Nintendo Announces Maintenance Schedule for the Week of October 1, 2023
Nintendo is once again preparing to update its maintenance schedule for the week of October 1, 2023. This time, the company has planned five different maintenance periods that will affect various aspects of its gaming platforms. Whether you’re a fan of the Wii U, 3DS, or the popular Nintendo Switch, it’s important to be aware of these upcoming maintenance sessions.
Wii U / 3DS – Download of Software
- 1 PM PT (October 2) – 7 PM PT (October 2)
- 4 PM ET (October 2) – 10 PM ET (October 2)
- 9 PM in the UK (October 2) – 3 AM in the UK (October 3)
- 10 PM in Europe (October 2) – 4 AM in Europe (October 3)
If you’re an avid Wii U or 3DS gamer, take note of the scheduled maintenance for downloading software. During this period, you may experience temporary interruptions when attempting to download new games or updates. It’s recommended to plan your gaming sessions accordingly to avoid any inconvenience.
Switch / 3DS / Wii U eShops – Certain Network Services
- 1 PM PT (October 2) – 7 PM PT (October 2)
- 4 PM ET (October 2) – 10 PM ET (October 2)
- 9 PM in the UK (October 2) – 3 AM in the UK (October 3)
- 10 PM in Europe (October 2) – 4 AM in Europe (October 3)
For those who enjoy browsing and purchasing games from the eShops on the Nintendo Switch, 3DS, or Wii U, there will be specific network services maintenance during the same period mentioned above. While you may still be able to access the eShops, you might encounter intermittent issues with certain network features. It’s advisable to plan your game purchases and downloads accordingly to minimize any disruptions.
Nintendo Switch Online Services
- 6 PM PT (October 2) – 9 PM PT (October 2)
- 9 PM ET (October 2) – 12 AM ET (October 3)
- 2 AM in the UK (October 3) – 5 AM in the UK (October 3)
- 3 AM in Europe (October 3) – 8 AM in Europe (October 3)
Subscribers to Nintendo Switch Online, the company’s online gaming service, should take note of the scheduled maintenance session. During this period, you may experience temporary disruptions to online multiplayer, voice chat, and other online features. If you have any important online gaming sessions planned, it’s recommended to reschedule them accordingly to avoid any frustrations.
Switch eShop – Using Prepaid Funds Cards, Using Download Codes
- 8:45 PM PT (October 2) – 2 AM PT (October 3)
- 11:45 PM ET (October 2) – 5 AM ET (October 3)
- 4:45 AM in the UK (October 3) – 10 AM in the UK (October 3)
- 5:45 AM in Europe (October 3) – 11 AM in Europe (October 3)
If you prefer using prepaid funds cards or download codes to make purchases on the Nintendo Switch eShop, be aware of the scheduled maintenance during the specified period. While you may still be able to access the eShop, you may encounter issues when attempting to redeem codes or add funds to your account. It’s advisable to plan your purchases accordingly to avoid any inconveniences.
Nintendo Switch Online Services (Second Session)
- 6 PM PT (October 4) – 9 PM PT (October 4)
- 9 PM ET (October 4) – 12 AM ET (October 5)
- 2 AM in the UK (October 5) – 5 AM in the UK (October 5)
- 3 AM in Europe (October 5) – 8 AM in Europe (October 5)
For those who missed the first Nintendo Switch Online services maintenance session, there will be a second session scheduled for October 4. Similar to the first session, temporary disruptions to online multiplayer and other online features may occur. It’s advisable to plan your online gaming activities accordingly to avoid any interruptions.
For more information and updates on Nintendo’s maintenance schedule, you can visit the official Nintendo website.
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