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Nintendo Switch Online Free Trial

Enjoy seven days free access before automatic renewal at $3.99/month. Note that Expansion Pack benefits aren't included during the trial. View details at Nintendo

The Nintendo Switch Online free trial provides seven days of access to essential features including online multiplayer functionality and retro gaming libraries featuring NES, SNES, and Game Boy classics. Prospective members can easily sign up through their Nintendo Switch console interface or via Nintendo's website by logging into their Nintendo account and selecting the free trial option in the eShop. Remember that each Nintendo account may only redeem one free trial period.

Nintendo Switch Online Pricing Guide

Nintendo Switch Online Plans

Nintendo Switch Online Subscription Options

Explore and compare Nintendo Switch Online membership tiers

Nintendo offers two primary subscription models: the standard Nintendo Switch Online and Enhanced Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack. Both tiers provide individual and family plan options, differing primarily in account access limits. Below we detail each plan's features, advantages, and cost structure.

Individual Plan - Standard Tier

Monthly: $3.99
Quarterly: $7.99
Annual: $19.99

Covers one Nintendo account

Basic features include:

Online multiplayer functionality
Complete NES Classic Library
Complete SNES Classic Library
Complete Game Boy Collection
Cloud save functionality
Nintendo Switch Online companion app
Exclusive member discounts

Family Plan - Standard Tier

Annual: $34.99

Covers up to eight Nintendo accounts

Includes all standard features:

Online multiplayer access
NES/SNES/Game Boy libraries
Cloud backup services
Mobile app integration
Special member promotions

Individual Plan - Expansion Pack Tier

Annual: $49.99

Covers one Nintendo account

Premium features include:

All standard benefits
Mario Kart 8 Booster Course
Animal Crossing DLC
Splatoon 2 Octo Expansion
N64 Classics Collection
Game Boy Advance Library
SEGA Genesis Titles

Family Plan - Expansion Pack Tier

Annual: $79.99

Covers up to eight Nintendo accounts

Includes all premium features:

Complete Expansion Pack content
Multiplayer support
Classic gaming libraries
Cloud saving
Mobile app features
Exclusive discounts

Detailed Subscription Breakdown

Standard Individual Membership

Ideal for solo players primarily interested in online multiplayer functionality. Includes access to retro gaming libraries featuring titles like Super Mario Bros. 3 and Donkey Kong Country. Cloud saves allow seamless transfer between Switch consoles, while the mobile app enhances the multiplayer experience.

Family Membership

Perfect solution for multi-user households needing online access. Provides the same core benefits as the individual plan but accessible across up to eight accounts. Significant savings versus purchasing individual subscriptions separately.

Expansion Pack Individual

Premium package adds classic N64, Game Boy Advance and SEGA Genesis titles plus major DLC expansions. Requires annual commitment rather than monthly option. Best suited for players wanting comprehensive retro gaming collection.

Expansion Pack Family

Enhanced family solution including all Expansion Pack content shared across accounts. Considerable savings versus purchasing expansions separately. Recommended for households with multiple Nintendo enthusiasts.