Nintendo Announces New Mobile Companion App

During the Nintendo Direct event, Shigeru Miyamoto announced Nintendo Today, a new companion app for Android and iOS devices.

What is Nintendo Today?

Nintendo Today is a free application that players can download on their smartphones. It provides players with daily updates from Nintendo tailored to their preferences. Players require a Nintendo account and a compatible smart device to access this application.

What Features Does Nintendo Today Have?

Through Nintendo Today, players will receive daily updates from Nintendo, access animated calendars and event schedules, and customise their home screens.

Daily Updates

The updates can range from news about the Nintendo Switch 2 system and video games to details about characters, videos, or comic strips. Players will receive personalised updates each day.

Animated Calendar

Nintendo Today provides players a more interactive way to keep track of the day. They will receive a customisable animated calendar with themes like Super Mario, The Legend of Zelda, Animal Crossing, and more.

Event Schedule

Nintendo Today will also update you about upcoming Direct presentations, video game releases, in-game content and more information through the schedule. Players will be suggested events based on the categories or games they are playing.

Customise Your Home Screen

Nintendo Today comes with a widget that you can set on your home screen. It lets players view their calendar while customising the widget’s art with popular Nintendo game series. They will also receive matching-themed wallpapers.