Why can't i play shared games on Switch?

Digital games and downloadable content are tied to the Nintendo Account that purchased them. Other people can only play your digital content if they are playing on your primary consoleNintendo Accounts can be linked to multiple Nintendo Switch consoles, but can only have one primary console.
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Why can't other users play my games on Switch?

If you change the primary console for your Nintendo Account, your games will not be playable by others on the system unless you make it the primary one again for your Nintendo Account.
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How do I play shared games on Switch?

Gamesharing on Nintendo Switch basically boils down to signing out of your account on one console and signing into your account on another. All you need is a user account, an internet connection, and a digital game you want to share.
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Why won t it allow me to play games i purchased on the Nintendo 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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Why can't my kids play my Switch games?

Parental controls can restrict the download and use of certain content, set play time limits, and restrict the use of certain features on Nintendo Switch. Parental controls are set for the system - not the user. Once set, the same restrictions will be in place for everyone that uses the system.
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How to Game Share Between Two Nintendo Switch Consoles! (EASY) (2022) SCG

How do I share digital Switch games with kids?

You'll just need to log into a friend's Switch and set their console as the primary console. Afterwards, you'll be able to redownload games from the eShop. Keep in mind this can only be done with digital games, and only one account can act as the primary per Switch.
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Can my kids share Switch games?

Here's the easy part. Once you've set your primary Switch console, just download all the games you want to share with your family. On your primary Switch, anyone can play any game — no online license check necessary. If you want to check your full list of owned games, check the Redownload tab in the eShop profile menu.
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Why can't I play with friends on Nintendo?

Ensure each user has their own profile with a unique Nintendo Account. Ensure all consoles have the latest system update. On each console, check for any available software updates for the game.
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How do I access purchased games on Switch?

From the HOME Menu, open Nintendo eShop with the Nintendo Account that purchased the game. Select the picture of your icon in the upper right corner to access your Account Information. Highlight Redownload on the left side of the screen. A list of titles you've purchased will appear.
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Why does my Nintendo say you must have the software in order to play?

This message usually indicates that you are trying to start DLC. The full game is required to access DLC. for a game that is not present on your Nintendo Switch console. It does not indicate that there is a problem with your system.
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Can two users play the same game on Switch?

You can't play the same game at the same time on both console with the same account on both Switch. That's Nintendo DRM doesn't allow that. You can play one at a time unless you have physical copy on the other console.
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Can I use 2 Nintendo Switch with the same account?

Nintendo Accounts can be linked to multiple Nintendo Switch consoles, but you can only have one primary console at a time. The first Nintendo Switch console you use to connect to Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch will become your primary console.
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Can 2 switches play together?

The Nintendo Switch family of systems supports multiplayer gaming options of all kinds. You can play together online or in the same room using one system or multiple systems*.
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Are Nintendo Switch games linked to my account?

You can transfer your account and purchases, but game saves are tied to the Switch itself. The Switch uses a Nintendo Account, not the NNID, and the purchases are tied to your Nintendo Account.
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Why does my switch keep saying downloadable content Cannot be played?

If you are not using your primary console to play, you will receive this message from time to time as you must have an active internet connection to play your downloaded games and content on a non-primary console.
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Can you download purchased games on another switch?

Nintendo allows you to have one console as your primary console, and you may log in on other consoles as well. On any non-primary console, any digital games you own can be downloaded and played as long as you have an internet connection, but only by you.
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How do I join my friends game on Nintendo?

When someone on your Friend List has invited you to join their game, you can view and accept their invite by selecting your User profile in the top-left of the Nintendo Switch HOME Menu and scrolling down to Online Play Invites.
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Why won t Mario Kart let me play with friends?

Possible Solutions:

Confirm that you have registered Friends to the user playing the game. Restart the Nintendo Switch console. To restart the console, press the POWER Button for three seconds, and then select "Power Options," followed by "Restart." Move the Nintendo Switch console closer to the wireless router.
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How do you set up a Nintendo Switch to play with friends?

From the HOME Menu, select the icon of your user to access your user page. On your user page, select "Add Friend". Select the method by which you want to add a friend and follow the on-screen instructions. You can bring consoles together and send a friend request to nearby Users.
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Can I borrow my friends Switch games?

Yes, Switch games are not tied down to a console, so you can share (lend) a physical game to your friend. Physical Copy?
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Do I need 2 Nintendo switches if I have 2 kids?

1 switch is the primary. It can play games under any profile. The other switch is the secondary. It can only play games under the profile that purchased as long as that profile isn't playing the game under the profile that purchased on the primary Switch.
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Do I have to buy Switch games twice?

Yes and no. DLC only applies for the account that purchased it. The exception to this is Primary Console which allows all users on the same console to access digital purchases, including DLC. So for you to enjoy the DLC on the same console, no you do not need to buy the same digital content twice.
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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 transfer my digital Switch games to another account?

You need to have your same Nintendo Account on all systems. You cannot transfer games to different accounts.
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