Nintendo previously revealedNintendo Switch Sportsis adding golf to the sports lineup this holiday season, and a Japanese ad for the game implies golf will be added as soon as this month. If Nintendo’s latest ad remains true, Japanese players may be the first to try out golf inNintendo Switch Sportsthrough an upcoming update.Since the launch ofNintendo Switch Sportsthis past April, Nintendo released various updates to improve the game and add new features. The summer 2022 update was the biggest update yet with features such as Leg Strap accessory support, new volleyball moves, and the ability to reach Infinity Rank in Pro League. Golf was supposed to arrive inNintendo Switch Sportsearlier this fall, but a delay pushed the update into late 2022. Shortly after the delay, Nintendo would address issues prompted byNintendo Switch Sportsupdate 1.2.1this past October, which caused major crashes during online and offline play. Fortunately, Nintendo fixed the game-breaking bugs inNintendo Switch Sportsupdate 1.2.3, and golf appears to be on track for its intended release date within the remainder of 2022.RELATED:Nintendo Japan Is Refusing to Fix Products From Customers That Threaten or Harass StaffA new ad forNintendo Switch Sportsrecently began airing in Japan this week, revealing more golf gameplay with a single Joy-Con controller. The Japanese ad’s description explains that a freeNintendo Switch Sportsupdate would add golfin late November. Japanese fans won’t have to wait long for the returning golf mode fromWii Sports, and Nintendo should release the newNintendo Switch Sportsupdate at the same time or soon afterward.
Alongside the newNintendo Switch Sportsad, Nintendo updated its official website for the game in Japan. Those who visit the Japanese website may view a newly-launched page forNintendo Switch Sportsgolf, which introduces the mode and how to play with the Joy-Con controllers. Additionally, the website reconfirms online play with up to eight other players in “Survival Golf.”
Nintendo appears to be preparing for the launch of the newNintendo Switch Sportsupdate ahead of the December holiday season. Golf is afan-favorite sport amongWii Sportsplayers, so the update will likely attract old and new players alike toNintendo Switch Sports. Fans can expect more details about the new update as Nintendo ramps up its marketing efforts forNintendo Switch Sports.
Before theNintendo Switch Sportsupdate arrives, Nintendo Switch players may look forward to the release ofPokemon Scarlet and Violeton November 18. The launch ofSplatoon 3Chill Season follows up this December as Nintendo closes out the year with major updates for its leading Switch games.
