Start the fun with Nintendo Switch
Welcome to your new Nintendo Switch™ system! Find everything you need to get started, including the games you want to play. Discover how you can adventure solo, join a friend in local* or online** multiplayer, and so much more.
Plus, get the rundown on setting up and using your system below, so you can focus on what’s most important—having fun!
Video guides
Watch the videos below for instructions on using your Nintendo Switch system.
First-time setup
Follow these steps during first-time setup, and your Nintendo Switch system will be ready to play.
Learn moreTransfer users and save data
Check out this video for a step-by-step process of how to move your user account and save data to a different Nintendo Switch system.
Learn moreSet up parental controls
Watch this video to learn about the free Nintendo Switch Parental Controls™ app for smart devices, which can help you monitor and engage with your family’s gaming activity.
Learn moreHow to get started with a Nintendo Switch Online Family Membership
Find out how to create a family group, purchase a Nintendo Switch Online Family Membership, and add or remove members. You’ll be able to share the fun with up to seven other people.
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Need help with something? Head to our customer support site for step-by-step guides and troubleshooting articles covering a wide range of topics.
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Jump in with digital games
Ready to play? You can buy digital games on the My Nintendo Store or Nintendo eShop on your device, then immediately download them to your Nintendo Switch system.
Discover some games to get you started below.
Must-play games
Explore games you won't want to miss.
Play together with Nintendo Switch Online
Unlock a trove of exciting benefits with a Nintendo Switch Online membership**, such as connecting with friends online in games like Mario Kart™ 8 Deluxe. Plus, discover (or rediscover) a jam-packed selection of NES™, Super NES™, and Game Boy™ games at no extra cost, enjoy special offers, and much more.
Still deciding? Try it out first with a 7-day free trial!
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100+ classic NES, Super NES, and Game Boy games at your fingertips
Play old-school favorites like the Super Mario Bros.™ 3, Donkey Kong Country™, and The Legend of Zelda™: Link’s Awakening games. These games include added online functionality so you can compete (or cooperate) online with friends depending on the game.
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Play online with friends, family, and other players around the world
Battle it out against other players around the world in the Super Smash Bros.™ Ultimate game. Or hang out with friends on your island paradise in the Animal Crossing™: New Horizons game.
Learn moreGaming accessories
Pick up an extra controller, a protective case, additional storage, and other accessories for your system.
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*Additional games, systems, and/or accessories may be required for multiplayer modes. Games, systems and some accessories sold separately.
**Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features. Free trial automatically converts to 1-month auto-renewing membership at the then-current price unless automatic renewal is turned off by the end of the free trial. Credit card/PayPal account required for 18+. Free trial cannot be redeemed for a Nintendo Switch Online – Expansion Pack membership nor by a Nintendo Account with an active Individual Membership or Family Membership. Persistent Internet, compatible smartphone and Nintendo Account age 13+ required to access some online features on the app, including voice chat. Data charges may apply. Online features, Save Data Cloud and Nintendo Switch Online smartphone app features available in compatible games. Not available in all countries. The Nintendo Account User Agreement, including the Purchase and Subscription terms, apply. nintendo.com/switch/online