Do You Need to Purchase Nintendo Switch Games Twice? Here’s What You Should Know
Find out if you need to buy Nintendo Switch games twice and learn how accounts work with physical and digital copies.
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No, you do not have to buy Switch games twice. Physical copies can be played on any Switch, while digital purchases are tied to your Nintendo account, allowing you to redownload them on other Switch consoles as long as you log in with the same account.
FAQs & Answers
- Can I play my digital Switch games on multiple consoles? Yes, you can play your digital Switch games on multiple consoles as long as you log in to your Nintendo account.
- Are there benefits to buying physical Switch games? Yes, physical Switch games can be shared and resold, while digital games are linked to your account.
- What happens to my digital games if I buy a new Switch? Your digital games can be redownloaded on your new Switch as long as you log in with the same Nintendo account.
- Is it cheaper to buy physical or digital Switch games? It varies; physical games may have resale value while digital games often have discounts during sales.