Will Nintendo replace a lost game?

@JellySlap No, if you lose a physical game, you'll have to buy it again. If you replace it, it doesn't matter if you buy digital or physical since game save data is stored separately on Switch internal memory. On the plus side, if you replace the game, you'll be able to resume your game progress where you left off.

Can I get my games back if I lose my Switch?

If you replace your Switch, any eShop purchases can be re-downloaded for free. Your game saves, however, will be gone. Be sure to take advantage of Nintendo Switch Online's Save Data Backup feature for games that support it.

What happens if I lost my Animal Crossing game?

@shgduodhxcg Just to elaborate a bit, you haven't lost any save data, but you will need to buy the game physically or digitally again to play it. Your first anything is important; a memory you don't want to forget. That's what makes nostalgia such a fascinating concept.

Do Nintendo Switch games have warranty?

Nintendo systems carry a standard 12-month warranty, which is one of the longest standard warranties in the video game industry. Games and accessories sold individually carry a three-month warranty.

Can I get a digital copy of a game I already own Switch?

With the Nintendo Switch you can purchase and download a digital copy of a physical game you own. The physical game does not give you rights to a free digital copy, and never will with Nintendo. For most Switch games a digital copy will be able to use the game save data created by your physical copy.

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What happens if you have a physical and digital copy of a game on Switch?

If you have both physical & digital, the switch will play the game from the cart when the cart is inserted. The switch doesn't care where the game comes from. The save data is stored separately from the game on the Switch's internal memory.

How do I download already owned games on Switch?

To redownload the game, launch the Nintendo eShop using the Nintendo Account that originally purchased the game, select your user icon in the top-right corner to access the shop settings, and highlight Redownload. Select the game in the list of previously purchased titles, then select the orange icon to redownload.

What is covered under Nintendo Switch warranty?

LIMITED HARDWARE WARRANTY

Nintendo of America Inc. ("Nintendo") warrants to the original purchaser that the hardware product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for twelve (12) months from the date of purchase.

What voids Nintendo warranty?

Using the Nintendo console for commercial purposes, such as renting out, voids the warranty. Warranty doesn't cover defects resulting from tampering negligence and improper modification of hardware or software.

How does game warranty work?

Game will honour all manufacturer warranties and guarantees. So if your product is defective after six months but before the end of the manufacturers guarantee or warranty, we will send your goods in for repairs. The manufacturer will determine whether your goods will be replaced or repaired.

Is Animal Crossing a never ending game?

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Unless you time-travel through your console settings, you go through the game much like you go through real life. Every day and season has something new, be it a tourist, camper, or special holiday. Technically, the "story" ends in New Horizons when K.K. Slider shows up at your town.

How do I restore my Animal Crossing game?

Select the island you wish to restore on your Nintendo Switch system, then select Recover Data. Select Yes, please to confirm you are ready to restore the selected island backup. If you started a new island on your Nintendo Switch, it will be lost and replaced with your island backup.

Will I lose everything if I delete Animal Crossing from Switch?

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. If a microSD card is inserted, the save location will default to the microSD card when downloading or redownloading software.

Will Nintendo repair without proof of purchase?

The warranty is not valid without proof of purchase. Physical damage is not covered by the warranty, but it is possible that Nintendo or one of our Authorized Service centers can repair your product.

Will Nintendo repair for free?

How much will it cost? If your product issue is covered under our warranty, you won't pay a fee. Otherwise, repairs are considered out of warranty (and not covered) when: Your product is no longer covered by the Nintendo warranty.

What happens if you dont have proof of purchase for Nintendo repair?

The proof of purchase must be sent to our repairs services along with the damaged product, inside of the same package. If you did not submit the proof of purchase in the parcel you sent to our repairs centre, please use our contact form here and kindly provide the proof of purchase by uploading it as an attachment.

Does Nintendo Switch warranty cover theft?

Theft. Covered Worldwide as standard. Mechanical breakdown (once the manufacturer's warranty has run out). Unlimited repairs.

How does insurance work for Nintendo Switch?

The Nintendo Switch comes with 24 months coverage under the manufacturer's warranty as standard but it can't be extended. The warranty will cover any manufacturing or workmanship defects that affects the hardware.

Do you need a receipt for Nintendo Switch?

For the Switch to be covered by the warranty, you must have the receipt you received when you purchased the console. If you do not have it, the console won't be covered by the warranty even if the warranty period is still on.

Why can't I find a game on my Switch?

What to do. Make sure that your system is connected to the Internet and meets the requirements for off-device purchases. Check the Nintendo Switch HOME Menu to see if there is a game icon that shows that the download is currently in progress. If the download is still in progress, wait until the download is complete.

Can two accounts download the same game on the Switch?

Additonal information. 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. Only one Nintendo Switch console can be the primary console for your Nintendo Account at any given time.

Why is my purchased game not showing up on Switch?

If the game does not appear in the list of previously purchased titles, a different Nintendo Account was originally used to purchase the game. Try again with the other accounts on the console until you locate the one that was used to make the purchase.

What to do if you lose physical copy of a Switch game?

We recommend purchasing a replacement copy of the game at a retailer. If the game is published by a licensee company, you will need to contact that company for repair/replacement options.

Is it better to get Switch games digitally or physically?

Much of it comes down to personal preference. If you like having shelves lined with your games that you can browse and reminisce, you'll want to go for physical. If you prefer the convenience and speed offered through digital purchases, and don't want game boxes lying around, then you'll want to go digital.

Are digital Switch games permanent?

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.