Pokémon Shield Switch

Instructions on redeeming a software download code in Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch.

Additional Information:

• An internet connection and Nintendo Account are required to access Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch.
• For assistance with redeeming a code for a Nintendo Switch Online membership, click here.

Complete These Steps:

1. Select “Nintendo eShop” on the Buy Steam / Origin / Uplay / Xbox / PSN game keys / License keys Menu to launch Nintendo eShop.
2. Select the account you want to use.
3. Select “Redeem Code” on the left side of the screen.
4. Enter the 16-character download code.
   • Some retailer cards for Nintendo Switch software will include both a Control Number and a Download Code. Make sure that you are entering the Download Code (usually begins with a B, no hyphens in the number) and not the Control Number (usually begins with an S, has hyphens).
   • Any letters and symbols not used with prepaid codes (i.e. O, I, Z, commas, hyphens, etc.) will be disabled from the on-screen keyboard.
5. Select “Confirm”. The software will begin downloading once the code is confirmed.
   • The software icon will appear on the Buy Steam / Origin / Uplay / Xbox / PSN game keys / License keys Menu, with a download status bar. The status bar will disappear once the game download is complete.