To change the primary account on a Nintendo Switch, you will need to link your Nintendo Account to a new or existing user account on the second console. This process is straightforward and can be done by following these steps:
1. Turn on your second Nintendo Switch console and go to the home screen.
2. Create a new user account if you haven’t already or select an existing user account that you want to link to your Nintendo Account.
3. Once you are logged in to the user account, navigate to the System Settings on the home screen. You can find the System Settings icon, which looks like a gear, at the bottom of the screen.
4. In the System Settings menu, scroll down and select “Users” from the list of options.
5. On the Users menu, choose the “Add User” option to link your Nintendo Account to the new or existing user account.
6. You will be prompted to select the method of adding a user. Choose “Link Nintendo Account” to proceed.
7. If you have already created a Nintendo Account, select “Sign In and Link” and enter your Nintendo Account credentials (email and password) to link your account to the user profile on the second console.
8. If you don’t have a Nintendo Account yet, select “Create a Nintendo Account” and follow the on-screen instructions to create a new account. Once created, sign in to your newly created Nintendo Account to link it to the user profile on the second console.
9. After successfully linking your Nintendo Account to the user profile, you can access the Nintendo eShop on the second console using your Nintendo Account credentials. This will allow you to download and purchase games from the eShop.
10. Once your Nintendo Account is linked to the user profile and you have accessed the eShop, the second console will automatically be set as the primary console for your Nintendo Account.
It’s important to note that changing the primary console for your Nintendo Account can have certain implications. Here are a few things to keep in mind:
– Only the primary console associated with your Nintendo Account can play downloaded games offline. On any other console, you will need an active internet connection to play downloaded games using your Nintendo Account.
– Only the primary console can automatically download updates and game patches for downloaded games. On other consoles, you will need to manually check for updates.
– Save data for games played on the primary console is stored on the console itself. On other consoles, save data is stored on the console’s microSD card or in the cloud if you have a Nintendo Switch Online membership.
– Some games may have additional restrictions or limitations when played on non-primary consoles. These restrictions vary from game to game, so it’s always a good idea to check the game’s information before playing on a non-primary console.
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully change the primary account on your Nintendo Switch and link your Nintendo Account to a new or existing user account on the second console.