UNITY FOR CONSOLES

Developing games for Nintendo Switch™

Q: How much does a Unity Pro license cost?

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Q: Where can I read the release notes for Unity?

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Q: How do I access the development kits for Nintendo Switch?

Before gaining access to the development kits, you need to apply for developer status and get approval from Nintendo. Register to become a Nintendo developer.

Q: How do I start creating for Nintendo Switch?

You’ll need an active Unity Pro subscription (or a Preferred Platform license key provided by the respective platform holder) to access these specific build modules via developer platform forums.

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How to develop Nintendo Switch games with Unity

Here’s how you can bring your game to Nintendo Switch:

Register as a Nintendo developer
Make your game
Apply for the closed console platform
Get the platform support add-on
Test on platform hardware and optimize
Implement platform-specific features
Build to the platform’s package format
Go through the platform’s testing process
Create art assets for the platform’s store
Release

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Unity Pro license cost?

Where can I read the release notes for Unity?

How do I access the development kits for Nintendo Switch?

How do I start creating for Nintendo Switch?

Can I build and deploy to closed platforms (like Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, or Xbox) with Unity Pro?

Yes, you can build and deploy to closed platforms such as Nintendo Switch, Sony PlayStation, Google Stadia, and Microsoft Xbox with an active Unity Pro subscription (or with a Preferred Platform license key provided by the respective platform holder).

You will also require approval from each platform holder to develop for their platforms. Check out Nintendo’s registration page for more information.

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