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Do all Nintendo switches use the same games?

Nintendo has three Switch models, all of which share the same basic design and run the same software and games. The “base” model, Nintendo Switch, is a 6.2-inch tablet with an LCD screen and detachable Joy-Con controllers and a dock that connects to your TV.
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Do all Nintendo switches play the same 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.
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Are Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Lite games the same?

Nintendo Switch Lite can play the games in the Nintendo Switch library that support handheld mode. For games that do not support handheld mode, players can wirelessly connect compatible controllers (sold separately) to Nintendo Switch Lite.
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Can you play any other Nintendo games on Switch?

No. Nintendo 3DS and Wii U games purchased through Nintendo eShop do not carry over to Nintendo Switch. The Nintendo Switch is an all-new way to play, and does not include backwards compatibility with digital or physical games designed for other systems.
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Are all Switch games universal?

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.
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Game Sharing With Multiple Nintendo Switches

Does each Switch need its own game?

A: You need 2 game cartridges to play together on local if you buy 2 switch consoles.
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Is Nintendo Switch Online free?

Nintendo Switch Online is a paid service that launched on September 18, 2018, that lets members enjoy online play in compatible Nintendo Switch games, access a selection of classic NES games with online functionality, back up save data for most games, and use additional features for the Nintendo Switch Online ...
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Does Nintendo Switch need wifi?

Nintendo Switch can connect online with a wireless connection or, when through use of a LAN adapter, a wired connection.
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Why are Switch games so expensive?

Nintendo Uses a Cartridge-Based Format for Its Games

Nintendo's cartridge-based games are hardier than traditional disk-based video games, but they are also more expensive to produce. Traditional disk-based video games have all their data stored on the disk itself.
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Is it better to buy Nintendo Switch or Lite?

Most people should buy the full-size Nintendo Switch, mainly because it works in both handheld and docked mode, whereas the smaller Switch Lite is exclusively handheld. It's also cheaper than the Switch OLED Model.
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Is Switch OLED worth it?

If it's your first time buying a Switch, it's definitely worth considering the OLED model, but only if you plan on playing in handheld mode. If you are planning on mainly using it docked, the regular model is probably the better choice.
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Can 2 switches share games?

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.
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Do I need to buy 2 games if I have 2 switches?

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.
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Can 2 switches share the same game?

Redownload the games or content you want to access on each Nintendo Switch console. On any of your consoles, 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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Can you play Nintendo Switch without a TV?

Of the three available play modes, Tabletop Mode and Handheld Mode can be used without a television.
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Does Nintendo Switch need SD card?

Do I need a microSD card for my Nintendo Switch? Unless you're only planning to have a handful of games downloaded to your console, and will stick mostly to cartridges, owning a memory card is pretty much a necessity, we'd say.
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Does Nintendo Switch have Netflix?

Yes. But keep reading this to find out how to watch Netflix on Nintendo Switch. Streaming Netflix on the most popular gaming console from Nintendo is definitely in the cards, although it's not accessible through the official e-shop or the built-in web browser. The device can more than handle the resolution.
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Is Mario Kart free on Nintendo Switch?

Yes, the Mario Kart Tour game is available as a free download. You can purchase in-game currency (called rubies) using real money (optional; not required). You can also acquire rubies for free. There is a paid service that provides various benefits for a monthly fee.
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Can you download games on Nintendo Switch for free?

If you want the best free Nintendo Switch games, you've got these three options: Nintendo eShop free-to-play games. Nintendo eShop demos. Nintendo Switch Online subscription.
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How do you buy games on Switch?

Complete these steps
  1. Select Nintendo eShop on the HOME Menu to launch the Nintendo eShop.
  2. Select the account you want to use.
  3. Locate the game that you want to purchase, and select it to reach the game details page. ...
  4. Select Proceed to Purchase.
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How many games can a Switch hold?

The standard Nintendo Switch has 32 GB of storage, allowing you to store and install around 4-8 games, including large games like Zelda. However, if you have the option for a Switch with 64 GB of storage, you can store double the number of games, up to 8-16.
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Can 2 switches play together?

You can play together online or in the same room using one system or multiple systems*. Specific features vary by game, such as voice chat or split-screen play, but sharing fun with friends and family is a key focus for Nintendo Switch.
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Can you watch YouTube on Nintendo Switch?

You can use any Nintendo account to use YouTube. Learn how to unlink your account from your Nintendo Switch.
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