


Visit Nintendo's online code redemption page to redeem the code online.

Make sure you are redeeming the code correctly in the Nintendo Switch eShop.Verify that you are entering your download code correctly.However, download codes given out for a specific promotion (Hyrule Warriors DLC pack, Pokémon distributions, etc) will usually have an expiration date. Retailer-issued download codes do not expire.For assistance with download codes issued through My Nintendo, please read Problems with Download Codes (My Nintendo Reward).If you receive Error Code: 2811-6058, wait a short while before trying to redeem the download code again.If you see a message that your download code has already been used, please read Error Message: This Code Has Already Been Used.If your download code is lost or missing, please read Download Code Is Lost or Missing.For more information, read the Wii U & Nintendo 3DS eShop Discontinuation Q&A. The ability to redeem download codes in Nintendo eShop for the Nintendo 3DS family and Wii U ended at 9:30 PM Pacific Time on April 3, 2023.For assistance with prepaid Nintendo eShop funds cards, please read Nintendo eShop Prepaid Funds Card Is Not Working.The status bar will disappear once the game download is complete. The game icon will appear on the HOME menu, with a download status bar.The game will begin downloading once the code is confirmed. O, I, Z, commas, hyphens, etc.) will be disabled from the on-screen keyboard. Any letters and symbols not used with prepaid codes (i.e.Make sure that you are entering the Download Code (no hyphens in the number) and not the Control Number (has hyphens, e.g. Some retailer cards for Nintendo Switch software will include both a Control Number and a Download Code.Select “Redeem Code” on the left side of the screen.Select “Nintendo eShop” on the HOME Menu to launch Nintendo eShop.If you are away from your console but would still like to redeem your download code, please see our information on redeeming a download code online.For assistance with redeeming a code for a Nintendo Switch Online membership, click here.An Internet connection and Nintendo Account are required to access the Nintendo Switch eShop.Download codes from retailers are located on a receipt or card.
