pleNx — Plex client for Nintendo Switch

pleNx is a native, controller-first Plex client for Nintendo Switch, built specifically for homebrew users running Atmosphère CFW. This free and open-source application transforms your handheld into a full-fledged media player, letting you stream your entire Plex library anywhere. With a gamepad-optimized interface and support for 14 languages, pleNx bridges the gap between your Plex server and the Switch, offering seamless access to movies, TV shows, and music without needing a web browser or complex workarounds.

Before pleNx, Nintendo Switch owners had no dedicated Plex client; they relied on limited web-based solutions or sideloading apps that lacked key features. This pain point meant missing out on convenient media consumption, especially during travel or downtime. pleNx solves this by delivering a fully featured Plex experience with offline downloads, watchlist management, and universal playback, making the Switch a viable portable media center for users who already own a Plex server.

The sign-in process uses a simple 4-character code via plex.tv/link, avoiding password entry on the console. Once authenticated, the home screen mirrors your server's Continue Watching row and all configured hubs, preserving your personalized setup. The Plex Watchlist integration lets you browse, sort, filter, and add or remove movies and shows, with dimmed posters indicating items not available on your server.

Offline downloads are a standout feature: you can grab individual episodes or entire seasons at original quality with a single tap. A storage gauge for the SD card helps manage space. Playback leverages MPV with support for direct play and universal HLS transcoding, along with resume, chapters, external/embedded subtitles, and audio track selection. Codec support includes H.264, H.265, VP9, AV1, Opus, FLAC, AC-3, TrueHD, and DTS.

Additional capabilities include remote file servers for WebDAV, FTP, SFTP, and HTTP(S) shares, with connection testing before saving. USB drives are also supported via libusbhsfs. Quick actions—triggered by pressing X or long-pressing any poster—allow instant access to show/season details, marking watched, downloading, or adding to the watchlist. The interface is fully translated into 14 languages, with rich detail pages showing cast filmographies, season pages, collections, and genres enhanced by Kometa artwork.

The overall workflow is straightforward: after installing pleNx.nro on the SD card, users launch it from the homebrew menu. On first launch, the app offers to install a HOME menu tile for full memory access—required for video playback—then prompts for Plex sign-in. Navigation is entirely controller-driven, with every feature from the server redesigned for thumbsticks and buttons, ensuring a console-native feel without needing a keyboard or touch input.