Are Switch games locked to console?

With the exception of systems and game cards distributed in the Chinese region, Nintendo Switch game cards are not region locked.

Are Switch games tied to the console?

Purchases on the Nintendo Switch eShop are tied to the Nintendo Account that made the purchase. You can register one primary console per Nintendo Account. Once you've registered a primary console, your digital purchases can be played by anyone that uses the primary console.

Can you share Switch games between consoles?

When you have a Switch listed as the primary console and another set up as the secondary console, you'll be able to share digital games purchased on one Switch with the other. However, your account can only open one instance at a time.

Can everyone play a game I bought on Nintendo Switch?

Yes. Anyone that uses your primary Nintendo Switch console will be able to play games you've purchased with your Nintendo Account*. Please note that you can set one console per Nintendo Account as your primary console.

Can Switch games be locked?

Are Nintendo Switch game cards region locked? Nintendo Switch game cards are not region locked.

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How do you unlock Switch games?

Can my child play my Switch games?

No, there's no restriction. A parent account must purchase the Family Membership, but then any Nintendo Account of any age in the Family Group (including Child Accounts) can use the Nintendo Switch Online services.

Can I share games if I buy two switches?

Digital games are tied to the Nintendo Account that purchased them. All users on a system will be able to play games purchased by any Nintendo Account that has registered the system as their primary console.

How to play a game that someone else bought Nintendo Switch?

Do you have to rebuy games on a new Switch?

If you buy a physical copy of a game, there is no issue, and they can be transferred freely between consoles. It gets a little more complicated with digital games, but it is still doable. The first time you connect to the Nintendo eShop with a Nintendo Switch, that switch becomes that account's “Primary Console”.

Can you have 2 switches with the same account?

You can link your Nintendo Account to multiple Nintendo Switch consoles and play your games on any of them using your Nintendo Account. Only one of the consoles can act as the primary console. On the primary console, any other users can play the games you downloaded with your Nintendo Account.

Can you use Switch cartridges on multiple consoles?

Yes. On your primary console. And each profile on that console will have separate save data for the games in question. You can also use the same account with multiple consoles and download and access your digital games from those secondary consoles.

Can two switches play Mario Kart with one game?

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe supports wireless play, allowing up to 8 players to connect multiple Nintendo Switch consoles together via a local wireless connection.

What happens to my games if I buy a new Switch?

All your digital purchases are tied to your account and you can log in to that account with a new Switch and re-download all your games. Now your save data… that's a trickier answer. Which game has the best port on Switch?

Is it better to buy physical games or digital?

Much of it comes down to personal preference. If you like having shelves lined with your games that you can browse and reminisce, you'll want to go for physical. If you prefer the convenience and speed offered through digital purchases, and don't want game boxes lying around, then you'll want to go digital.

Do Switch games save to console or account?

On Nintendo Switch, game save data is stored on the console's System Memory. This will not change whether downloadable software or software from a game card is being played.

Can I log into someone else's Switch and play my games?

You can play digital games you've purchased on any Nintendo Switch console that has been linked to your Nintendo Account. Please note that you can register one primary console per Nintendo Account. Once you've registered a primary console, your digital purchases can be played by anyone that uses the primary console.

Can you download a game from someone else's Switch account?

One technical note: Since the game is tied to your account, you can download this purchase on any Switch your account is logged in to. Of course, that also means that any Switch that isn't your home Switch can only play the game using your account. Your home Switch, however, will boot the game up for any user.

How can my kids share games on the Switch?

How do I buy Switch games for my child?

The parent/guardian account can restrict Nintendo eShop purchases on the child's Nintendo Account. Use a credit card or prepaid Nintendo eShop Funds card to add a specific amount to the child's Nintendo Account. The child will only be able to use the funds in their Nintendo eShop balance to make purchases.

Does each child need their own Nintendo Account?

A Nintendo Account is required to receive and redeem My Nintendo points. Parents and guardians can create and manage individual Nintendo Accounts for children ages 12 and younger.

How does getting games on switch work?

You can purchase a game with existing funds, add funds directly when you buy the game, or redeem a Nintendo Switch Game Voucher to purchase eligible games. An Internet connection and Nintendo Account are required to access the Nintendo Switch eShop.

What happens when you unlock everything in switch sports?

Unlocking all items in a collection grants you a “Completion Bonus,” which rewards you with an additional outfit.

Can you unlock games on switch sports?

To unlock items in Nintendo Switch Sports you need to play online to earn points. Points are earned in the Play Globally category from the main menu. If you have a Nintendo Switch Online subscription, this will connect you to the internet to play against other people around the world.

How does Nintendo Switch work for 2 players?

You'll be able to play select games for up to two players with the included Joy-Con (one controller per person). You'll also be able to purchase extra controllers for multiplayer games for 3+ players.