Nintendo Switch Backup Help

Twisty on 15/07/2022 - 18:16

Hey Everyone
Just bought a new 256GB Micro SD for my Switch from this deal -

https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/712001#comment-12395201

I already have a 128GB Micro SD in my switch which I’m upgrading from. I thought it would just be easier to put in the new SD card and re-download all my games that are digital again.

What I’m wanting to know is, where are all my save files kept? I tried googling it and it said to go to settings and cloud data but when I do it says I need to be subbed to Nintendo online. So I press B to escape this and it just takes me back to settings and I can’t access my saves

If anyone can help me on the above be great

Gaming Game Console Nintendo

Comments

  • bobbieb on 15/07/2022 - 18:35
    +1

    It's stored on the system itself, or if you buy the online subscription, some games save to the cloud.

    https://en-americas-support.nintendo.com/app/answers/detail/…

    Where is game save data stored?

    On Nintendo Switch, game save data is stored on the console’s System Memory. This will not change whether downloadable software or software from a game card is being played.

    Game save data cannot be saved or copied to a microSD card.

    • Twisty on 15/07/2022 - 18:41

      Ok thank you

      Now why can’t I access it? It keeps asking me to join Nintendo online which I use to sub to but not anymore. I can’t access the menu otherwise

  • truetypezk on 15/07/2022 - 18:43
    +2

    The easiest way to swap SD cards would be to format the new sd card on the switch and copy everything inside the Nintendo folder from the old card on a PC.

    • Twisty on 15/07/2022 - 18:48

      Yer I read about this but unfortunately it doesn’t work great with a Mac so I’m just downloading again

      My big question now is why do I need to be subbed to online to access my saves?

      • truetypezk on 15/07/2022 - 18:50
        +2

        As long as you format the new card on switch, the fs should be compatible. Simply moving the files without fs level operation shouldn't differ between a Mac or a PC.

      • sss333 on 16/07/2022 - 10:39
        +1

        My big question now is why do I need to be subbed to online to access my saves?

        You don't, all saves are saved on the actual console.

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