It’s not the best option for multi-taskers The Nintendo Switch Online app isn’t fully functional yet, but the explanation alone of how its voice chat functionality works has already ticked off Switch owners.
The app is the only way to voice chat with friends while playing Switch games — namely Splatoon 2, the only game currently set to support the mobile platform — so for anyone big into multiplayer online games, it’s a crucial download.
The Nintendo Switch Online app isn’t properly live yet, though, so maybe this system won’t be as frustrating as it seems.
It’s bad enough that voice chat is only available with a smartphone app, according to Switch fans who are used to playing games online with other consoles.