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Can you play any old Nintendo games on the Switch?

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NES Classic Edition is a dedicated home video game console by Nintendo, that emulates the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES). It launched on November 10, 2016 in Australia and Japan, and November 11, 2016 in North America and Europe.
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™ and Super NES™ classic games—including Super Mario Bros.™, Metroid™, The Legend of Zelda™, Donkey Kong™, and more—all at no extra charge.
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Why can't you play old Nintendo games on Switch?

While emulation of NES and SNES titles on your Switch simply requires a Nintendo Switch Online account, N64 emulation requires a Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack to play.
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Can you play N64 games on Switch for free?

Classic NES, SNES, N64, Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, Game Boy, and Game Boy Advance games list. A growing library of Nintendo Entertainment System games is available to play at no extra cost. Classics on offer include Super Mario Bros, Super Mario Bros 3, Donkey Kong and The Legend of Zelda.
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How do I get old Nintendo games on my Switch?

On your console, open the Nintendo eShop and select a user with an active Nintendo Switch Online membership. Scroll down on the left-hand side and select Nintendo Switch Online. In the "Special Offers" section, select the classic game library you would like to download.
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Are classic Nintendo games on Switch free?

Play 100+ games on your Nintendo Switch system

Enjoy a curated library of more than 100 total NES™ and Super NES™ classic games—including Super Mario Bros.™, Metroid™, The Legend of Zelda™, Donkey Kong™, and more—all at no extra charge.
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Nintendo Switch Online: How NES Games Work - Good/Bad?!

Why can't i play any games on my Switch?

Update your Nintendo Switch console to the latest version. Change the primary console for that Nintendo Account to the system that you're using. If you are already using the primary console for that Nintendo Account, de-register the console, then make it the primary console again.
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Why won t my Switch accept my game card?

If multiple game cards cannot be read, the Nintendo Switch system will need to be repaired. For testing purposes, please include at least two of the non-working game cards. For your convenience, Nintendo provides a quick and easy-to-use online repair process.
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Why can't i buy some games on Switch?

Use a different payment method.

Try a different credit card. Use a Nintendo eShop prepaid funds card. Link a PayPal account to your Nintendo Account, and make purchases through PayPal using the payment method you've chosen.
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Why won't anything work on my Nintendo Switch?

To fix a Nintendo Switch that won't turn on, try giving the battery a nice long charge. Check the Switch or AC adapter for damage, and make necessary replacements. Resetting the AC and Switch adapter can turn on your switch and allow it to take a charge.
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What is the most common problem with the Nintendo Switch?

Scratches are a common problem when taking the Switch in and out of the dock. You might be able to buff light scratches out with a cloth, but don't hold out too much hope. Applying a screen protector might hide the smaller scratches, and it'll keep you safe for the future too.
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How do you revive a dead Nintendo Switch?

Perform a hard reset by holding down the POWER Button located on the top-left of the console for 20 seconds, then press the POWER Button once for the console to turn on.
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Does a hard reset erase everything Nintendo Switch?

All data in the system memory, including software, save data, screenshots, and user information will be deleted, restoring the console to factory settings.
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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.
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Do you have to rebuy games for Nintendo Switch?

You will need to use your own Nintendo Account on your system to purchase the game for your console. Because the console is not the primary console for the Nintendo Account that originally purchased the game, games purchased with that account are not playable on the system.
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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.
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Why i can't download games in my SD card Nintendo Switch?

Game save data is stored on the console's System Memory, and cannot be saved or copied to a microSD card. You can free up space in the System Memory using Manage Save Data/Screenshots.
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Why can't i move games to SD card switch?

*Game save data is only stored in the system memory, so it can't be moved to the microSD card.
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Can I use the same game card on two switches?

On any of your consoles, insert a game card or select your downloaded game from the HOME Menu to begin playing the game on that console. You will not be able to use the same Nintendo Account to access games on multiple consoles simultaneously.
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Why is Nintendo Classic so expensive?

Because it's a limited edition release with a limited supply, and those who are selling it after its discontinuation are taking advantage of demand to increase the prices as much as possible. It's basic economics of supply and demand at work.
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What is free-to-play on Nintendo Switch?

Best Nintendo eShop free-to-play games

Rocket League. Pokémon Café Mix. Pac-Man 99. Asphalt 9: Legends.
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Can you install free games on switch?

Fortunately, the Nintendo eShop has a solution: free-to-play games. There are many great games you can download and start playing without spending a single dime.
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How do you hook up old Nintendo games?

Hook up the NES Classic Edition to your television or monitor. Connect one end of the HDMI cable to an available HDMI port on your television or monitor, and the other end to the HDMI port on the back of the control deck.
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Can I play DS games on Switch?

But unlike previous Nintendo consoles, DS and 3DS games are not compatible with Nintendo Switch. Due to obvious business reasons, their cartridges are different sizes so they can't be plugged into Switch consoles.
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Can you get N64 games on Switch without Expansion Pack?

Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack is almost here, but you don't have to subscribe to enjoy Genesis and N64 on your handheld.
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Is N64 emulator free?

Project64 is a completely free and open-source emulator for the Nintendo 64 and 64DD written in C++.
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