Can You Play the Same Game on Two Different Nintendo Switch Consoles?

Learn how to share your Nintendo Switch games between consoles with our quick guide.

56 views

Yes, you can play the same game on two different Switches. You need to set one Switch as your primary console and the other as your secondary. On the secondary console, you'll have to be connected to the internet to access your purchased games. Just ensure both Switches are linked to the same Nintendo account.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How do I set a Nintendo Switch as my primary console? To set a Switch as your primary console, log into your Nintendo account on that console and navigate to the account settings to designate it as primary.
  2. Can I play digital games offline on the secondary Switch? No, the secondary Switch must be connected to the internet to access your purchased digital games.
  3. What happens if I disconnect the internet on my secondary Switch? If you disconnect the internet, you won’t be able to access the digital games associated with your Nintendo account on the secondary Switch.
  4. Can I have multiple primary consoles? No, you can only have one primary console linked to your Nintendo account at a time.