How to Find Out What Digital Games You Own on Switch: A Step-by-Step Guide
As a Switch owner, you may want to know what digital games you have purchased and what games are available for download from the Nintendo eShop. In this article, we will show you how to find out what digital games you own on Switch in a few simple steps.
Step 1: Access the Nintendo eShop
To find out what digital games you own on Switch, you need to access the Nintendo eShop. You can do this by selecting the Nintendo eShop icon on your Switch home screen. Open the eShop and login with your Nintendo Account email and password.
Step 2: Click on Your User Icon
Once you are logged in, click on your user icon in the top right corner of the screen. This will take you to your user profile page, where you can view all your purchased games and more.
Step 3: Click on "Settings"
On your user profile page, click on the "Settings" tab. This will take you to the settings page where you can manage your eShop account and view your purchased games.
Step 4: Click on "Redownloadable Software"
On the settings page, scroll down to the "Redownloadable Software" section. This will show you a list of all the digital games and DLC (downloadable content) you have purchased. You can filter this list by date, alphabetically, or by availability.
Step 5: View Your List of Purchased Games
Once you are in the Redownloadable Software list, you can view the list of digital games and DLC you have purchased. You can also remove games from this list to free up space on your Switch.
Do Digital Games Ever Sell Out?
No, digital games cannot sell out in the same way physical games can. A digital only video game release cannot sell out unless the publisher wants to make a limited copies system like nintendo did in super mario all stars.
Can I Transfer Digital Games to Different Accounts?
No, digital games cannot be transferred to different accounts. Once you purchase a digital game, it is tied to your Nintendo Account and can only be accessed through your account.
Does a Nintendo Account Equal an eShop Account?
Yes, a Nintendo Account is the same as an eShop account. You can use your Nintendo Account to access the Nintendo eShop and purchase and download digital games.
How Do I Restored Purchases on the Nintendo eShop?
To redownload the game, launch the Nintendo eShop using the Nintendo Account that originally purchased the game, select your user icon in the top right corner to access the shop settings, and highlight "Redownload". Select the game in the list of previously purchased titles, then select the orange icon to redownload.
Can I Get a Digital Copy of a Game I Already Own?
Yes, 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.
In conclusion, finding out what digital games you own on Switch is a simple process that can be completed in a few steps. By following these steps, you can view your list of purchased games, redownload games, and manage your eShop account. Additionally, you can transfer your digital games to different Nintendo Accounts, restore purchases, and get a digital copy of a game you already own.