This page answers frequently asked questions about the release of Minecraft for Nintendo Switch.
For frequently asked questions about Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition, scroll to the bottom of this page.
Frequently asked questions about Minecraft for Nintendo Switch
What is the Bedrock version of Minecraft?
I already own Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition. How do I get this newer version?
Will DLC that I currently own transfer over to the newer version of Minecraft?
What’s a Microsoft account and why do I need it for a Nintendo Switch?
Now that I have a Microsoft account, how do I sign in on my Switch?
How do I find my friends by using their Microsoft account?
I keep entering my friend’s Xbox gamertag and can’t find them. Why?
Do I need to pay for an Xbox subscription to play online on my Switch?
What is the Minecraft Marketplace, and what are Minecoins?
Do my existing worlds transfer?
How do I transfer existing worlds?
How big are the worlds in this version of Minecraft for Nintendo Switch?
How do I access content that was included with my game?
Can my friends on Xbox play the Super Mario Mash-Up?
How do I link my previous purchases on other Minecraft Bedrock versions to my Switch?
I own Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition and I’ve bought previous DLC. How do I get it to sync to Minecraft?
Where are Servers and Realms?
Can I share error info with Nintendo?
Will my copy of Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition go away? Do I have to use the newer one?
I have a custom skin on another Bedrock platform. Can I use it on Switch?
Where can I get more help with the Nintendo editions of Minecraft?
Frequently asked questions for Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition
How many players can play together on Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition?
How do I play multiplayer?
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