Will I Lose My Nintendo Games If I Get a New Switch?
Learn how to keep your Nintendo games when switching to a new console effortlessly.
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No, you won't lose your games if you get a new Switch. Simply log into your Nintendo account on the new device. You can redownload purchased games from the eShop under your account. For game progress, use the Cloud Save feature if you have a Nintendo Switch Online subscription, or transfer data directly between consoles.
FAQs & Answers
- Can I transfer my saved games to a new Switch? Yes, use the Cloud Save feature or transfer data directly if you're a Nintendo Switch Online subscriber.
- Will my purchases carry over to a new Nintendo Switch? Yes, as long as you log into the same Nintendo account, you can redownload your purchased games.
- Do I need a Nintendo Switch Online subscription for game transfer? While it's not necessary for redownloading games, a subscription enables Cloud Save for easier data transfer.
- What happens to my game progress when I switch consoles? You can keep your game progress by using the Cloud Save feature or by transferring data directly between your console.