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How do you use Nintendo DLC?

Search for the game that has membership-exclusive DLC. Click Add-on Content or scroll down to view the available downloadable content. Click Free Download next to the content you want to download. Re-enter your Nintendo Account
Nintendo Account
A Nintendo Account is an account that is required for using certain services from Nintendo, such as Nintendo Switch online services (including access to the Nintendo Switch eShop), off-device software purchases and the My Nintendo loyalty service.
https://en-americas-support.nintendo.com › app › detail › a_id
password when prompted.
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How do I access Nintendo DLC?

Nintendo Switch
  1. From the Main Menu of your Nintendo Switch, locate the tile for your game and press [+] on your controller.
  2. Select [Software Information] > [Nintendo eShop].
  3. Scroll down to [Downloadable Content] and select [View All Items].
  4. Here you will see all owned DLC listed.
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How do I download DLC after purchase Nintendo Switch?

Complete these steps
  1. Access the Nintendo eShop with the Nintendo Account that purchased the content. ...
  2. Search for the game title that the content is associated with.
  3. Select the game and scroll down to view all available Downloadable Content, below the game details. ...
  4. Select the previously purchased Downloadable Content.
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Can you use DLC on Switch?

You can expand your game or continue your adventure with paid downloadable content (DLC) for certain games for the Nintendo Switch system. Here's the lowdown on what's included with paid DLC for these great games!
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Is DLC tied to Nintendo Account?

Anyone that uses the purchaser's primary console has access to the digital games or DLC that have been purchased by that Nintendo Account, per Nintendo's terms and conditions.
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Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack - How to Download DLC

What is a DLC with Nintendo Switch game?

These games just keep getting better, thanks to downloadable content (DLC) that can add new stages, characters, and more.
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How do I enable DLC on my Switch?

Access the Nintendo eShop with the Nintendo Account that purchased the DLC. Select the picture of your icon in the upper-right corner to access your Account Information. Highlight Redownload on the left side of the screen and find the DLC in the list. Select the orange icon to begin the download.
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How do you use DLC in games?

Go to your Library. Locate your game with DLC and click the three dots next to the title. Click Manage Add-Ons. To install the DLC, on the next page, move the slider to the right for each one you'd like to install.
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Does Nintendo DLC expire?

A: The download code for the DLC itself doesn't expire; however, if the guest's Switch Online plus Expansion Pack subscription expires, then they can't access the DLC.
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Is Nintendo DLC free?

Access DLC at no additional charge

Your Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership gives you access to select DLC* at no additional charge!
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Do you keep DLC from Nintendo Expansion Pack?

Short answer; all DLC from the subscription ends when you stop paying for the subscription and said subscription ends. So let's say you have the Expansion Pack now, you have 9 months left, and you stop the recurring payment for the subscription, you'll lose that DLC in 9 months time.
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Why can't i use DLC on Switch?

This means that the game has not been purchased on the system, or that this is not the primary console for the Nintendo Account that originally purchased the game. For additional assistance, follow these steps. Restart the Nintendo Switch console and try to access the content again. Redownload the DLC.
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Can you use DLC on a non primary Switch?

While using a non-primary console, downloadable content can only be started by the user that purchased the content. When using downloadable software on a non-primary console, your game will pause if your Nintendo Account is used to access downloadable software on any other Nintendo Switch console.
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How do I install purchased DLC?

Installing DLC in Steam
  1. Open up Steam and go to Library.
  2. Select the game you want the DLC from and then click on Store Page.
  3. Select the DLC you want to buy in the Store page, it's under Content for this game. ...
  4. Now, click on Install content, it's in the receipt page.
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How do I download DLC after purchase?

Locate the correct title in your list of games, then right-click it and select [Properties]. On the DLC tab of the Properties menu, any DLC you own will be listed. Under the "Install" column, a checkbox will show if the DLC has been downloaded and installed. You can check this box to start the download.
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Where is DLC saved on Switch?

All DLC and game updates are stored in the SD card or system memory. Game save data will ONLY save on system memory. From an interview Kotaku did (if everything was translated correctly): The Nintendo Switch system has 32GB of internal NAND memory, a portion of which is reserved for use by the system.
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How do I claim my Animal Crossing DLC?

Complete these steps
  1. Redeem your code in Nintendo eShop.
  2. Launch Animal Crossing: New Horizons from the HOME menu.
  3. Visit Resident Services and access the Nook Stop terminal in the bottom-right corner.
  4. Select Nook Shopping.
  5. Locate the item in the list and press the A Button to proceed with the purchase.
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What happens if I buy a DLC before a game?

If you purchase DLC before purchasing a game, the DLC will be added to your account but it will not be downloadable or accessible until you install the game it is intended for.
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Is Nintendo Switch Online DLC worth it?

If you like to be waist-deep in games at all times, the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack could be well worth it for you. Apart from the fact that when subscribed, you have more retro games than any one person can handle without getting at least slightly overwhelmed, you also have free game trials.
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Do you keep DLC forever?

Short answer; all DLC from the subscription ends when you stop paying for the subscription and said subscription ends. So let's say you have the Expansion Pack now, you have 9 months left, and you stop the recurring payment for the subscription, you'll lose that DLC in 9 months time.
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Does DLC work on the physical copy of a game?

BOTTOMLINE: Yes, you can use digitally downloaded DLC for your physical copies of Switch games. Beware of some pitfalls, though, which you can read a bit more on here.
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Do DLC come with games?

Downloadable content, or DLC, is what gamers call extra content players can download after purchasing a video game. While some DLC is offered for free, players typically must pay additional fees to unlock new content. Freemium games rely entirely on DLC to make a profit.
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Can you play a DLC without the main game?

Yes, you can buy DLC without having the base game installed.
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Why is my DLC not downloading?

Check the Connectivity Issues. Steam DLC not downloading can be caused by connectivity issues. If there are any problems with the Steam server or your Internet connection, the installed DLC can't function properly. To fix this issue, you can check if Steam severs are working properly.
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