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The Nintendo Switch 2 is designed to provide a seamless transition from the original Switch. It features a similar interface and offers a data transfer option, allowing users to easily transfer their data andgames to the Nintendo Switch 2. Fortunately, even though it has a few new features, the experience of adding new friends is mostly similar to how the original Switch implemented it. Before attempting to add new friends, you mustupdate the Switch 2 and link your Nintendo Account to the console. You can optionally link your account with the official Nintendo Switch app via a compatible smartphone.
How To Add Friends On The Switch 2
There are a few methods you can use to add friends and allow friends to add you on the Switch 2. You’ll need to select your Nintendo profile picture on the top left side of the screen to open your page and selectAdd Friendto view the following features:
Received Friend Requests
If you’ve been sent any friend requests after sending out your code or getting added by players you met in online games likeMario Kart World, you’ll find them in this section to accept or deny them.
Search With Friend Code
Search for Users You’ve Played With
This feature is self-explanatory. It lets you send a friend request to players you’ve encountered in online games, even if you’ve never played them before.
Search For Local Players
This feature allows you to add nearby players as friends by sending them a symbol:a heart, a diamond, a club, or a spade.Once they accept your invitation by clicking on the corresponding symbol, you will both be added as friends on theSwitch 2.
Adding Friends With The Switch App
you may add friends by using the Nintendo Switch App on a smartphone. Instead of reading out your Friend Code, you can get them to scan your QR code, or you can scan theirs. To access the QR code, click thethree dotson the Friend Code section and selectDisplay QR Code.
Changing Your Friend Code On The Switch 2
If you feel that your privacy has been compromised, or you’ve sent your code to too many people, you’re able to resissue yourself a brand new Friend Code, and you don’t have to worry about it affecting the friends you’ve already added. Use the following steps to reissue a new Friend Code on the Switch 2:
You will not be able to request another Friend Code for 30 days.
