How to Delete a Game on a Nintendo Switch Console
If you want to delete a game from your Nintendo Switch console, it’s easy to do. Here’s a step-by-step guide to remove games from your Switch.
Deleting Games
- From the Home screen: Open the System Settings by pressing the Gear icon on the Home screen.
- Data Management: Select ‘Data Management’ from the System Settings. This will open the Data Management page.
- Delete Software: Select ‘Delete Software’ and then select ‘Delete’.
- Choose a game: Select the game you want to delete.
- Confirm deletion: Confirm your selection to delete the game.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I recover the game after deleting it from my Nintendo Switch? No. Once a game is deleted from your Nintendo Switch, it cannot be retrieved.
- Do I have to pay for the game again if I want to re-download it? Yes. If you want to re-download a game from the Nintendo eShop, you’ll need to purchase it again.
