What's the point of 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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What are the benefits of Nintendo Switch Online?

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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Is it necessary to buy Nintendo Switch Online?

Nintendo Switch Online is (mostly) required for online multiplayer. Before Switch Online launched, Nintendo offered free online multiplayer for games like Splatoon 2 and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Now, you have to have a subscription to use the online features of first-party Nintendo games and most third-party games.
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What is the point of Nintendo Switch Online app?

The Nintendo Switch Online app is compatible with select games, giving players the ability to voice chat during various online game modes, and use game-specific features, such as SplatNet 3 for Splatoon 3. The app is available for iOS and Android devices.
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Do you get free games with Nintendo Online?

Switch Online is a paid service that you need if you want to play online, but it also brings a bunch of other benefits, including free games to download and play whenever you like. Here's everything you need to know about Nintendo Switch Online, including its pricing, family plans and what it has to offer.
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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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How long is Nintendo online free?

Select Nintendo eShop on the HOME Menu to launch Nintendo eShop. Select the account you want to use. Select Nintendo Switch Online on the left side of the screen. If there is a banner saying You can start a free 7-day trial! in the upper right of the screen, select View/Change Membership directly below it.
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Can you watch Netflix on Switch?

1. Introduction. While you can't watch Netflix on your Nintendo Switch at this time, other video streaming services are available.
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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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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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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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Do I need Nintendo Switch Online to play Fortnite?

No, you do not need a Nintendo Switch Online membership to play Fortnite on Nintendo Switch.
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Can you get free games on Nintendo Switch?

Did you know that there are lots of amazing free-to-play games available for the Nintendo Switch™ system? Now you do! Whether you're starting your game library or looking to build it up, you can add a few more games without having to empty your piggy bank.
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How to get Nintendo Switch Online for free?

Select Free Trial in the "Nintendo Switch Online individual membership" section. If this option cannot be selected, then you either already have an existing Nintendo Switch Online membership or you have already received the free trial.
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What's the difference between Nintendo Online and expansion pack?

Overall, both the Nintendo Switch Online and Nintendo Switch Expansion Pack memberships offer up a lot of similar features, with the main difference being that the Expansion Pack gives players the chance to play Sega Genesis, N64, Game Boy and Game Boy Advance games, as well as DLC for two iconic Nintendo titles.
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Is Disney plus on Nintendo Switch?

Disney Plus on Switch might seem like a match made in heaven, but there isn't a Disney Plus app for Nintendo. Fortunately, you can still watch Disney Plus, on a device other than the Nintendo Switch.
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Can I watch Crunchyroll on my Switch?

The Crunchyroll application for Nintendo Switch™ is available for download from Nintendo eShop storefronts in the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. The app can be used in any of the 200+ countries where Crunchyroll as a service is available.
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Is Hulu on Nintendo Switch?

Important: Using the Hulu app on Nintendo Switch requires a Nintendo Account, an active Internet connection, and a Hulu subscription (this includes free trial plans). Connect the Nintendo Switch console online. Download the Hulu application from Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch or the My Nintendo Store.
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Is Nintendo online $20 a year?

While the standard individual membership is $20 per year, the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership is $50 per year.
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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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Is Nintendo online 20 dollars 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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Is Nintendo Switch Online permanent?

If you purchase a Nintendo Switch Online membership, your membership will automatically renew for the selected price and subscription term unless you cancel it by turning off automatic renewal under Account Information on Nintendo eShop or in your Nintendo Account settings.
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Can Nintendo Online expire?

You will be able to continue to use the Nintendo Switch Online service until it ends on the date listed in your membership settings on Nintendo eShop and the Nintendo Account website. For steps to turn off auto-renewal, read How to Adjust Nintendo Switch Online Auto-Renewal Settings.
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What age is Nintendo online for?

Nintendo Accounts can only be created by users age 16 and older. However, Nintendo Account users age 18 and older can create and add up to five Nintendo Accounts for children (age 17 and under) to their Nintendo Account.
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