How to Connect Your Nintendo Switch to a Hotspot

Ever find yourself wondering how to get your Nintendo Switch online using a hotspot? You’re not alone, and it’s quite a common question among gamers on the go. Let’s dive into how you can hook up your Switch to a hotspot for online gaming anywhere!

So, you want to connect your Nintendo Switch to a hotspot, huh? Well, you’ve come to the right place for a straightforward guide on doing just that.

Quick Guide to Connecting Your Switch to a Hotspot

First off, turning your mobile device into a hotspot and connecting your Nintendo Switch to it is pretty simple. You’ll need your phone and your Switch handy, of course.

Start by setting up your phone’s hotspot. Go into your phone’s settings, find the ‘Mobile Hotspot and Tethering’ option, and turn on the hotspot. You might need to set a password for your hotspot to keep it secure. Once your hotspot is up and running, grab your Nintendo Switch.

On your Nintendo Switch, head to the Home screen and select ‘System Settings.’ Scroll down to Internet, and then ‘Internet Settings.’ Your Switch will start searching for Wi-Fi networks. Find your phone’s hotspot in the list, select it, and enter the password if you set one. Once connected, you’re good to go!

Connecting Your Switch to a Hotspot and Playbite

Now that your Switch is online anywhere you want, how about making those gaming sessions even more rewarding? With Playbite, you can turn those gaming moments into opportunities to earn awesome rewards, including Nintendo eShop Gift Cards. It’s a fun way to add more to your gaming without changing how or what you play.

All you need to do is download the Playbite app. Play casual mobile games and earn points. Then, you can use those points to get Nintendo eShop Gift Cards among other prizes. It’s a win-win: continue enjoying your Nintendo Switch games while earning rewards on Playbite. Why not give it a try? Your next game on the Switch could be on us!

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