Can I buy Nintendo Switch games online without a membership?

A Nintendo Account is required to purchase games through the My Nintendo Store.
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Can you buy Switch games without online membership?

You can purchase a game with existing funds, add funds directly when you buy the game, or redeem a Nintendo Switch Game Voucher to purchase eligible games. An Internet connection and Nintendo Account are required to access the Nintendo Switch eShop.
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Do you need a Nintendo membership to play games online?

Now, you have to have a subscription to use the online features of first-party Nintendo games and most third-party games. The one major exception is Fortnite, which can be played online without a subscription.
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Can you buy games on Switch without card?

You can purchase a game with existing funds and/or add funds directly when you buy the game. An internet connection and Nintendo Account are required to access Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch. Details of your Nintendo eShop transaction will be sent to the email address registered to your Nintendo Account.
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Can I play Mario Kart online with friends without subscription?

Multiplayer: Up to 4 players can use one Nintendo Switch console to race on a variety of different courses. Online Play: Race against other players from around the world in a variety of different modes (Regional, Tournaments, Friends, etc). A Nintendo Switch Online membership is required to play online.
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Is it better to get Switch games online or physical?

Much of it comes down to personal preference. If you like having shelves lined with your games that you can browse and reminisce, you'll want to go for physical. If you prefer the convenience and speed offered through digital purchases, and don't want game boxes lying around, then you'll want to go digital.
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Can you play smash online without paying?

To use online services, you must create a Nintendo Account and accept the related agreement. The Nintendo Account Privacy Policy applies. Some online services may not be available in all countries. Online play requires paid online membership.
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Can you download Switch games without membership?

A Nintendo Account is required to purchase games through the My Nintendo Store. You do not need to have your Nintendo Switch with you, but your Nintendo Account must have accessed the Nintendo eShop on a Nintendo Switch system at least once before you can purchase digital games in the My Nintendo Store.
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Can I buy games online for Nintendo Switch?

You can purchase downloadable software on the Nintendo eShop from any Nintendo Switch console associated with your Nintendo Account. The first Nintendo Switch console you use to connect to Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch will become the primary console for your Nintendo Account.
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Can you buy digital Switch games online?

Start playing in a snap when you purchase a digital game from Nintendo eShop on your Nintendo Switch system or online at the My Nintendo Store. The game will be sent to your system automatically after purchase—no code required.
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How much is 1 year Nintendo Online?

Nintendo Switch Online: Individual - 1 month: $3.99, 3 months: $7.99, 1 year: $19.99. Provides a Nintendo Switch Online pass to 1 account. Access to online play. Full access to the Switch Online NES library.
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What does a Nintendo online membership give you?

What is Nintendo Switch Online? Nintendo Switch Online is a paid membership that allows access to additional features, including online play, a library of classic NES™ and Super NES™ games with added online play, save data cloud backup, and a smartphone app.
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Can you play Fortnite on Nintendo Switch without membership?

Do I need a Nintendo Switch Online membership to play Fortnite on Nintendo Switch? No, you do not need a Nintendo Switch Online membership to play Fortnite on Nintendo Switch.
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Is 128GB enough for Switch?

We'd recommend a 128GB SD card for most users; this will give you enough room for about 15-18 Nintendo Switch games on your console, but it's worth noting that smaller indie titles will take up far less space.
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Are games cheaper on Nintendo eShop?

Typically, Nintendo games cost the same between physical and digital. There are exceptions in of course. For instance, the digital version of Switch Sports is ten dollars less than the physical version. As for pre-order discounts, that's on a case by case basis.
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Are Nintendo Accounts free?

A Nintendo Account can be created for free (no cost involved). Only users age 16 or older can create their own Nintendo Account. Accounts for children under age 16 can be added to a Nintendo Account family group by their parent/guardian. Parents/guardians can supervise Nintendo Accounts of any age.
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Can you play Nintendo online games offline?

Can I play Nintendo Switch Online classic games offline? Yes, classic games can be played while you're offline.
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Can you play Mario Kart 8 online for free?

No - Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is a paid for game. All you need to play it is to own a Physical or Digital copy on your Nintendo Switch console. Maybe - You need Nintendo Switch Online Subscription to play online mode of most games, which include Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
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Can 2 players play online on the same Switch?

Nintendo Switch supports multiplayer gaming options of all kinds. You can play together online or in the same room using one system or multiple systems*. Specific features vary by game, such as voice chat or split-screen play, but sharing fun with friends and family is a key focus for Nintendo Switch.
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Can I play smash without WIFI?

super smash bros ultimate can be played offline, but the person who bought it must have that switch set as primary console.
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Is it better to buy games digitally or discs?

There is one major advantage to buying physical versions when you can: you can sell them when you're done or if they suck. You're stuck with a digital purchase forever. Because of this, you can get cheap pre-owned physical games for the Switch almost all the time, and not have to wait for a sale.
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Do digital games stay on Switch?

Game save data and your digital games and downloadable content are tied to your Nintendo Account. We recommend that you transfer your user data from the original system to your replacement system. This will move your Nintendo Account, user profile, save data, and Nintendo eShop purchases to the replacement system.
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Why are online Switch games so expensive?

Key Takeaways. The demand for Nintendo games, combined with the company's commitment to quality, allows them to charge higher prices. While first-party Nintendo games may not see many sales, the popularity of the Switch has led to plenty of bargains from smaller developers on the eShop.
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