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How do you join multiplayer on Switch?

Access the Nintendo Switch Online software you want to play. From the menu on the left, select Play Online. You can opt to set a passcode for the online game, which you will need to share with the other player(s). The Play Online menu in the Nintendo 64 - Nintendo Switch Online software.
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How do you join multiplayer games on switch?

When someone on your Friend List has invited you to join their game, you can view and accept their invite by selecting your User profile in the top-left of the Nintendo Switch HOME Menu and scrolling down to Online Play Invites.
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Why can't i play multiplayer on Nintendo Switch?

Our experience has shown that the majority of problems with wireless multiplayer gaming are caused by signal interference from other devices (wireless LAN, microwave ovens, cordless devices, computers). We recommend moving to another location or turn off the interfering device.
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How do you turn on multiplayer on Nintendo?

From the game menu, select Local Play. Select Local Communication to play a multiplayer game wirelessly or select Mosaic Mode to play a game across multiple Nintendo Switch screens. Select Choose a Lobby. Select the lobby opened by the nearby player.
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How does Nintendo Switch work for 2 players?

You'll be able to play select games for up to two players with the included Joy-Con (one controller per person). You'll also be able to purchase extra controllers for multiplayer games for 3+ players.
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Do both people need to have Nintendo online to play together?

If one player purchases a family membership, the others will still need to be added to the family group to use the service. The Nintendo Switch Online membership will automatically apply to everyone in the family group, including people that are added to the group later.
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Do both people need switch online to play together?

First, to play with friends Locally on the same Nintendo Switch, you do not need Nintendo Switch Online. Nintendo Switch Online is a subscription service that you generally need to access the features of online play.
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Can two users play the same game on 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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Can 2 people use the same Switch game?

You can play digital games that you've purchased with your Nintendo Account on any Nintendo Switch console. Once you've registered a primary console, your digital purchases can also be played by anyone that uses the primary console. Other players will not be able to access your digital games on a non-primary console.
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Can 2 players play online on the same Switch smash?

Join a friend and play online using a single Nintendo Switch console. You can team up together or battle separately against your opponents. In Spectate mode, you can watch battles between other players online. And now you can even try to predict which fighter will win a battle by cheering for them.
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Is online multiplayer free on switch?

Switch Online is Nintendo's equivalent to PlayStation Plus and Xbox Live Gold. It is a paid subscription service that gives you access to online multiplayer play for many games, plus other benefits and features.
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How much does it cost to play online with friends on Nintendo Switch?

Nintendo Switch Online is available with a variety of subscription plans. These are split into individual or family plans for just Nintendo Switch Online or for Nintendo Switch Online Plus, the expansion pack. The Individual Nintendo Switch Online plan costs $3.99 per month, $7.99 per 3 months, and $19.99 annually.
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How do you use a 2 player Switch controller?

On the HOME Menu, select "Controllers" → "Change Grip/Order". Then pair the controllers you want to play with in order, following the instructions on the screen. *On the "Change Grip/Order" screen, you can only pair up to 4 controllers.
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How do you play multiplayer on Mario Kart Switch?

From the game's main menu, select Multiplayer. Select Split Screen. Press the Y Button to begin pairing the second kart. Customize the kart, character, and horn for the second player.
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Why wont Mario Kart let me play multiplayer?

You must complete the Single Player race before you can access the Multiplayer menu.
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How many can play multiplayer on Nintendo Switch?

Q&A. [Switch] How many controllers can I pair with my console at the same time? Regardless of controller type (Joy-Con, Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, etc.), you can pair up to eight controllers with your Nintendo Switch console simultaneously.
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What do I need to play Nintendo Switch Online with friends?

You can play online with users whom you have added as Friends. An active Nintendo Switch Online membership and Internet access is required to play NES and Super NES - Nintendo Switch Online software online.
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Do both people need Nintendo online to play Mario Kart?

A Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) is required to play online, and your Mario Kart 8 Deluxe game must be updated to the latest software version.
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Can all users play online from Nintendo Switch?

Yes, you can. Even if your family members are using their accounts on different Nintendo Switch consoles, if you have a Family Membership and create a Family Group, then each account can use the Nintendo Swich Online services. You don't need to use the same Nintendo Switch as the person who purchased the membership.
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Do you need a separate Nintendo Account for each user?

You'll need a user account in order to play on Nintendo Switch. And if you'd like to use online features, a Nintendo Account must be linked to a user account on your console.
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How many switches can my account be on?

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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