How to get V-Bucks on Nintendo Switch

Fortnite remains one of the most popular Battle Royale games today, continuing to expand its reach, including on the Nintendo Switch. If you're looking for how to buy V-Bucks on Switch, we have a comprehensive guide to help you.

Updated on: 19-03-2024 Author: Lennart

Nintendo Switch console with Fortnite V-Bucks on display

Method 1: Purchase a Fortnite V-Bucks Card

One method to get V-Bucks on Nintendo Switch is by purchasing an official Fortnite V-Bucks card. This card can be redeemed on any platform, including the Nintendo Switch.

Here’s how to use a V-Bucks card to get V-Bucks for the Nintendo Switch:

Purchase a Fortnite V-Bucks card.
Visit https://www.fortnite.com/vbuckscard.
Click on “Get Started” and sign in to your Epic Games account.
Enter your V-Bucks code without any dashes, then click “Next”.
Choose “Nintendo Switch” as your platform, then click “Next”.
- Note: Ensure your Nintendo Account is linked to your Epic Games account; otherwise, the Nintendo Switch option will not appear in Step 5.
Review the details and confirm by clicking on “Confirm.”

Method 2: How to buy V-Bucks with nintendo eshop Card?

Can you buy V-Bucks with nintendo Gift Card? Absolutely! Using the funds from a Nintendo eShop card, you can directly purchase V-Bucks within the Nintendo eShop.

Follow these steps to buy V-Bucks for the Nintendo Switch with a Nintendo eShop card:

Buy a Nintendo eShop card.
Redeem your code in the Nintendo eShop.
Search for Fortnite V-Bucks within the Nintendo eShop.
Select your desired amount of V-Bucks and use your eShop credit as the payment method.

Nintendo eShop Card £50

£50.00

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Nintendo eShop Card £75

£75.00

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Nintendo eShop Card £25

£25.00

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Nintendo eShop Card £15

£15.00

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About the author: Lennart is a self-proclaimed Pokémon Master and certified tryhard in shooters ranging from COD and Halo to Overwatch and Fortnite. When he's not gaming, he's either reciting movie lines or enjoying guitar-infused music.

How to get V-Bucks on Nintendo Switch

Method 1: Purchase a Fortnite V-Bucks Card

Method 2: How to buy V-Bucks with nintendo eshop Card?

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