Already have Nintendo Switch Online? It works on Switch 2 automatically.
What you need to do:
Sign in with your Nintendo Account when setting up Switch 2. Your membership and cloud saves transfer over.
Family plan?
Everyone in your family group can use their access on Switch 2. No changes needed.
The primary console thing:
You can only have one "primary" console per account. On your primary, anyone can play your digital games offline. On secondary, only you can play them, and you need internet.
To change primary: go to the eShop on Switch 2, find account settings, select "Register as Primary Console."
Switch 2 exclusive content:
Some Expansion Pack content only works on Switch 2:
- GameCube games library
- Zelda upgrade packs
These won't show up on your original Switch.
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How we researched this
Where this comes from: This answer is based on ShopSavvy's product database, real-time pricing from 4 retailers, and a look at hundreds of user reviews to give you a well-rounded picture.
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