Can I play online without Nintendo Switch Online?

Yes, but users must have an active Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership and regularly verify their membership by connecting online. It will be possible to play games in the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack collections up to seven consecutive days without connecting online.
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Do you need Nintendo Switch Online to play online?

Can I play Nintendo Switch games online without becoming a member of the service? A Nintendo Switch Online membership is required to participate in co-op and competitive online features for many first- and third-party Nintendo Switch games, including Splatoon 2, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, ARMS, and Super Smash Bros.
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Can you play Nintendo Switch games without being online?

Games can be played while you are offline, but you must have an active membership and must regularly verify your membership by connecting to the internet.
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Is there a way to get Nintendo online for free?

Nintendo Account users can sign up for a free trial of Nintendo Switch Online. The free trial is available once per Nintendo Account. The free trial can't be used with Nintendo Accounts that already have an active individual or family membership.
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Can you play switch sports online without Nintendo online?

An active Nintendo Switch Online membership is required to play Nintendo Switch Sports online. If you do not have a Nintendo Switch Online membership, you will be able to play a trial competition against computer competitors when you select "Play Globally".
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How much is switch 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 games are free with switch online membership?

Your Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership gives you access to select DLC* at no additional charge!
  • Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass. ...
  • Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Happy Home Paradise. ...
  • Splatoon™ 2: Octo Expansion.
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Do you need Nintendo online for fortnite?

No, you do not need a Nintendo Switch Online membership to play Fortnite on Nintendo Switch.
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What happens if you don't have Nintendo online?

Nintendo Online is only needed for multiplayer over the internet, however. Those without a subscription can still use the Switch's Local Wireless Play feature between two Switch consoles, with up to three players on each console.
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Is it worth getting switch online?

For everything that it brings (online functionality, older console catalogs, some games DLCs), Nintendo Switch Online is already worth it. It's cheaper than other subscriptions of its type, and the number of goodies is good enough.
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Can you play Mario Kart with friends without Nintendo online?

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe supports LAN play, allowing players to connect multiple Nintendo Switch consoles together over a wired connection for the ultimate Mario Kart competition with up to 12 players. Before you get started, you'll need the following items: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (physical or download)
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What is the benefit of Nintendo Switch membership?

Memberships include access to a curated library of classic games! Even better, games include added online functionality so you can compete or cooperate with friends.
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What is the difference between Nintendo Switch Online individual and family?

You can choose from individual memberships (for 1 Nintendo Account) or family memberships - which provide the service to everyone in a Nintendo Account family group (up to 8 members total). (7 days). The free trial is only available in US, Canada, and Mexico.
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Can you share Nintendo Online?

Players using a family membership can access the Nintendo Switch Online service via the same Nintendo Switch system or multiple systems – everyone does not have to use the same system. Multiple users on the same console are not automatically covered by a family membership.
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How much is Nintendo online for 1 month?

You will be charged $3.99 every 30 days, unless and until you cancel your membership by turning off automatic renewal under Account Information on Nintendo eShop or in your Nintendo Account Settings. Users 18 years of age or older must provide credit-card information or a PayPal account to start a free trial.
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Can you get Mario Kart for free on Switch?

Yes, the Mario Kart Tour game is available as a free download. You can purchase in-game currency (called rubies) using real money (optional; not required). You can also acquire rubies for free. There is a paid service that provides various benefits for a monthly fee.
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Do you have to pay for Nintendo Switch Online free trial?

Upon conversion of your free trial to a full membership, and on an ongoing basis thereafter, we will charge you the membership amount unless and until you turn off automatic renewal. Credit card/PayPal account required for users age 18 and up. Terms apply.
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What does Nintendo Online get you?

With a Nintendo Switch Online membership, you'll get access to online play in compatible games, an ever-growing catalog of classic NES™, Super NES™ and Game Boy™ titles with newly added online play, cloud backup for your save data in compatible games, extra features for the free Nintendo Switch Online smartphone app, ...
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Is Nintendo Switch Online $20 a year?

Nintendo Switch Online is available with a variety of subscription plans. These are split into individual or family plans for just Nintendo Switch Online or for Nintendo Switch Online Plus, the expansion pack. The Individual Nintendo Switch Online plan costs $3.99 per month, $7.99 per 3 months, and $19.99 annually.
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Why is Nintendo charging me?

If you see an unknown charge from Nintendo, it is possible the charge was: A recurring payment for a service or subscription that you authorized to automatically renew such as a Nintendo Switch Online membership.
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How do you play Nintendo Switch Online?

Access the Nintendo Switch Online software you want to play. From the menu on the left, select Play Online, then select an online game from the list on the right. If a passcode was set up for the game, you will need to enter it. Once you've joined the game, a notification will briefly appear on the screen.
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What does a 12 month membership for Nintendo Switch do?

With a Nintendo Switch Online membership, you'll get access to online play in compatible games, an ever-growing catalog of classic NES™, Super NES™ and Game Boy™ titles with newly added online play, cloud backup for your save data in compatible games, extra features for the free Nintendo Switch Online smartphone app, ...
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Why can't I play Mario Kart online?

Check for issues related to restrictive router settings

Your router may be blocking traffic necessary to connect with others online, and this may be due to restrictive NAT settings.
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Can you connect 2 Nintendo switches together without WiFi?

The consoles connect directly to each other wirelessly, allowing you to play together in private matches even if there is no internet connection or local WiFi available. You can find this feature by going to the Main Menu > select Play > Play Local > and then choosing to Join Local Lobby or Host Local Lobby.
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