Nintendo Switch fans can now watch shows from the popular anime subscription service, Funimation, straight from their device.

Funimation on Nintendo Switch

If you love anime shows, then it will please you to know that Funimation has confirmed, in a blog post, that it is available on the Nintendo Switch as of December 16th.

Funimation is available as an app from the Nintendo store. So, all you need to do is head to the Nintendo eShop, grab the app, download it to your Switch, then you can start watching!

What Do You Need to Access Funimation on Switch?

Whether you have a Switch or a Switch Lite, you can now access your favorite Funimation shows wherever you are. Just launch the service on your Switch and off you go!

Before you can watch any shows, you will need to sign up for a Funimation subscription. This costs $7.99/month, which gets you access to all the shows on Funimation, download to watch offline, five simultaneous streams, and no ads.

You will also need an internet connection (if you haven't downloaded to watch offline). Without an internet connection you won't be able to stream your anime.

Funimation Library PC

If you plan to take a trip, then downloading anime to your Switch is the best course of action; this means you can access it no matter where you are. If you plan to do this, then you'll need a memory card large enough to store them.

You won't have to rely on finding an internet connection to watch shows. Great if you are on vacation and sat around the pool, or in the middle of a long-haul flight. Just fire the Switch up and watch away!

What Is Funimation?

Funimation is an anime streaming service. It is one of the most popular in the world, alongside Crunchyroll. It allows you to watch both dubbed and subtitled anime series, so it is a great for newbies and anime experts alike.

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For a monthly fee, Funimation grants subscribers access to their favorite Japanese animation series'. So, you can expect to be watching cool titles like Deathnote, One Punch Man, and Mobile Suit Gundam.

Stream Funimation on Your Nintendo Switch

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Undoubtedly, Nintendo Switch users are happy to see that Funimation is coming to their favorite console. Perhaps Crunchyroll subscribers will get their Switch anime hit soon, too.

The Nintendo Switch is a great way to enjoy your games both at home or on the move. There are so many customization options, not just downloading new apps to increase the value of the console to its users.