If you're brand new to Nintendo, create an account for purchases and promosIf you've just joined the Nintendo ecosystem, you're going to want to create an account so you can buy games, get special promotions, and more.
If you've just purchased a Nintendo Switch or a Nintendo Switch OLED and a physical game card to go with it, you may not have even tried visiting the digital game store yet. Nintendo's eShop is where you can buy games, watch videos, and even sample demos of some games. You can do some things in the eShop without an account, but if you want to purchase a digital game, you'll need a Nintendo Account. Here's how to get one.
Select the eShop from the Home screen on your Nintendo Switch.
Select your User profile.
Select Link a Nintendo Account when asked to sign into your Nintendo Account.
Select Create Account when asked to sign into your Nintendo Account.
Select Send account creation instructions via e-mail.
Enter your birthday.
Enter your email address.
Using a computer or smart device, open the email from Nintendo.
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If you're brand new to Nintendo, create an account for purchases and promos
