How to download a game on Nintendo Switch if it says purchased?

To download a purchased game on Nintendo Switch, go to the eShop, tap your profile icon (top right), select "Redownload," and choose the game from your library to start the download; if it's on your HOME Menu, select the icon and hit "Download," or check "All Software" if it's missing.
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How to download a game on Switch when it says purchased?

Click on your profile icon in the top right corner of the eshop. Then click on the Redownload option and any game that you have purchased that isn't currently on the console will be available to redownload.
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How do I add a purchased game to my Nintendo Switch?

Complete these steps
  1. Link a Nintendo Account to your Nintendo Switch console.
  2. Access Nintendo eShop on your console and select your Nintendo Account.
  3. Purchase games and/or add funds in Nintendo eShop. These will be tied to your Nintendo Account.
  4. Download and start playing the games you have purchased.
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Why can't I play a game I bought on Switch?

If so, said switch was likely trying to verify (via internet) if you have permission to play a game you've downloaded, as it needs to check if the game is purchased with your Nintendo account. Setting the console to 'primary' instead would prevent this verification check.
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How to fix Nintendo Switch not downloading games?

When your Nintendo Switch shows a download error, first check your internet connection stability. Restart the console and try downloading again. Clear the cache via System Settings > System > Formatting Options > Clear Cache. Ensure sufficient storage space is available.
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How to Download Purchased Games on Nintendo Switch (Redownload Games)

Why is my game not downloading?

Make sure you have a strong Wi-Fi or mobile data connection. Check your storage space. Make sure your device has enough storage space to download the app. Clear the cache and data of the Google Play Store app.
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Why is my Nintendo Switch stuck on downloading?

If the issue persists, restart the console, then wait for the console to connect to the internet. Shortly after connecting to the internet, the download should start to progress as long as you have not started any software that may pause the download.
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Why does my Nintendo Switch eShop say purchased?

When a game or DLC is listed as "Purchased" when browsing or searching in Nintendo eShop, or displays "Virtual Game Cards" or "Set to Not Redownload" on the product information page, it means the game has already been purchased by the Nintendo Account used to access Nintendo eShop.
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What is the most common problem with the Nintendo Switch?

Joy-Con drift is arguably the most talked-about issue with the Nintendo Switch Console.
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Why is the eShop not working?

Power off your Nintendo Switch console, power it back on, and re-try connecting to the internet. Try connecting to the internet using a different wireless network. Make sure that you have installed the latest system update. Verify whether other devices can access the internet while on the same network.
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Why is my purchased game not showing up on switch?

Open Virtual Game Cards from the HOME Menu and select your user. Any games that have been purchased or redeemed on the console will appear here and can be redownloaded at no additional cost. Verify that the funds were taken from your Nintendo eShop balance. If the funds are still there, the order did not go through.
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Where are my purchased games on Switch?

Where would you like to view your purchase history? Open Virtual Game Cards on the HOME Menu. If there are multiple users on your console, select the user with the history you want to view. Purchases can only be viewed by selecting the Nintendo Account that was used to make them.
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Do I have to buy a game twice if I have two Nintendo Switches?

Digital games and downloadable content are tied to the Nintendo Account that was used to purchase them. Other people can only play your digital content if they are playing on a console where you have loaded the content as a virtual game card, and vice versa.
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How do I add purchased games to Switch?

Complete these steps
  1. Link a Nintendo Account to your console.
  2. Access the Nintendo eShop on the console and select your Nintendo Account.
  3. Purchase games and/or add funds in the Nintendo eShop. These will be tied to your Nintendo Account.
  4. Download and start playing the games you have purchased.
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Can I get a refund on a Switch game?

We are unable to provide refunds or exchanges for mistaken purchases, and/or if you don't like the game.
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Can Nintendo Switch games be downloaded twice?

If you do not have access to the original console, you can sign in to your Nintendo Account on the new console and download your digital games. Game save data that was backed up using the Cloud Save Data feature of Nintendo Switch Online can be redownloaded on the new console if your membership is still active.
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What is the most disliked game?

Retrospectively, Night Trap was ranked one of the worst video games of all time by Electronic Gaming Monthly, GamesRadar, and Computer Gaming World. A remastered version of the game was released in April 2017 for the PlayStation 4, and later in August 2017 for the Nintendo Switch.
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What is the lifespan of a switch?

The lifespan of your Nintendo Switch is 6–10 years if you take good care of it. You shouldn't have any wear and tear or issues with internal components before then.
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Why is my purchased game not downloading on Switch?

Make sure that your console is connected to the internet and meets our download requirements. The Nintendo Switch must have an active internet connection. The Nintendo Switch must have enough memory space available for the game. The console must be turned on or in sleep mode when you redeem the game.
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How to redownload games on Switch when it says purchased?

Select Virtual Game Cards from the HOME Menu. Select the user that purchased the game or DLC. If you have enabled user verification, you may be prompted to confirm your identity by re-entering your password or entering a PIN. Select the game or DLC you want to redownload from the list of your virtual game cards.
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Why can't I play a game I bought on my Switch?

This error message may indicate that you are not using the primary console for the Nintendo Account that purchased the game. On a non-primary console, the game can only be started by the player that owns the game. The solution depends on who originally purchased the game.
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What to do if my game is not downloading?

Basic troubleshooting steps
  1. Check your Wi-Fi or mobile data connection.
  2. Check your storage space.
  3. Check for Android system updates.
  4. Close & reopen Google Play Store.
  5. Restart your device.
  6. Check date and time settings.
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Why is my Nintendo Switch taking forever to download a game?

Slow internet from the ISP. Slow or unresponsive networking equipment. Wireless interference or a weak wireless signal. Multiple devices on the same network using an excessive amount of bandwidth.
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How long does it take for a Nintendo Switch to get to 100%?

The Nintendo Switch console takes approximately 3 hours to fully charge when the console is powered off or in sleep mode. Charging time will be longer if the console is in use.
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