How do you redownload a game with a code on Nintendo Switch?
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To redownload a game with a code on Nintendo Switch, 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, then select the game in the list of previously purchased titles and confirm the download. You can also redownload a game by selecting the Enter Code option on the left side of the screen, entering the 16-character download code, and selecting OK to confirm.
Understanding the Redownload Process
The process of redownloading a game on Nintendo Switch is straightforward, but it requires attention to some key details, such as ensuring you are using the correct Nintendo Account and that the download code has not been previously used or has not expired.
FAQs
1. How do I download a game with a download code on Switch?
To download a game with a download code on Switch, select Nintendo eShop on the HOME Menu to launch the Nintendo eShop, select the account you want to use, select Enter Code on the left side of the screen, enter the 16-character download code, and select OK to confirm.
2. Why can’t I redownload a game on my Switch?
You can only redownload games using the Nintendo Account that purchased the game. If a specific game or DLC item shows “Purchased” in the Nintendo eShop but you are unable to redownload it, you may find information on Software Displays “Purchased” in the Nintendo Switch eShop helpful.
3. What if the code is already used on Nintendo Switch?
If the download code was already redeemed on your console/system, you can redownload the game on your Nintendo Switch console, Wii U console, or Nintendo 3DS family system without re-entering the code.
4. Can you reuse a download code on Switch?
No, as far as Nintendo is concerned, each download code is one digital copy of a game, and each Switch belongs to one person, user account system be damned.
5. How to Redownload Deleted Nintendo Switch Games & Apps
You can redownload deleted games and apps by selecting the software icon on the HOME Menu and following the prompts to redownload from the Nintendo eShop.
6. Can I download a digital copy of a Switch game I already own?
With the Nintendo Switch, you can purchase and download a digital copy of a physical game you own, but the physical game does not give you rights to a free digital copy.
7. Do Switch game download codes expire?
Download codes purchased from retailers do not expire, but it’s essential to check the specifics of your code, as some may have limitations.
8. How do I recover my Nintendo code?
If you provided an e-mail address to the retailer when you bought the code or if you bought the code through an online retailer, check your e-mail for a copy of your download code.
9. What does “this code has already been redeemed” mean?
This message means the download code has been used before, possibly under a different gamertag or Microsoft account, or by someone else in your household.
10. How many times can a Nintendo Switch game code be used?
Once a download code is redeemed via eshop, it cannot be redeemed again, making it challenging to sell a download-only game case.
11. How do you delete and redownload a game on Nintendo Switch?
You can delete a game and then redownload it by selecting the software icon on the HOME Menu, deleting the software, and then redownloading from the Nintendo eShop.
12. How do I download an app I already purchased?
To reinstall apps or turn apps back on, open the Google Play Store, tap the profile icon, tap Manage apps & device, select the apps you want to install or turn on, and tap Install or Enable.
13. How to redeem Nintendo eShop card if code is scratched off?
If your Nintendo eShop Card code is damaged, contact Nintendo Support and provide photos of the card and the receipt to resolve the issue.
14. Why isn’t my Nintendo Switch code not working?
Verify that the country setting is correct on your Nintendo Switch system, as a download code can only be redeemed on a Nintendo eShop set to the same region as the game.
15. What is the 16-digit code for Nintendo eShop?
The 16-digit code is usually printed on the receipt you received from the retailer or was sent to your e-mail if you provided one during the purchase.