Nintendo Switch games aren’t just available in physical versions; you can also download them digitally via Nintendo eShop.
How to Download Free Games on Nintendo Switch – Complete Guide
This article explains how to download games on a Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite, or Switch (OLED model), and the differences between purchasing a digital versus physical version of a game.
To download games, you’ll need to create a Nintendo Account by visiting your account page on Nintendo’s website using a PC, Mac, or smartphone. The process only takes a few minutes, and you can choose to link it to a payment method, including a credit card or PayPal, or opt to top up your balance with prepaid Nintendo eShop gift cards.
Once that’s done, head over to the Nintendo eShop on your Nintendo Switch and you can start downloading or purchasing games. Some games are free to download, while others require payment. Either way, the process is simple and all you need to do is click the Download button.
