Nintendo Switch has a great selection of multiplayer and co-op games, making it one of the most enjoyable gaming platforms in the market. If you want to team up with other players or be more social, here’s everything you need to know about how to add friends on Nintendo Switch.
Learning how to add friends on Nintendo Switch begins with connecting your device to the internet and making an Account. As a Switch user, you must link your user and Nintendo accounts before gaining access to the “Add Friends” feature.
Click on the Home button on the Main Menu of your Switch. Select the User icon to access your user page.
After arriving at your user page, select “Add Friend.”
Nintendo Switch users can choose from three options to add friends:
If you’re into playing games with friends in one room, this is the method for you. Nintendo Switch allows users to add friends nearby using the “Add Local Friends” feature. You can play multiplayer games with friends while chilling in the living room or your favorite hangout spot.
You can use the “Add Local Friends” feature even with no internet connection. Nintendo Switch consoles use Bluetooth connectivity to send local friend requests to nearby Switch users. However, you must still connect to the internet to complete the friend request process. The console will store your friend request temporarily and automatically complete the process the next time you connect to the internet.
Navigate to your profile on your Nintendo Switch.
By now, you’re getting familiar with the adding process. Click the “Add Friend” to access the options.
Click the “Search for Local Users” option to begin.
You and your friend will see four different symbols on your screens. Select the same symbol on your devices to begin connecting.
Locate the name and icon of the friend you want to connect with.
Select the “Send Request” button, and you’re good to go.
Playing multiplayer has its perks. One, you discover which friends like playing the same games as you. Second, you can build friendships with other players even if you’ve just met online. This method lets you add users you’ve played with recently without having to fiddle around with friend codes.
Navigate to your profile on your Switch console.
Look for and click “Add Friend” button.
Select “Users You’ve Played With” among the options.
A list of users you’ve played with recently will pop up on your screen. Look for the user you wish to add and send a friend request.
Nintendo Switch uses 12-digit numbers to make adding players on the platform easier. While this may take some time, this method is one of the easiest ways to accurately find players you want to add to your Friend List.
Again, navigate to your profile on your Switch.
Look for “Add Friend” on the menu.
Select the option for “Search with Friend Code” on the list.
List down the other user’s 12-digit Friend Code before searching for them on Switch. You can leave out the “SW” at the beginning of the code. Enter their code and hit send — the player you’ve sent a friend request to must accept it to complete the process.
Once you’ve linked your user and Switch accounts, you can write down your Friend Code and send it to other players.
Follow the same steps for the other methods and navigate to your profile.
Select “Profile” on the menu.
Look to the right where you’ll see your name, online status, Friend Code and play activity. Write your Friend Code or save it on your phone or other devices.
Checking your Friend Requests is straightforward.
Nintendo Switch also allows you to manage your Friend List if you’re having trouble with any player. You can choose to remove or block them with the following steps.
Switch allows you to change different Friend Settings according to your preferences. You can turn off Friend Requests, manage your Blocked User List, reissue your Friend Code, change your icon, preferences, etc.
Multiplayer gameplay is one of the best features of the Nintendo Switch. Maximize your gaming experience with the portable gaming console by unlocking its social network settings. It only takes a few minutes to set up your settings and become the most social player in your online network.
