How to Change the System Language

When changing the system language, the Nintendo Switch console will need to be restarted. Any suspended software will be closed. From the HOME Menu, select “System Settings.” 

Complete these steps:

  1. From the HOME Menu, select “System Settings.”

  2. Scroll down the options on the left and select "System" > "Language."

  3. Select from one of the language options below:

English

Portuguese

French

Russian

German

Japanese

Spanish

Chinese (Traditional)

Italian

Chinese (Simplified)

Dutch

Korean