How Do You Delete Saved Data on Nintendo Switch?

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Ever wondered how to start fresh with your favorite game on the Nintendo Switch? Or maybe you’re passing along a game to a friend and want to clear your progress. Let’s dive into how you can delete saved game data on your Nintendo Switch.
So, how exactly do you wipe your game slate clean on the Nintendo Switch? We’re here to break it down for you, step by step.
Quick Guide to Deleting Saved Data
Deleting saved data on your Nintendo Switch is simpler than you might think. First, head to the System Settings from your main menu. Scroll down and select ‘Data Management,’ and then ‘Delete Save Data.’ Here, you’ll choose the game for which you want to delete data, and then simply confirm your choice. Voilà – your game data is now gone!
This process doesn’t affect the game itself; it only removes your progress and any related saves. So you can start the game anew, or pass it on to someone else without your history.
Bringing Playbite into the Game
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