Nintendo eShop Spotlights – January 16, 2025 | Update

If you haven’t set up a Nintendo Account yet, now’s a great time to do so at no cost. A Nintendo Account not only opens the door to a world of digital games from the Nintendo eShop, but it also lets you dive into the My Nintendo rewards program. Here, you can rack up points with every eligible digital purchase, through Nintendo apps on your smart devices, or just by signing into services like the Nintendo eShop.

For insights on how to buy downloadable games, the official Nintendo website is your go-to resource. Plus, the Nintendo eShop website is packed with tons of great downloadable content waiting to be explored.

To find out the latest prices, visit Nintendo eShop or check the specific game pages. If you’re planning to grab any demos from the Nintendo eShop on your Nintendo Switch, you’ll need to have a Nintendo Account—that’s essential. Just remember, terms and conditions do apply.

Before you can purchase or download games, demos, and free software through the eShop on Nintendo’s official website, ensure your Nintendo Account is linked to your console. You also need to have your device set as the active console for downloads, which you can do by visiting the Nintendo eShop on your console at least once. For seamless automatic downloads, your system must be updated, online, and have enough storage space. More details can be found in our Support section. Keep in mind, all purchases and demo activations done via the Nintendo website are handled through the Nintendo eShop.