Do you have to pay to play online on Nintendo Switch?

Nintendo Switch Online is a paid service that launched on September 18, 2018, that lets members enjoy online play in compatible Nintendo Switch games, access a selection of classic NES games with online functionality, back up save data for most games, and use additional features for the Nintendo Switch Online ...
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Can you play Nintendo Switch Online without paying?

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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Does it cost to play online with Nintendo Switch?

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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How can I play Nintendo Switch Online with friends for free?

Complete these steps
  1. Access the Nintendo Switch Online software you want to play.
  2. From the menu on the left, select Play Online. ...
  3. Select the game you want to play online. ...
  4. Select Invite a Friend to send an invite to users you have added as Friends.
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Do you have to buy Nintendo Switch Online to play with friends?

A Nintendo Switch Online membership may be required for online multiplayer and other online features in compatible games. This service also gives you access to classic NES™ and Super NES™ games, cloud saves, a smart device app, and exclusive offers.
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Can you play Mario Kart without Nintendo Online?

A Nintendo Switch Online membership is required to play online. Wireless Play: 2 - 8 players (up to 2 per console) can race in a variety of different modes and courses. LAN Play: Up to 12 players can race via LAN connection.
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Is there a subscription for Nintendo Switch?

A Nintendo Switch Online membership provides access to many online services on Nintendo Switch. 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).
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What does a Nintendo switch online membership do?

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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How to play Mario Kart online with friends free?

Join the Custom Room (Away Team)
  1. Open Mario Kart™ 8 Deluxe.
  2. Select Online Play from the Main Menu. ...
  3. Select Friends.
  4. Select Search by Room ID.
  5. Choose the Racer & Kart frame/glider/wheels, then click the A button to confirm. ...
  6. Once all players have joined, proceed to Match Protocol.
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How long is the Nintendo online free trial?

You'll receive a download code for the Nintendo Switch Online: Free 7-Day Trial.
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Are Nintendo accounts free?

Use the "Create a Nintendo Account" button on the Nintendo homepage to create a free account. Users must have an email address and be 13 years or older to create an account.
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What happens if you don't pay Nintendo Switch Online?

If your Nintendo Switch Online membership expires, you won't be able to access your Save Data Cloud backups. However, Nintendo will allow users who resubscribe within 180 days to access their previous Save Data Cloud backups.
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How do you play online on switch?

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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Can 2 people play Mario Kart on switch?

Split Screen: Two players with two karts can race together on the same Nintendo Switch system. One Nintendo Switch system is required. Each player needs their own controller and their own kart (Mario or Luigi).
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Can you play Mario Kart with friends without switch online?

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe supports wireless play, allowing up to 8 players to connect multiple Nintendo Switch consoles together via a local wireless connection.
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What is the benefit of Switch membership?

Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack

Enjoy all the benefits of the standard Nintendo Switch Online membership in addition to a growing library of classic Nintendo 64, Game Boy Advance and SEGA Mega Drive games. Access to downloadable expansions for select Nintendo Switch games is also included with this membership.
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Why do I need a Nintendo online account?

A Nintendo Account is required to use online services on Nintendo Switch systems (such as Nintendo Switch eShop purchases). A Nintendo Account is also used for certain web services (like My Nintendo), and can be used with smart-device applications (like Super Mario Run).
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Does Nintendo Switch come with games?

When you purchase a Nintendo Switch system, it may come with a game to be downloaded. There are two types of full game downloads included in Nintendo Switch bundles: download codes that can be redeemed in Nintendo eShop, and games that are registered to your Nintendo Account when you open the Nintendo eShop.
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Is Nintendo online per month?

The Individual Nintendo Switch Online plan costs $3.99 per month, $7.99 per 3 months, and $19.99 annually. If you add the expansion pack to this, it costs $49.99 per year, and you cannot pay for the Nintendo Switch Online expansion pack monthly.
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Do you need Nintendo membership to download games?

A Nintendo Account is required to purchase games through the My Nintendo Store. The games you buy will be automatically downloaded to the system that is associated with your Nintendo Account.
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How do you pay for Nintendo online?

If you selected "Nintendo eShop funds" as the automatic renewal method, select a payment method for the purchase (Credit Card, Nintendo eShop Card, or PayPal) when prompted and enter the relevant information. Review the purchase information, then check Agree and select Purchase to complete the membership purchase.
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Do you have to pay for Mario Kart Online?

A Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) is required to play online, and your Mario Kart 8 Deluxe game must be updated to the latest software version.
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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 I play any game with Nintendo Switch Online?

Active Nintendo Switch Online members will have ongoing access to all classic games in the NES™, Super NES™ and Game Boy™ - Nintendo Switch Online collections.
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Do you need a Nintendo switch online membership to play Disney Dreamlight Valley?

Two to four friends, including yourself, will be able to experience Disney Dreamlight Valley together via online multiplayer. Do I need to subscribe to Xbox Game Pass, PlayStation®Plus, or Nintendo Switch Online to use the multiplayer feature? Yes.
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