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Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers FAQ

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General information

Purchasing Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers

Redeeming Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers

General information

What are Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers?

Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers are a special offer that was available for purchase to Nintendo Switch Online members through January 30, 2026 11:59 PM Pacific Time in a set of two vouchers. Each individual voucher can be redeemed for a selected Nintendo Switch digital software title, presenting the opportunity to save on two games. Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers cannot be redeemed for games exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2 system.

Which countries were eligible for this offer?

Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers were available to purchase in Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Peru, and the United States. Vouchers can only be redeemed for titles in the same region that the vouchers were purchased in.

Is there a limit to the number of Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers I can have?

Yes. You cannot have more than eight active vouchers at a time.

When do Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers expire?

Unused vouchers expire one year (365 days) after the date of purchase. Please redeem your vouchers before they expire.

How can I check how many Game Vouchers I have remaining, and what their expiration dates are?

You can see your available, unused Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers in the Nintendo Switch Online section of your Nintendo Account Shop Menu, where each individual voucher will be listed along with its expiration date.

You can also check your voucher status using your console.

  • How to check voucher status on Nintendo Switch 2
    1. Launch the Nintendo eShop from the HOME Menu using the Nintendo Account that purchased the vouchers.
    2. Select your User icon in the top-right corner.
    3. Scroll down. Each individual voucher will be listed along with its expiry date.
  • How to check voucher status on Nintendo Switch
    1. Launch the Nintendo eShop from the HOME Menu using the Nintendo Account that purchased the vouchers.
    2. Select your User icon in the top-right corner.
    3. Select Nintendo Switch Online in the left menu.
    4. Scroll down to the Nintendo Switch Game Voucher section. Each individual voucher will be listed along with its expiry date.

How can I check my Nintendo Switch Game Voucher purchase and redemption history?

You can see the voucher sets you have purchased and how your vouchers have been redeemed from the Purchase History menu on accounts.nintendo.com/portal.

  • How to check your eShop Purchase History Online
    1. Visit the Account Home website, and sign in to your Nintendo Account.
      • Purchases can only be viewed when logged in to the Nintendo Account that made them. The purchase history of a parent account will not include purchases made on a child account.
    2. Select Funds and Payment Methods.
    3. Scroll down and select Transaction History.
      • Here, you can view account activity dating back up to two years. This includes any promotional or bundled download codes that came with your purchases.

    For more details, please read How to View Nintendo eShop Purchase History

Can I get a refund for a Nintendo Switch Game Voucher?

Except as authorized by Nintendo or as required by applicable law, vouchers cannot be refunded or exchanged for any other item, including after they have expired.

Purchasing Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers

Can I still purchase more Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers?

No. As of 11:59 PM Pacific Time on January 30, 2026, it is no longer possible to purchase more Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers.

Can I gift Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers to a friend?

No. Vouchers can only be redeemed using the same Nintendo Account that purchased them.

Redeeming Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers

Do I need a Nintendo Switch Online membership to redeem a Nintendo Switch Game Voucher?

Yes. You must be part of an active, paid membership to redeem a voucher. If your membership ends while you have an unused voucher, you can still use the voucher after you begin any new paid Nintendo Switch Online membership before the voucher expires. The voucher expiration date will not be extended for the time you do not have an active membership.

Any game redeemed with a voucher will be available to the Nintendo Account that redeemed it regardless of Nintendo Switch Online membership status.

How do I redeem a Nintendo Switch Game Voucher?

A voucher can be redeemed in the Nintendo eShop or through the Nintendo website. For detailed steps, please read How to Redeem a Nintendo Switch Game Voucher.

Which games are eligible to be redeemed with a Nintendo Switch Game Voucher?

You can view the list of current and future games available to be redeemed with a voucher either in the Nintendo eShop, or by visiting the appropriate page on the Nintendo website. Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers cannot be redeemed for games exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2 system.

Can I redeem a Nintendo Switch Game Voucher for an unreleased (pre-order) title?

Eligible upcoming titles can be pre-ordered using a voucher.

For more information about pre-orders and Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers, please read the Nintendo eShop Pre-Order and Pre-Load FAQ.

Will there be more games added to the list of eligible titles that can be redeemed with a Nintendo Switch Game Voucher?

Yes. As new eligible games are released or made available for pre-order, they will be added to the list of games available to be redeemed with a voucher. Games that will be eligible to redeem with a voucher at a later date will also be presented in this list.

Do I need to redeem both Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers in a set at the same time?

No. Each voucher can be redeemed independently for a single game title.

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