How to Boost Your Nintendo Switch Download Speed
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Ever found yourself staring at the progress bar on your Nintendo Switch, wishing the download speed could magically increase? You’re not alone. Today, let’s tackle the question: How can you make your Nintendo Switch download games faster?
So, you’re eager to jump into the latest adventure or face off in a multiplayer battle, but that download time is testing your patience. Fear not, as we have some tips to speed up the process.
Quick Methods to Improve Download Speeds
First and foremost, try to bring your Nintendo Switch closer to your Wi-Fi router. Distance and obstacles can significantly slow down your connection. Secondly, if possible, connect to a 5GHz Wi-Fi network rather than a 2.4GHz one. It’s usually faster and less crowded.
Another hot tip is to limit the number of devices connected to your Wi-Fi while downloading. Each device eats up a portion of your bandwidth, so pausing other downloads or streaming on your network can give your Switch priority access to those speedy internet waves.
Turning Play Time into Prize Time with Playbite
While waiting for downloads, why not turn your patience into an opportunity? With Playbite, not only can you pass the time enjoying casual mobile games, but you also stand a chance to win Nintendo eShop Gift Cards. Imagine playing fun games and then using your rewards to grab more games or goodies for your Nintendo Switch. It’s like hitting two birds with one stone – having fun and getting closer to your next Nintendo adventure.
So, grab your phone, download the Playbite app, and start winning while your downloads finish up. It’s a fantastic way to make the most of your time and potentially speed up your next Nintendo Switch purchase with those winnings. Happy gaming!

In case you’re wondering: Playbite simply makes money from (not super annoying) ads and (totally optional) in-app purchases. It then uses that money to reward players with really cool prizes!
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