How to Play Together via GameShare

Follow these steps to play games with other users through GameShare.

Note:

The steps to start a GameShare session, as well as the supported modes and number of players, are different depending on the game.

Before you start

• A Nintendo Switch 2 console is required to host a GameShare session. You can join another player’s session from a Nintendo Switch 2 console (local wireless or over the internet) or from a Nintendo Switch console (local wireless only).

• All participating consoles must have the latest system update installed in order to use GameShare.

Complete these steps

Host a GameShare session via local wireless

The steps to start a GameShare session vary depending on the game.

Join a GameShare session via local wireless

1. Select the GameShare icon on the HOME Menu.

2. Select Join GameShare.

3. Select A Local User.

4. Select the user whose GameShare session you want to join.

5. The console will search for nearby sessions you can join. Once you’ve found the session you want, select Join GameShare.

6. After all participating members have joined, the host will start the session.

Host a GameShare session over the internet through GameChat

1. Start or join a GameChat session.

2. The steps to start a GameShare session vary depending on the game.

Join a GameShare session over the internet through GameChat

1. Start or join a GameChat session.

2. Once the host invites you, press the C Button to open the GameChat menu.

3. On the right, select View GameShare Invitations.

   • You can also view available GameShare sessions by selecting the GameShare icon on the HOME Menu, then selecting A User in a GameChat Session.

4. Select Join GameShare.

5. After all participating members have joined, the host will start the session.