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Archived Not sure if this has been posted yet, but I couldn't find any info. Basically I'm wondering if I download a game to the internal storage (no sd card inserted), then delete it, will the system still have the game's save data? So if I download the game again to an sd card, I don't have to start a new game. If anyone can knows, it would be greatly appreciate! You're browsing the GameFAQs Message Boards as a guest. Sign Up for free (or Log In if you already have an account) to be able to post messages, change how messages are displayed, and view media in posts.
Nintendo Switch (Nintendo Switch)Accidently deleted digital game, can't redownload it?
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Do you want to play an old title you already removed from your Switch?
Many of us wish our Nintendo Switch had as much room as Mary Poppins' purse, but unfortunately, this is not the case. There is quite often not enough space to have every game installed at once on your console. So you might have to delete or archive software to make room for new games. But how do you get them back? Thankfully all of your eShop purchases are saved to your profile, and it is very easy to reinstall deleted or archived software on your Nintendo Switch. Keep reading to find out how. What Does Redownloading a Game Mean?When you buy a game for your Nintendo Switch, either physically or through the eShop, you own it for life. So if you need to delete games to make room for new ones, you can redownload instead of having to repurchase a game the next time you want to play it. It also allows you to replace your Nintendo Switch console without fearing losing your entire gaming library in the process. Redownloading software on your Nintendo Switch simply means putting a game you previously owned back on your system, so you don't have to pay for it twice. Redownloading a game is very easy, and there are multiple ways to do it.
The method you should use to redownload a title will vary, depending on whether you archived or deleted the game. But if you no longer have space on your console to redownload a game you want to play again, check out our guide to learn how to archive software on your Nintendo Switch. How to Redownload a Game From Your Nintendo Switch Home ScreenIf you archived your software, the game icon would still be on your console. It might even still be on your Home menu if you archived it recently. If it was a while ago, and you can't find the game icon on your Home screen anymore, don't worry! You will still be able to get your game back.
If you can't find your game on your Nintendo Switch Home screen, follow the instructions below to reinstall your software.
Your game will begin reinstalling on your Nintendo Switch console. If you could not find the icon of the game you wish to reinstall, you might have deleted the software. How to Redownload a Game From the Nintendo Switch eShopIf you deleted your game rather than archived it, you can still redownload it by heading over to the Nintendo Switch eShop. You can do this by selecting Redownload Software from the All Software menu or launching it from the Home screen.
You also have to use this method if you are reinstalling games from a preexisting account on a new Nintendo Switch system. This is one of many essential things you should know about your Nintendo Switch. If you want to learn more of these handy hints, check out our 12 essential tips and tricks for new Switch owners. The eShop Is Your OysterThe Nintendo Switch is full of surprises and quality of life improvements, and reinstalling archived or deleted software is just one of many. It's a great way to save space on your console, so you can play a wider variety of games. Having the ability to archive or delete software and quickly and easily reinstall it allows you essentially to have an endless rotating library of video games, so you can game to your heart's content. Can you delete and redownload Switch games?Deleting software data will not impact your save data. Once deleted, software can be redownloaded using the same Nintendo Account with which it was purchased. If a microSD card is inserted, the save location will default to the microSD card when downloading or redownloading software.
How do I redownload deleted games on Nintendo switch?To redownload the game, launch the Nintendo eShop using the Nintendo Account that originally purchased the game, select your user icon in the top-right corner to access the shop settings, and highlight Redownload.
Does deleting a game delete save data Switch?You can also opt to delete a game from the home screen, though this won't remove your game progress data. Here's how to archive or delete games. Find the game you want to delete on your Switch home screen.
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