The game freezes in the middle of playing for no apparent reason.

So far, every time it happens we are in multi player mode (not sure if it would occur in single player mode since we almost always play in multi player).

It happens randomly, in different maps and at different points within the maps; sometimes while just walking around and sometimes while fighting mobs.

When it happens the screen just freezes and does not proceed. We have to enter the Nintendo Switch Home Screen and "Close Software". Then when we re-open the software it'll work just fine again. 

Sometimes we play for hours before experiencing a freeze and sometimes it happens only 5mins into play. Not sure what exactly triggers the freeze.

We only play in local mode (not online). 

Sorry I couldn't pinpoint exactly what is causing this freeze, but I really hope that you will be able to remedy it somehow since we really love the game otherwise. Reach out if you need more details.