Getting started
We hope you have an awesome time with your new Nintendo Switch™ 2 system!
Get the fun going with these tips on setting everything up, playing together with friends and family, chatting online, and more.
Transferring from Nintendo Switch
Watch how to use the system transfer feature to move your player profiles and data to a new system. If you'd prefer, you can read the step-by-step guide.
New to Nintendo?
Check out this guide to creating a Nintendo Account, connecting to the internet, and more.
Accessory compatibility
Some Nintendo Switch accessories, like Joy-Con™ controllers, can work with your Nintendo Switch 2 system. Check out the full compatibility list to see what you can use!
Explore the HOME Menu
The HOME Menu is a quick way to access settings, news, virtual game cards, and more. Get to know your system with this short video.
Need help with something? Head to our customer support site for step-by-step guides and troubleshooting articles covering a wide range of topics.
Hang out together with GameChat
Once set up, fire up GameChat* to enjoy the feeling of close company with friends—even when you're far apart. Talk using the system's built-in microphone or share your screen in real time. If you connect a compatible USB camera, you can go face-to-face over video chat. Learn more about this feature with the guide and FAQ, and explore how parental controls integrate with it.
Have more fun when you plug in a USB camera
Connect a compatible camera to the USB port at the top of the system to enjoy features like video chat* with friends or having your image appear in the game. (Of course, in-game features vary by game.)
GameShare** lets everyone play
Nintendo Switch 2 can share compatible games with anyone who has a Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch system. That way, everyone can play the game, even if not everyone has it themselves!
Community Guidelines
We believe the best experiences happen when we all work together to keep things safe, friendly, welcoming, and fun for all. Please take a few minutes to read our Community Guidelines, as they outline our expectations for participating online.
Unlock more with Nintendo Switch Online
With a paid Nintendo Switch Online membership***, you can enjoy access to online play, GameChat, a library of classic games, and more. Try it out with a 7-day free trial!
Plus, with an Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership, you can unlock more great features like a library of classic Nintendo GameCube™ games, access to select upgrade packs, and more.
Nintendo GameCube – Nintendo Classics
Only on Nintendo Switch 2! Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members can explore (and rediscover) classic games in the latest addition to the library.
Included with Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership
Get access to select upgrade packs**** at no additional cost! These upgrade packs include performance enhancements for Nintendo Switch 2 like smoother frame rates, faster load times, and enhanced resolution and textures.
Start earning points with My Nintendo
Fun, free, and rewarding!
My Nintendo makes playing games and interacting with Nintendo even more fun. You can earn points***** and redeem them to get rewards. Anyone with a Nintendo Account can use My Nintendo for free!
Parental Controls
Learn how to use parental controls to set the rules for your system—so you can spend less time worrying and more time having fun.
Nintendo Switch Parental Controls app
Set gaming guidelines for the family right from your smart device with this free app******. Watch the video to get a good overview, and visit Customer Support for more info.
Managing your child's GameChat experience
GameChat has its own set of features geared towards keeping things safe for younger players. Watch how Bowser keeps things safe for Bowser Jr., and check out Customer Support for additional info.
All about the games
Flip through recommendations, learn how you can level up select Nintendo Switch games, and more.
Shop digital games with Nintendo eShop
Browse and download digital games right from your system! Find game demos, add-ons, and limited-time deals, too. You can also shop on Nintendo.com and send digital purchases directly to your system of choice.
Enhance select games with a free update
For some Nintendo Switch games, a free update can improve the gameplay experience when played on Nintendo Switch 2! These updates might boost visuals or add support for features like GameShare, depending on the game. Check out a selection of updates available and get details on what they do.
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*Internet, Nintendo Switch Online membership and Nintendo Account required for online features, including GameChat. Compatible USB camera required for video features. Not available in all countries. Terms and GameChat requirements apply. support.nintendo.com. Games, systems, memberships and some accessories sold separately.
**Nintendo Switch 2 system must initiate GameShare session. Users who receive software via GameShare can only play the software during the GameChat session in which it was shared. Shared game will not be playable after the chat ends.Nintendo Switch 2 and GameChat required for each user engaging in GameShare via GameChat. Internet, Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features, including GameChat. During the GameChat open-access period, GameChat can be used without a membership. Not available in all countries. Terms and GameChat requirements apply. support.nintendo.com.
***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 canceled. 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. Not available in all countries. Terms apply. nintendo.com/purchase-terms/
****Full version of the game required to use the content for that game. Sold separately. For details, visit support.nintendo.com/switch2/upgradepack
*****A Nintendo Account is required to receive and redeem points. Terms apply (https://accounts.nintendo.com/term_point).
******Nintendo Account, persistent internet and compatible smart device required. Data charges may apply.