Can I play a European game on an American Switch?

Yes. If you purchase a physical copy of the game, then whatever region your Nintendo Switch Online subscription is tied to, you can still play the game online.

Is the any difference between EU and US Switch games?

The only difference is that the EU version doen't come with the AC adaptor.

What does EU version mean for Nintendo Switch?

Please note that this Switch is the European version, meaning the power adapter will have a European plug.

Is the US Switch region locked?

Nintendo Switch (Switch, Switch Lite) hardware isn't region locked, but any available DLC content is tied to a regional Nintendo eShop. Nintendo officially recommends that players purchase software that is specifically made for their Nintendo Switch system's region.

Will my American Switch work in Europe?

The Switch is totally region free. But different countries use different wall outlets, so you would need a local charger. Thankfully the Switch uses USB-C with is an international standard.

The Difference Between American And European Switch Games

Do European games work on American consoles?

Yes, games are not region locked (except for China consoles).

Do Switch games work internationally?

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

Does Switch game region matter?

Can I play games in one region online with a Nintendo Switch Online subscription of another region? Yes. If you purchase a physical copy of the game, then whatever region your Nintendo Switch Online subscription is tied to, you can still play the game online.

Is it OK to change region on Switch?

The Switch IS NOT region locked, and in fact you can swap your console region ANY TIME YOU WANT. Furthermore, you don't need your console to be the same region as your game, to play the game. Your console region can be America for example, and you can still pop in a Japan cartridge and play it no problem.

What happens if I Switch regions on Switch?

Changing your region on your Nintendo Switch lets you play cartridges from other regions and purchase region-locked games from the Nintendo eShop.

How do I Switch to Nintendo eShop Europe?

How do I redeem EU code Switch?

Can you buy Switch games from other regions?

One of the best things about the Nintendo Switch is its region-free eShop. That means that you can buy or download games from any region, and play them with no issue on your console.

Do us Nintendo eShop cards work in Europe?

Nintendo eShop Cards can be used in any country that uses the same currency as the Nintendo eShop Card.

Why is EU better at games?

In EU, the players are naturally better and spend a lot of time in competitive tournaments which forces the players around them – teammates and opponents alike – to try and play better and experiment a little more to try and beat their competition.

Is Nintendo Switch the same in every country?

You can use the Switch in any country you like.

Depending on where you buy the switch you get a different plug for the charger(Note: That part that goes into the switch is always the same).

Do German Switch games play in English?

The language for a game or software application will default to the language setting that has been selected on the console, so long as the intended language is supported by the game or software application.

What is the zip code for Nintendo Switch tax free?

Some state in the United States doesn't charge for additional tax for digital purchase, and since you're living outside the US you should have no problem with its legality, so here are the following states and Zip Code that you can use: 97330 – Corvallis, Oregon. 03222 – New Hampshire, Bristol. 97222 – Milwaukie, ...

Why are some games region locked?

A regional lockout may be enforced for several reasons, such as to stagger the release of a certain product, to avoid losing sales to the product's foreign publisher, to maximize the product's impact in a certain region through localization, to hinder grey market imports by enforcing price discrimination, or to prevent ...

Why is the Switch not region locked?

Usually people wouldn't bother to buy a 2nd system or import games in the first place if their system was region locked. Completely limiting Nintendo's potential software sales entirely. With the Switch being region free,it makes it easier for consumers to purchase software anywhere around the world.

Is Switch OLED region free?

The Nintendo Switch is region-free, which is great news for both developers and importers, but most of all, gamers.

Will my Switch games be in English if I buy them in Japan?

Yes. 100 percent. The switch console is region unlocked. Meaning you can play games from different countries on a console from a different country.

Is the Nintendo Switch dual voltage?

Yes the Switch works on both 220 and 110 voltages. The power adapter will switch to the appropriate setting to go to your Switch.

Are game consoles region locked?

Like the PlayStation 4, PS5 consoles and games are not locked by region, meaning a game sold in the US (NTSC-U) will play on a console bought in the UK (PAL). However, it's recommended that consoles and games be from the same region to ensure optimal performance.

Can you change your Switch region to play games early?

This is kind of a silly question. As others have stated, no. Changing the date and time on your Switch will not give you early access to games. I don't think it will get you banned however, it's just impossible to play a game that has not been released yet.