You Want Prime Video on Your Switch? Buckle Up, Buttercup, Because It's About to Get Hacky (But Hilarious)
Let's face it, Nintendo Switch is a fantastic console. You can battle cartoon squids, explore sprawling Hyrule landscapes, and even... uh... milk cows? But there's one glaring omission: Amazon Prime Video. No Mario chilling with The Boys, no Link taking a break from Ganon to watch The Great British Baking Show. Tragedy!
Fear not, intrepid streamer! While there's no official Prime Video app (yet!), we can achieve streaming nirvana with a little ingenuity (and maybe a dash of madness). Here are two delightfully unorthodox methods to get your Prime fix on your beloved Switch.
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| How To Get Amazon Prime Video On Nintendo Switch |
Method 1: Download and Deliver - The Ninja Scroll Approach
This method involves more steps than a Zumba routine, but hey, anything for Prime Video, right?
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Become a Downloading Daredevil: We'll need to download those Prime Video shows and movies as MP4s. There are programs that can do this, but be sure to venture responsibly and check the software's legitimacy before diving in.
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The Great MP4 Transfer: Here's where things get tricky. The Switch doesn't exactly have a USB port begging for MP4s. We'll need to get creative. Some options include:
- The YouTube Shuffle: Upload your MP4s to a private YouTube channel . Then, on your Switch, log in to YouTube and voila! Prime Video on the big screen... kind of.
- The Friend Code Caper: Do you have a friend with a computer and Plex ? This streaming service can read your MP4s and beam them to your Switch. Just be sure your friend isn't plotting digital world domination with all this power.
Method 2: The Movies Anywhere Maneuver (with a Side of YouTube)
This method is slightly less convoluted, but still requires a leap of faith. Here's the gist:
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Movies Anywhere to the Rescue (Maybe): The Movies Anywhere app lets you connect your digital stores like Amazon Prime Video. If you've purchased any movies or TV shows on Prime Video, they might show up in Movies Anywhere.
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The YouTube switcheroo: Here's the gamble. Some Movies Anywhere content can be linked to your YouTube account. If the stars align, you might be able to watch those specific Prime Video purchases through the YouTube app on your Switch.
Important Note: This only works for purchased content, not the vast library of Prime Video streaming goodness. But hey, every little bit helps, right?
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The Not-So-Grand Finale: A Streaming Odyssey Awaits
So, there you have it! Two, shall we say, unconventional ways to get a taste of Prime Video on your Switch. Will it be the smoothest streaming experience ever? Probably not. But hey, at least you'll have a story to tell (and maybe a newfound appreciation for the official apps we take for granted).
Of course, the dream scenario would be a native Prime Video app for Switch. But until then, embrace the jank, grab some popcorn, and get ready for your Prime Video adventure on the Nintendo Switch. Just remember, don't blame me if your Switch cries from the sheer weirdness of it all.
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