If you haven’t jumped on the Nintendo Account bandwagon yet, now’s the perfect time to get in on the action. Signing up is completely free, and there’s a world of perks waiting for you. Once you’ve got your account, you unlock the door to the My Nintendo rewards program. It’s like a loyalty card—but much more fun—where you earn points for buying digital games from the Nintendo eShop, using Nintendo apps on your smart device, or even just logging into various Nintendo services.
If you’re curious about how to snag downloadable games, the official Nintendo website is your go-to resource. They have all the details there. Plus, the Nintendo eShop website is a treasure trove of downloadable content just waiting to be explored.
Remember, prices can shift, so either check directly with the Nintendo eShop or visit the game pages to get the most current pricing scoop. Just to give you a heads up, downloading demos from the Nintendo eShop on your Switch requires a Nintendo Account. You know the drill—terms and conditions apply.
To purchase downloadable games or snag demos and free software from the Nintendo eShop through the website, you’ll need your Nintendo Account linked to your Switch console. Make sure your console is set up as the active one for downloads by visiting the eShop on that device at least once. For smooth sailing with automatic downloads, keep your system updated, connected to the internet, and ensure there’s enough storage available. For more tips, swing by our Support section. Just so you know, any purchase or demo download you kick off on the Nintendo site goes through the eShop.