How do I link my Nintendo Switch account to my Epic Games account?

Instructions for linking Nintendo Switch account to Epic Games account from a computer or mobile device

  1. Before you begin, make sure you have the following:
    • Sign-in information for the Nintendo Switch account you want to connect to your Epic Games account. Check on your Nintendo Switch it’s the correct account you want to connect.
    • Sign-in information for the correct Epic Games account you want to link.
    • A computer or mobile device with an internet connection
  2. Make sure you are following the correct process. The steps below are to be followed if you do not currently have an Epic Games account, and you would like to promote the account you have on your Nintendo Switch to a new Epic Games account.

  3. Check that you are not currently logged into any Nintendo or Epic Games accounts
  4. Open a browser (in incognito mode if possible) on your computer or mobile device and go to www.epicgames.com

  5. On the top-right of the site, click the Sign in button
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    Note: If you do not see a Sign in button, click the avatar at the top of the screen and click Sign Out to ensure you are not signed into the wrong account. Once logged out, click the Sign in button.
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  6. Click on the Nintendo logo
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  7. On the page that appears, click the Sign in button.
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  8. Enter your Nintendo sign-in details. Be sure to use the account information for the correct Nintendo account.

  9. You will be asked to accept that your Nintendo account and Epic account share information. Select I agree to continue.
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    Note:
    If you receive this error instead, continue to follow the instructions in Why does my console account say it is already linked to an Epic Games account?

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  10. A new Epic Games window will appear asking if you have an Epic Games account to connect.
    Note: If you are a child and your parent hasn't helped you set up your account, you may have a Cabined Account with different features. Learn more about Cabined Accounts.
  11. Click SIGN IN
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  12. Once you sign in to your Epic Games account, you will see a success message
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    If you accidentally linked the wrong Epic Games or Nintendo account, please follow the instructions in How do I change the console account I have connected to my Epic Games account?

Instructions for linking Nintendo Switch account to Epic Games account from the Nintendo Switch

  1. Before you begin, make sure you have the following:
    • Sign-in information for the Nintendo Switch account you want to connect to your Epic Games account. Check on your Nintendo Switch to confirm it’s the correct account you want to connect.

    • Sign-in information for the correct Epic Games account you want to link.

  2. Make sure you are following the correct process. If you currently have a Nintendo account linked to your Epic Games account and you want to connect a different Nintendo account, please follow the steps in How do I change the console account I have connected to my Epic Games account?

  3. Go to your Nintendo Switch and open Fortnite, Fall Guys, or Rocket League, depending on which game you are looking to connect (For this example, we’ll use Fortnite)
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  4. Once you open the game it will take you to the sign-in screen

  5. Press the button to start
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  6. Select LINK AN ACCOUNT (Do not select SKIP THIS)
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  7. You will see an 8-digit code
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  8. Go to https://www.epicgames.com/activate

  9. Enter the code shown on your Nintendo Switch and click CONTINUE
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  10. Sign in to your Epic Games account
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    Note: If you are a child and your parent hasn't helped you set up your account, you may have a Cabined Account with different features. Learn more about Cabined Accounts.

  11. If you have 2FA enabled for your Epic Games account, you will be asked for verification. Enter your 2FA code and click CONTINUE
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    Note: Ensure the code is correct. If it’s not, try starting the process again.

  12. If your account email is not verified, it will ask you to verify it
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  13. Once you are done, you will see a success message.
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  14. Go back to your Nintendo Switch and it will show the End User License Agreement

  15. Return to your Nintendo Switch and it will show the End User License Agreement. Read the agreement and press the correct button to continue.
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  16. The game will start the sign-in process
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  17. Once done, you will be signed into your account
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    If you accidentally linked the wrong Epic Games or Nintendo Switch account, please follow the instructions in How do I change the console account I have connected to my Epic Games account?

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