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How do family accounts work on Switch?

The Nintendo Switch Online membership will automatically apply to everyone in the family group, including people that are added to the group later. The purchaser does not have to be the account admin for the group. However, only the account admin for the family group can add or remove people from the group.
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Can family members share games on Nintendo Switch?

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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How do I use Nintendo Switch family membership?

Complete these steps
  1. Log in to the admin Nintendo Account for the family group. If you don't yet have a Nintendo Account, visit the Nintendo Account website to create one.
  2. Click Nintendo Account in the upper-left corner of the screen to access your account settings.
  3. Select Family group.
  4. Select Add member.
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Does each family member need their own Nintendo Account?

As with a Nintendo Switch Online membership, each Nintendo Account needs an Individual Membership or needs to be part of a Family Membership to access Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack benefits.
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What is the difference between Nintendo Switch Online individual and family?

There are two types of Nintendo Switch Online membership. There are two ways to become a member of Nintendo Switch Online, as an individual or as part of a family group. An “Individual Membership” covers one person's Nintendo Account using the service, whereas a “Family Membership” covers up to 8 different accounts.
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How to Set Up a Nintendo Switch Online Family Membership

Is Nintendo switch family membership worth it?

Not Worth Its Price Unless You Like Older Games And Lackluster Connectivity - Jerel Levy. The Nintendo Switch Online service has some of its best features behind a higher tier, meaning if you want to experience all the nostalgia of old classics, you'll have to pay up.
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Is a Switch worth it for a family?

It's a versatile system that kids and families can play together. The Switch can connect to a television for traditional game play. It also has a screen and can be used as a portable, handheld gaming system. Finally, the Switch's “Joy-Con” controllers have motion sensors for movement games.
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What is the point of Nintendo family group?

A Nintendo Account family group allows up to 8 Nintendo Account users to connect together into one group. Family groups can include: One admin account to manage the group. General Nintendo Accounts.
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Can I link multiple Nintendo Accounts to one Switch?

Please note that you can link up to 8 Nintendo Accounts to a single Nintendo Switch console. Games that you've purchased are playable by everyone on the active Nintendo Switch console for your Nintendo Account. You may find information about moving your Nintendo Account (and purchases) between consoles, helpful.
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Can a Nintendo child account buy games?

A purchase can be made using a child account, however a credit card is required and must be used by the credit card holder to complete the transaction. Children should ask their parent or guardian for assistance.
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How many switches can be on a family plan?

A Family Membership is $34.99 for 12 months and allows 8 Nintendo Account holders to access Nintendo Switch Online from the same or even separate consoles!
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What is the difference between the Nintendo switch online family membership and the family membership with expansion pack?

You can also download and use the Nintendo Switch Online companion app and access exclusive offers for members only like Game Trials. However, the real difference between the two memberships is that the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack grants users access to various N64 and Sega Genesis games.
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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.
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What is primary and secondary account Switch?

Here's how it works: Primary Switch: Your account can launch any game offline or online and can play them without limit. Secondary Switch: Your account can only launch games when you have an online connection. If you go offline (like on a plane or subway), you cannot Switch to another game.
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Can all users on Switch play downloaded games?

Yes. Anyone that uses your primary Nintendo Switch console will be able to play games you've purchased with your Nintendo Account*.
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How do you share games on 3 switches?

Link your Nintendo Account to the non-primary Nintendo Switch consoles that you wish to play your digital games on. 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.
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Does each Nintendo Switch need its own account?

You can have one primary console at a time for your Nintendo Account. The first Nintendo Switch console you use to connect to Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch will become your primary console. While using the primary console, any user account on the console can play the downloadable content you have purchased.
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What is the best age group for a Nintendo Switch?

What age is Nintendo Switch suitable for? The Nintendo Switch is really for kids 6 and up.
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Do I need 2 Nintendo switches if I have 2 kids?

Players using a family membership can access the Nintendo Switch Online service via the same Nintendo Switch system or multiple systems – everyone does not have to use the same system.
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Can 2 parents control Nintendo Switch?

The restrictions can only be managed by one Nintendo Account. However, you can link the same Nintendo Account to the application on multiple smart devices. Then, you can manage the restrictions through each device that the Nintendo Account is linked to.
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Should I get my 5 year old a Nintendo Switch?

It's also considered the most age-inclusive console on the market, as the majority of games are suitable for younger players (PEGI 3-7). Many of Nintendo's own titles for the Switch have extensive multiplayer options which can appeal to both children and adults.
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What are the benefits of linking a Nintendo Account?

Linking a Nintendo Account to a user account also provides access to the following online features:
  • Access online game modes (online multiplayer, global rankings, DLC, etc)
  • Use any applications that require Internet access (including Nintendo eShop)
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Can I have all my games on two switches?

Can I play my games on more than one system? You can play digital games that you've purchased with your Nintendo Account on any Nintendo Switch console. Please note that you can register one primary console per Nintendo Account.
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Can 2 people play with 2 switches?

Nintendo Switch supports multiplayer gaming options of all kinds. You can play together online or in the same room using one system or multiple systems*.
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Can I share my Nintendo online subscription with family?

Login to your Nintendo Account on a PC, Mac, or mobile device and navigate to 'Family Group'. Click 'Add Member' Click 'Invite someone to your family group'. Fill in the email address attached to the Nintendo Account that you want to add to your family group.
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