Nintendo is Developing Virtual Game Cards for Switch 2 Cross-Device Play

On Thursday, Nintendo revealed its work on Virtual Game Cards, a feature that enhances the portability of digitally downloaded games across devices. With the highly anticipated Switch 2 approaching, these cards will simplify transferring existing Switch games to new hardware.

The Challenge of Transferring Digital Switch Games

Currently, Switch games are available as physical game cards, similar to traditional cartridges, or as digital downloads. While physical cards can be swapped between consoles effortlessly, transferring digital downloads between devices has been more challenging.

Bringing Digital Games Closer to Physical Flexibility

However, launching in late April, Virtual Game Cards aim to make digital games function more like physical copies, allowing players to transfer games between devices after an initial local connection.

These cards also enable game lending within a Nintendo Family Group, which supports up to eight members. Users can lend one game at a time via local Wi-Fi, with borrowed titles automatically returning to the owner after 14 days.

While Nintendo hasn’t announced a release date for the Switch 2, fans are eager for updates during the Nintendo Direct livestream on April 2.

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