How to redeem a Nintendo eShop code on Switch
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Nintendo download codes have 16 characters and are redeemed in the Nintendo eShop of an account from the same region.
Steps
- 1On the Switch, open Nintendo eShop from the HOME menu.
- 2Select the user who should get the game.
- 3In the side menu, choose «Redeem Code».
- 4Enter the 16 characters and confirm.
- 5The download starts automatically or the balance is added to your account.
Tips & common issues
- You can also redeem at ec.nintendo.com/redeem by signing in with your Nintendo Account.
- Your Nintendo Account region must match the code's region.
- Make sure you have enough storage for the download.