If you haven’t snagged yourself a Nintendo Account yet, it’s definitely worth doing so—you can set one up for free. A Nintendo Account opens the door to reaping the benefits of the My Nintendo rewards program. This means you can collect points not only by purchasing eligible digital games directly from the Nintendo eShop but also by using Nintendo apps on your smartphone or just by logging into various Nintendo services, including the eShop itself.
Curious about how to buy downloadable games? The official Nintendo website has all the guidance you need there. And if you’re on the lookout for more awesome downloadable content, check out our dedicated Nintendo eShop site.
Just a quick reminder: be sure to visit the Nintendo eShop or game pages for the most current pricing details.
To download demos from the Nintendo eShop on your Switch, you do need to register a Nintendo Account first—terms and conditions apply. It’s also important to note that if you want to buy or download games and demos from the eShop via the official site, you’ll need your Nintendo Account linked to your Nintendo Switch console. Make sure your console is set as the active one for downloads by visiting the eShop on the console at least once. For a seamless download experience, your system should be updated and connected to the internet with automatic downloads enabled, plus have enough storage space. For more information, don’t hesitate to visit our Support section. Remember, any purchases or demo downloads done through the Nintendo website are processed through the eShop itself.
