June 16, 2025 – Nintendo Switch Online services are currently experiencing widespread issues due to a major Google Cloud outage. Core multiplayer functionality for games like Mario Kart World and Splatoon 3 has been disrupted, and even Nintendo-associated mobile games like Pokémon GO are affected.
🛠️ What’s Causing the Issue?
The disruption was first reported around 3:30 PM Eastern by Twitter user @OatmealDome, who confirmed that a Google Cloud service outage is impacting Nintendo’s online infrastructure. Since Nintendo hosts much of its online backend on Google Cloud, connectivity to several major titles has become unreliable or completely unavailable.
🎮 Games Affected
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Mario Kart World
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Splatoon 3
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Pokémon GO
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Various other Nintendo Switch Online-enabled games
Users are receiving disconnection errors and are unable to access matchmaking, online gameplay, and certain login-dependent features.
On Down Detector, over 14,000 reports poured in confirming issues with Nintendo Switch Online services, and an additional 4,000+ reports cited problems with Pokémon GO.
🛡️ What’s Still Working?
According to @OatmealDome, not all services are down. The Nintendo eShop and specific online games like Tetris 99 remain unaffected by the outage.
🧰 Google’s Response
Google acknowledged the issue in a public incident report, stating that engineers have located the root cause and are actively working on mitigation steps. However, users can expect ongoing interruptions as the fix is rolled out globally. As of now, no ETA has been provided for full service recovery.
🌍 How Widespread Is the Outage?
The incident spans multiple regions worldwide, affecting services that rely on Google Cloud, including AI platforms, apps, and large-scale games like those from Nintendo.
📌 What You Can Do
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Check status updates on the Nintendo Network Maintenance page
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Follow Google’s Cloud Status Dashboard for outage progress
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Avoid purchases or competitive gameplay until services stabilize
We’ll continue updating this page as new information emerges. For real-time updates, monitor official Nintendo and Google Cloud channels.