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Download Nintendo Switch App APK 3.2.0 Universal · Android 28+

By Nintendo Co., Ltd. • Updated December 08, 2025
Entertainment Universal Native (Java/Kotlin) 47.06 MB
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This is the universal build of Nintendo Switch App 3.2.0. It contains native libraries for every CPU architecture (arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64), so it installs on any Android device. The trade-off is size — it's larger than per-architecture variants. Pick this one if you're unsure which CPU your phone has, or if you plan to share the APK with multiple devices.

File size: 47.1 MB   •   Min Android: 28   •   Target Android: 35   •   Version code: 12096   •   Framework: Native (Java/Kotlin)   •   Permissions: 21

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File Information

Package Namecom.nintendo.znca
Version Name3.2.0
Version Code12096
ArchitectureUniversal
Min Android VersionAndroid 28 (API 35)
Main Activitycom.nintendo.coral.ui.boot.BootActivity
FrameworkNative (Java/Kotlin)
File Size47.06 MB
Signature (SHA1)0C3D789F5ED23F2B34C79660A37190D1C873A3F2
File Hash (SHA256)48150a153f3b2c8b0313ee1022a33ad644553b8572377f781578e49806061000

What's New

・ This app no longer supports Android versions before Android 9. This app requires Android 9 or newer.
・ Notifications when friends come online now show the name of the software they may be using.
・ Friend requests can now be sent to users from GameChat sessions.
・ Hashtags for software can now be copied from the details of their screenshots and videos.
・ Fixed the order of screenshots and videos changing when downloading several at once.
・ Other small fixes have also occurred.

App Description

The Nintendo Switch App smartphone app enhances your online gameplay experience on the Nintendo Switch™ 2 and Nintendo Switch systems. With this app, you can use friend features and game-specific services for compatible games even when you're not playing! You can also view and share screenshots and videos uploaded from your system.

◆ Check friends' online status

You can check whether your friends are online and see what games they're playing. You can also choose to receive a notification in the app when a friend comes online.

◆ Use your smartphone to add friends

You can add friends via their friend code or a QR code even when you're not using your system.

◆ View your screenshots and videos

You can upload screenshots and videos saved in your system's Album to the app, then view, save, and share them.

◆ Access game-specific services

You can use these services to view helpful information related to the supported software! You will also have access to a variety of features that will help take your online gameplay experience to the next level.

Currently, game-specific services are available for these games:

・ The Legend of Zelda™: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition and The Legend of Zelda™: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition

・ Get voice guidance to help you reach locations you haven't visited yet

・ Share schematics and items via QR codes

...And more!

・ Splatoon™ 3

・ View the online status of friends playing the game

・ View your battle and Salmon Run stats

・ View upcoming stage schedules

...And more!

・ Animal Crossing™: New Horizons

・ Send custom designs created in Animal Crossing games on the Nintendo 3DS™ system to the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game

・ Use your smartphone to send messages that appear in-game

・ Check the online status of users set as Best Friends

...And more!

・ Super Smash Bros.™ Ultimate

・ View posted images and videos

・ Queue downloads of user-created stages to play them in your game

・ Get notifications about upcoming events

...And more!

・ Splatoon™ 2

・ Check leaderboards and map schedules

・ View your battle and Salmon Run stats

...And more!

Important Information:

● Nintendo Account age 13+ required to access some online features, including voice chat.

● Active Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) required to use certain features.

● Nintendo Switch 2 / Nintendo Switch system and compatible software required to use app features.

● Compatible smartphone required.

● Persistent internet connection required.

● Data charges may apply.

● May include advertising.

For more information about GameChat, visit support.nintendo.com

◆ Nintendo Switch Online is not available in all countries. Terms apply. Visit nintendo.com/purchase-terms for more information.
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APK Permissions 21

  • android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID
  • android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION
  • android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
  • android.permission.BLUETOOTH
  • android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT
  • android.permission.CAMERA
  • android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
  • android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE
  • android.permission.INTERNET
  • android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS
  • android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS
  • android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
  • android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED
  • android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO
  • android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM
  • android.permission.VIBRATE
  • android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
  • android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
  • com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE
  • com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE
  • com.nintendo.znca.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION

Frequently Asked Questions about Nintendo Switch App APK

This is the universal variant — a single APK that contains native libraries for every CPU architecture. It installs on any Android device but is larger than per-architecture variants.

Yes — the APK's signature has been cryptographically verified against the publisher's signing key. The SHA-256 hash is shown in the File Information panel so you can independently confirm the file matches the original release.

Android 28 (API level 35) or newer. Older devices will refuse the install.

Install a free app like 'CPU-Z' or 'Droid Hardware Info' from the Play Store and look at the ABI / Instruction Set row. Most phones made after 2017 are arm64-v8a; if in doubt, download the universal variant.

All variants are functionally identical — same features, same version. They differ only in which CPU architectures the native code is compiled for, and (sometimes) which screen densities the included graphics target. Pick the one that matches your device for the smallest install size, or pick 'Universal' if you're unsure.