Not Enough Space to Download Nintendo Switch eShop Content (2024)

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Not Enough Space to Download Nintendo Switch eShop Content? ›

If you don't have enough space available, you can delete some content on your system or purchase a microSD card to provide additional storage space. Deleted software can be redownloaded from the Nintendo eShop at no additional cost.

If you don't have enough space available, you can delete some content on your system or purchase a microSD card to provide additional storage space. Deleted software can be redownloaded from the Nintendo eShop at no additional cost.

You can free up space in the System Memory using Manage Save Data/Screenshots. Software data (including downloaded software, software updates, and screenshots) can be stored on the System Memory or on a microSD card. For general information about data management on Nintendo Switch, click here.

This usually occurs when the hard drive on your Nintendo Switch does not have sufficient storage space to save the game data. Try freeing up space by deleting another game or app. Delete any excessive save files you have on your system. Remove the Auto-saves first.

Verify the current amount of storage space on your Nintendo Switch console, and delete or archive files that you are not currently using. Game save data is stored on the console's System Memory, and cannot be saved or copied to a microSD card.

Expand the available memory on your Nintendo Switch system by purchasing a microSD card. A microSD card can be used to save screenshots and software data, including downloaded software, software updates, and DLC.

You can increase the amount of free space available for saving by archiving (deleting) game-related data. *When archiving data, your save data and the game icon will not be removed. If you want to remove a game icon as well, see here.

If you're planning on downloading many games, you probably want a high-capacity card like a 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB microSD card. You'll be able to store more than enough games and they'll load faster since they're higher performance cards. For moderate use, a 32GB or 64GB microSD card will work.

If you run out of space, you can copy over all the data to a larger microSD card. Keep in mind that downloadable software saved to multiple microSD cards cannot be combined later into a single microSD card.

Does deleting switch games free up space? ›

Downloadable software can be deleted from the console's system memory or saved to a microSD card in order to free up space. 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.

Complete These Steps:

From the HOME Menu select “System Settings,” then scroll down the menu on the left-hand side and select “Data Management.” The available space for the System Memory and microSD card (if available), will be displayed on the top of the screen.

In general, the lack of working space is probably the main reason why you have insufficient storage available. Usually, an Android app uses three sets of storage, for the app itself, the app's data files, and the app's cache. Usually, the application cache takes up a large part of the space.

The following types of microSD card are supported on Nintendo Switch: microSD (up to 2 GB) microSDHC (4 GB - 32 GB) microSDXC (64 GB and above)

Nintendo Switch Lite (HDH-001)

32 GB of internal storage, a portion of which is reserved for use by the system. Users can easily expand storage space using microSDHC or microSDXC cards up to 2TB (sold separately). Used for charging only. Compatible with microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC memory cards.

Save data backup may not be possible if: You are currently not connected to the internet. The user does not have an active Nintendo Switch Online membership. The game you've selected is currently being played.

Sometimes, unstable connections can interrupt downloads. Restart the Switch: Power off your Switch completely and then turn it back on. This simple restart might resolve temporary software glitches. Check Available Storage: Verify if your Switch has enough available storage space to download and install the game.

Ensure both consoles are connected to the internet. Verify that both consoles have the latest system update installed. Verify that the same Nintendo Account is linked to a user on each console. Ensure both consoles are near each other.