Haven’t set up a Nintendo Account yet? Swing by their website to create one for free. Having a Nintendo Account lets you dive into the My Nintendo rewards program, where you can earn points when buying eligible digital games from the Nintendo eShop. Plus, you can rack up points by using Nintendo’s apps on your smart device or even just signing into Nintendo services like the Nintendo eShop.
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Remember to pop into the Nintendo eShop or check out individual game pages for the latest pricing details. To download demos from the Nintendo eShop on your Nintendo Switch, you’ll need to have a registered Nintendo Account. As always, terms and conditions apply.
If you’re planning to buy download games or grab demos and free software from the Nintendo eShop via the official site, a Nintendo Account linked to your Switch is essential. Your console needs to be set as the active one for downloads. This means you must visit the Nintendo eShop on the console you intend to use for the first time. For a seamless downloading experience, ensure your system is updated, connected to the internet with automatic downloads enabled, and that there’s enough storage space. For more help, check out our Support section. When you make purchases or activate demo downloads through the Nintendo website, remember that they’re processed via the Nintendo eShop.