If you haven’t gotten around to setting up a Nintendo Account yet, now’s the perfect time to do it—and it’s completely free! A Nintendo Account opens up a world of possibilities, including the chance to join the My Nintendo rewards program. This means you can earn points not only when you buy eligible digital games from the Nintendo eShop but also by using various Nintendo apps on your smartphone or simply by logging into Nintendo services like the eShop itself.
For a deep dive into buying download games, head over to Nintendo’s official website. And if you’re on the hunt for more exciting content, the Nintendo eShop online is the place to browse.
Just a heads up: for the most up-to-date pricing info, make sure to check the Nintendo eShop or visit specific game pages.
To download demos from the Nintendo eShop on your Nintendo Switch, you’ll need to register a Nintendo Account. Keep in mind, terms and conditions do apply.
If you plan on purchasing download games or grabbing demos and free software from the Nintendo eShop online, your Nintendo Account must be linked to your Switch console. Make sure your console is set as the active download device by visiting the eShop on that console at least once. Don’t forget, for any downloads to start automatically, your system needs to have the latest updates, be connected to the internet, and have automatic downloads turned on with enough storage space available. For more details, check out our Support section. Just to note, any purchases or demo activations made through the Nintendo website are handled via the Nintendo eShop.
