update introduces improved settings, better support for the Portuguese language, various bug fixes, but most importantly... the return of a great feature.
The ability to send gifts directly from the eShop menu is making a comeback. Users will now be able to send digital gifts exclusively to members of their Family Group. This includes eligible games, as well as DLC and upgrade packs. As a reminder, anyone with a Nintendo Account can create a Family Group, which can include up to 8 people.
Nintendo has said the following on the matter:
"Just in time for the holidays, a new feature will allow Family Group members to give digital games to other members of their group."
This feature is expected to be available on November 17. Just in time for the holidays, yes, but more importantly, just before the end-of-year festivities and the return of sales on the stores. Clearly, they haven’t lost their sense of timing.