What happens if you delete a paid game on switch?

Downloadable software can be deleted from the console's system memory or saved to a microSD card in order to free up space. Deleting software data will not impact your save data. Once deleted, software can be redownloaded using the same Nintendo Account with which it was purchased.

Can you delete a game on Nintendo Switch and get your money back?

We are unable to provide refunds or exchanges for mistaken purchases. Please be sure to read the game descriptions and check out the screen shots available through the Nintendo eShop before making purchases. We also encourage you to visit nintendo.com for information about the games available for our systems.

Can you delete a Switch game and keep the save data?

After selecting a deletion option, your Nintendo Switch will permanently remove any saved data you have for the selected game.

Do you have to pay to redownload games on Switch?

If the game is not appearing on the HOME Menu, it can be redownloaded at no cost using the same Nintendo Account that originally purchased the game.

Why can't i redownload a purchased game on Switch?

You can only redownload games using the Nintendo Account that was used to purchase the game. If a specific game or DLC item shows "Purchased" in Nintendo eShop but you are unable to redownload it, you may find our information on Software Displays "Purchased" in the Nintendo Switch eShop helpful.

Nintendo Switch: How to Uninstall / Delete Games & Apps

Can you redownload eShop games?

Once deleted, Nintendo eShop purchases can be redownloaded at no cost. Downloaded items appear as a gift on the HOME Menu. Once they have fully downloaded, you can tap them to access the software.

Do I have to rebuy games on Switch?

Information. Purchases on the Nintendo Switch eShop are tied to the Nintendo Account that made the purchase. 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.

Do you have to buy Switch games twice?

Purchases made using a Nintendo Account can be redownloaded and played on any Nintendo Switch console it is linked to. You can link your Nintendo Account to user profiles on multiple consoles.

How to free up space on Nintendo Switch without deleting games?

You can free up space in the System Memory using Manage Save Data/Screenshots. Software data (including downloaded software, software updates, and screenshots) can be stored on the System Memory or on a microSD card. Learn more about data management on Nintendo Switch.

Is it better to archive or delete games on Switch?

Both choices will simply delete the game software itself from your Switch to free up storage space. That being said, archiving makes it just a little bit easier to go back to a game you've removed should you decide to reinstall and play again.

What is the difference between archiving and deleting games on Switch?

Archive Software:*

The downloaded software will be deleted to free up storage space. You can redownload it by selecting the software icon on the HOME Menu. Delete Software: The software and the icon will be deleted from the HOME Menu. The software can be redownloaded from the Nintendo eShop.

What does deleting saved game data do?

You can delete Play Games data from your Google account for one or all games you've played. If you delete data for a game, you might also delete any in-game achievements or progress, depending on how the developer has built the game.

Can you permanently delete a game from switch?

Since the base Nintendo Switch comes with only 32GB of storage, you may find that you run out of space after only playing a couple of games. Thankfully, you always have the option of deleting games that you're no longer interested in playing, so you have more space to play.

What does archiving a game on switch do?

Archiving will allow you to delete downloaded software in order to free up space while preserving the software icon on the HOME Menu. Learn more about how to redownload the software by selecting the icon.

Does game do refund?

If you've changed your mind - bring it back in an unused condition, in the original packaging, and we will either exchange it or refund you. Exceptions are indicated accordingly at point-of-purchase.

How many games can you own on Switch?

the Nintendo switch has a hard drive. (Type SSD) that can carry up to 32GB of Storage. out of that about 5GB is dedicated to the operation system. you can have as many games as you'd like.

Can 2 Nintendo switches share the same game?

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.

Can I have more than 12 saved games in Switch?

The All Software menu and groups are only available when more than 12 software titles are saved on the Nintendo Switch system. Up to 100 groups can be created with a max of 200 titles per group. The same software title can be added to multiple groups.

Are Switch games tied to console or account?

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.

Can you keep games on Nintendo Switch when selling?

Yes you can. You can sell your cartridges only not downloaded games on a memory card. If you sell privately or online you will get more money.

Do you lose eShop games?

All games you buy digitally are stored via your Nintendo Account ID, so you can just redownload them as many times as you want when you delete games to free up space, no problem. You can't lose a digital game since it's right there on your system.

Do Nintendo eShop games expire?

Download codes purchased from retailers or bundled with Nintendo products do not expire. However, download codes given out for a specific promotion (Hyrule Warriors DLC pack, Pokémon distributions, etc.) and those obtained through My Nintendo will usually have an expiry date.

Where are my purchased games on Nintendo Switch?

Visit the Nintendo Account website, and sign in to your Nintendo Account. From the profile settings, select Shop menu. Select Purchase History. A list of the transactions associated to your Nintendo Account will appear here, as well as any promotional or bundled download codes included with your purchases.

How do I reset my Switch games to sell?