Overwatch 2: Switch Version Download and Battle.net Linking
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A step-by-step guide to linking Battle.net and the download method to play Overwatch 2 on Switch!
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Download Method for Switch Version of OW2
| Steps to Download OW2 for Switch | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Select Nintendo eShop from the home screen |
| 2 | Search for "Overwatch 2" from the menu |
| 3 | Select "Overwatch 2" and proceed with the download |
| 4 | Download the "Language Pack: Japanese" along with the game |
A Nintendo Account is Required for Download
You need to link your Nintendo Account to download games on the Nintendo eShop for Switch. Take note that if you don't have a Nintendo Account, you will have to create one on the official website.
Steps to Create a Nintendo Account
| Steps to Create a Switch Account | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Access the official Nintendo website |
| 2 | Click on "Create Account" |
| 3 | Choose the appropriate option based on age: "For users aged 13 and above" or "For users aged 12 and below" |
| 4 | Choose whether to create the account through an external service or solely as a Nintendo Account |
| 5 | Enter information such as "Nickname" and "Email Address", then click on "Create" |
| 6 | You will receive an email with an "Authentication Code" |
| 7 | Enter the code on the website and click on "Submit" to complete the process |
Checking Available Storage Space
| OW2 Storage | 15.5GB |
Check if there's enough available storage space for Overwatch 2 before downloading. Delete unused software or purchase an SD card if you need more storage.
Steps to Check Available Storage Space on Switch
| Switch Storage Check Steps | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Select "Settings" at the bottom of the home screen. |
| 2 | Check the available storage space under the "Data Management" section in the "Settings" menu. |
Nintendo Switch Online is not required
"Nintendo Switch Online," which is required for online gaming on Switch, is not necessary to play Overwatch 2 online. There is no subscription fee for "Nintendo Switch Online," so starting Overwatch 2 does not incur any costs.
Steps to Link to Battle.net
| Steps to Link to Battle.net | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Create a Battle.net account |
| 2 | When launching Overwatch 2, you will be prompted to connect to Battle.net |
| 3 | Enter the authentication code or link using the QR code |
| 4 | Log in to Battle.net |
| 5 | After linking, you can play Overwatch 2 |
Linking to Battle.net is mandatory
When playing Overwatch 2 for the first time, it is mandatory to link to Battle.net. Create an account from the official Battle.net website.
Linking to Battle.net
After downloading Overwatch 2 and creating a Battle.net account, link your account. You cannot play Overwatch 2 without linking, so follow the steps to complete the linking process and enjoy Overwatch 2 on your Switch.
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