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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.
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Can I play Switch games from other countries?

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

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.
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What is the difference between EU and US Nintendo Switch games?

A: It's just aesthetic, it's exactly the same. The only difference is that the EU version doen't come with the AC adaptor.
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Can I buy a Switch game from another region?

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.
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Can you play downloaded Switch games anywhere?

You can use your Nintendo Account to play your digital games on non-primary Nintendo Switch consoles, but the Nintendo Switch console must be connected online and other users on that console will not be able to play those games.
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Will my Switch games be in English if I buy them in Japan?

Yes. All Nintendo Switches can play any Nintendo Switch games, regardless of the region where the system or game is purchased.
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Will a European Switch game work on an American Switch?

Yes, one of the things that first excited me about the Nintendo Switch is that the games are all region-free. You can play games from Japan, Germany, wherever you want and they will play on your American Switch.
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Can I use an American Switch in Europe?

But since most modern gadgets are "dual voltage" — meaning they work on both American and European current — these days most travelers don't need to do anything more than pack a few inexpensive plug adapters. American appliances run on 110 volts, while European appliances are 220 volts.
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Do European games work on American consoles?

Yes, games are not region locked (except for China consoles).
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Will Nintendo Switch bought in US work in UK?

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.
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How do you bypass region lock games?

Proxies are the easiest way to bypass geo-restrictions when it comes to viewing locked content. There are many public proxy tools located online that you can easily use to mask your IP address or change it to something else that can get through the block.
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What happens if I Switch my region 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.
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Can you play imported games on a Switch?

The Nintendo Switch is region-free, so users can play games made for any region. This means users can import games or buy games through different region's eShops.
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Is Nintendo Switch Online International?

Nintendo Switch Online membership codes are specific to a particular region, which means they can only be redeemed on systems and/or Nintendo Accounts that are set to that same region. Codes purchased for use in the U.S., Canada, or Mexico can only be used with a Nintendo Account set to one of those three countries.
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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.
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Does A Nintendo Switch need A voltage converter?

Yes the Switch works on both 220 and 110 voltages. The power adapter will switch to the appropriate setting to go to your Switch.
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Do I need A power converter for Europe?

When traveling to Europe, one of the most important things to bring is a power converter, as the wall sockets are much different than in America. There also aren't as many outlets in hotel rooms as in the U.S. because electricity is very expensive in Europe.
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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.
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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.
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How do I know if my Switch game supports English?

You may check for the supported language(s) of the game via Nintendo's official site here. Just search for the game in question via the search bar and scroll down to find the supported languages.
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Is there a difference between Nintendo Switch Japan and US version?

There are no differences between Nintendo Switches or their constituent parts between Japan and North America. The hardware is the same. In short, there is no such thing as a Japanese Joycon or an American Switch.
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Can you play physical Japanese games on Switch?

Thankfully, the Nintendo Switch is a region-free console, so you can usually import a boxed copy of a game from Japanese or European retailers, pop it in your Switch and play without much fuss (barring any language barriers, of course).
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Why can't I play my downloaded games on 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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