Does deleting a Switch game delete save data?

if you archive a game in your nintendo switch it'll delete the game's data, but leaves the icon and save data. using the delete option also leaves the save data, but deletes the icon.
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Will I lose everything if I uninstall a game on Switch?

Deleting software data will not impact your save data. Once deleted, software can be redownloaded using the same Nintendo Account with which it was purchased. If a microSD card is inserted, the save location will default to the microSD card when downloading or redownloading software.
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What happens when you delete a Nintendo Switch game?

Delete Software: The software and the icon will be deleted from the HOME Menu. You can redownload it from the Nintendo eShop using the same Nintendo Account with which it was purchased.
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Will deleting save data on one Switch delete it on another?

Your save data will be deleted on the source console. *Save data is stored on the console you're currently using. In order to play games with your latest save data on multiple systems, you'll need to transfer the save data each time you use a different console.
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What happens if I delete a games saved data?

If you delete data for a game, you might also delete any in-game achievements or progress, depending on how the developer has built the game.
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How do I clear my save data on my switch?

If you have old save data from games you no longer play, you can delete it via the HOME Menu by selecting "System Settings" → "Data Management" → "Delete Save Data".
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Is deleting a game the same as uninstalling it?

Deleting a file or or message etc., is simply removing the individual part within the app. Uninstalling is the removal of the programme or app. The app becomes inoperable and all data within it is lost by uninstalling.
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Is Switch game data saved on the cartridge?

Unlike other Nintendo systems, your game Nintendo Switch save data is stored on the console's system memory, not on the cartridge. Even if you buy the digital version and later archive or delete the game from your console, your game saves will be preserved.
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Can you have the same save data on two switches?

You can't have data on both consoles at the same time—unless you pay for Nintendo Switch Online—so make sure you're ready to move before you commit. You can have multiple profiles on a single Switch, and not every profile has to be associated with a Nintendo account.
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Can you have save data on more than one Switch?

If you have a Nintendo Switch Online membership, you can use the Save Data Cloud backup feature to back up save data from one system and download it on another. For more details, read How to Back Up Save Data on Nintendo Switch and How to Download Save Data Cloud Backups.
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What happens when you redownload a game on Switch?

Games that have been deleted will not have an icon on the HOME Menu, and can only be redownloaded with the Nintendo Account that was originally used to purchase them.
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Does uninstalling games save space?

Of course, in theory, you will get the corresponding free disk space after deleting the application. However, there are exceptions. For example, other related files or cached data may still take up your disk space. Therefore, you will also need to delete these associated large files to gain more free disk space.
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Can I uninstall a game and then reinstall it?

If you're having issues with your game, you can try uninstalling and reinstalling the game with a clean Store cache as a solution.
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What is the difference between archive and delete on Switch?

Archiving a game will keep its icon on your Nintendo Switch dashboard, making it easily accessible if you ever wish to redownload it. In comparison, deleting software removes this icon so you'll need to head back into the cumbersome eShop to redownload your game if you want to play it again.
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Do you need two games for two switches?

A: Ok, let me try. If you have two switches for two kids, you will need to buy one game for each console if they want to play the game on their own console or one of them have to take his switch to college when school starts.
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Can two switches play Mario Kart with one game?

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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Can I move my SD card from one Switch to another?

Software downloaded to a microSD card on one system will not be playable on a different system. Do not swap data between multiple microSD cards, or swap your microSD card between multiple systems.
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Do Switch games share save files between physical and digital?

As long as you don't delete your save data, your data will transfer to your digital version. This also means if you have both the digital and physical versions of a game, you should be able to access the same save file from either version.
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What does archiving a game on Switch do?

How to Archive Switch Games. First of all, you can archive a game. This will remove all the data of the game from your system, but keep the icon on your home menu so that you can easily redownload it again in the future. Or maybe just to have loads and loads of game icons to show off a bit.
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Can I get a digital copy of a game I already own Switch?

With the Nintendo Switch you can purchase and download a digital copy of a physical game you own. The physical game does not give you rights to a free digital copy, and never will with Nintendo. For most Switch games a digital copy will be able to use the game save data created by your physical copy.
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Does uninstalling remove everything?

Will uninstalling a program remove all its associated files and registry entries? Uninstalling a program typically removes most of its associated files and components. However, some programs may leave behind residual files or registry entries.
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How do I delete game data after uninstalling?

Open the Google Play Games app. At the top of the screen, tap the three-do menu > Settings. Tap Delete Play Games account & data. Under "Delete individual game data," find the game data you want to remove and tap Delete.
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Does uninstalling remove all files?

When you uninstall an app from your Android device, the default behavior is to delete the app's cache and data. This means that all of the temporary files that the app created, as well as any user data that was stored in the app, will be deleted. However, there are some exceptions to this rule.
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Can I Uninstall and reinstall an app without losing data?

There are two options - Offload app and Delete app. As you can see in the description, offloading an app keeps your files and data saved even if you reinstall the app. Tap this option to delete the app. On the next pop-up agree to Offload the app one more time.
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How do you make sure a game is fully uninstalled?

Select the Search icon on the taskbar, type settings, and then select Settings. Select Apps > Apps & features. On Windows 10, Choose the game you want to uninstall from the list and then select Uninstall two times. On Windows 11, select the More actions button (“…”), and then select Uninstall two times.
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