How to Buy Someone Else’s Nintendo Online
Are you looking to purchase a Nintendo online subscription for someone else? Maybe you want to gift a loved one a year’s worth of online gaming, or perhaps you’re trying to help a friend access a specific online feature. Whatever the reason, we’re here to guide you through the process.
Gifting a Prepaid Nintendo eShop Card
One way to gift Nintendo online is by purchasing a prepaid Nintendo eShop card. These cards are available in various denominations, and they can be redeemed for Nintendo eShop credit or used to purchase games and other digital content. You can find prepaid Nintendo eShop cards at most major retailers, both online and in-store.
Here are the steps to gift a prepaid Nintendo eShop card:
- Purchase a prepaid Nintendo eShop card at a retailer or online.
- Enter the recipient’s Nintendo Account email address on the card’s packaging.
- The recipient can then redeem the card on their Nintendo Account.
Nintendo Online Individual Membership
Another way to gift Nintendo online is by purchasing an individual membership. This membership gives the recipient access to online features, such as multiplayer gaming and cloud saves.
Here are the steps to purchase an individual Nintendo online membership:
- Go to the Nintendo eShop on your Nintendo Switch console.
- Select the "Nintendo Switch Online" option.
- Choose the individual membership option.
- Enter the recipient’s Nintendo Account email address.
- Follow the prompts to complete the purchase.
Nintendo Online Family Membership
If you want to gift Nintendo online to a family or group of people, you can purchase a family membership. This membership allows up to 7 people to access online features, and it also includes additional benefits, such as cloud saves and multiplayer gaming.
Here are the steps to purchase a Nintendo online family membership:
- Go to the Nintendo eShop on your Nintendo Switch console.
- Select the "Nintendo Switch Online" option.
- Choose the family membership option.
- Enter the recipient’s Nintendo Account email address.
- Follow the prompts to complete the purchase.
Additional Tips
- Make sure the recipient’s Nintendo Account is registered on the Nintendo Switch console before purchasing the membership.
- If you’re gifting a prepaid Nintendo eShop card, make sure the recipient’s Nintendo Account is linked to the card’s email address.
- If you’re purchasing a Nintendo online membership, make sure the recipient’s Nintendo Account is eligible for the membership.
Conclusion
Purchasing Nintendo online for someone else can be a thoughtful and generous gift. Whether you choose to gift a prepaid Nintendo eShop card or a Nintendo online membership, you’ll be giving the recipient access to a world of online gaming and entertainment. Follow the steps outlined above to ensure a smooth and hassle-free gifting process.