Add Members To Nintendo Switch Online Family Plan

So, you've got a Nintendo Switch Online Family Plan. Congrats! You're officially the cool kid on the block... or at least, the cool kid with slightly cheaper online gaming.

But now comes the real test: adding your "family." Let's just say the definition of "family" gets a little...flexible, right?

The "Family" Gathering

Time to assemble the crew. But who makes the cut? This is where things get interesting.

First, there's your actual family. Mom, Dad, maybe a sibling or two. Easy peasy.

The Cousin Conundrum

Cousins. Ah, cousins. The gateway drug to expanding your "family" plan beyond its original intention. "But they’re practically siblings!" you argue.

Unpopular opinion: If they're contributing to the pizza fund, they’re in. I mean, sharing is caring, right? And online multiplayer is basically digital sharing.

Plus, think of the bragging rights when you dominate in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Totally worth the potential family drama.

The "Best Friend" Loophole

Then there's the best friend. They're practically family anyway. They eat your food, raid your fridge, and know all your embarrassing secrets.

Adding them is a no-brainer. They'll even give you their Animal Crossing turnips for free...probably.

Plus, who else is going to appreciate your perfectly timed Super Smash Bros. Ultimate taunts?

The Acquaintance Acceptance

Okay, now we're getting into slightly questionable territory. The friend of a friend. The person you met at that one party.

They seem nice enough. And hey, every Switch owner deserves the joy of online gaming! It's practically a human right at this point.

Just kidding... mostly. But seriously, if they promise not to rage quit, maybe consider it.

The Random Internet Person Revelation

This is where I draw the line... mostly. Unless they have exceptional online gaming skills, maybe reconsider.

But hear me out! Maybe you're feeling generous. Maybe you want to spread the joy of Splatoon 3. Maybe you just really like their online handle.

Okay, okay, I'm not totally advocating for adding random internet strangers. But if you do, make sure they're not using your account for nefarious purposes. Like, uh, I don't know, selling it on the dark web.

The Invitation Inquisition

Now, the technical part: actually adding these fine folks. Nintendo makes it relatively straightforward, thankfully.

You just need their Nintendo Account info. And a little bit of trust. Okay, maybe a lot of trust.

Sending those invites is like launching a rocket into space. You're not entirely sure where it will land, but you're hoping for the best.

Once they accept, BAM! They're officially part of your expanded "family." Prepare for countless hours of online shenanigans. And maybe a few arguments over who gets to play Pokémon Scarlet and Violet first.

The Unspoken Rules

Now that you've built your sprawling "family," a few ground rules are in order.

No hogging the online multiplayer. Sharing is caring, remember? And definitely no rage quitting. Seriously, nobody likes a rage quitter.

And for the love of all that is holy, don't change the account password without telling anyone. That's a one-way ticket to being kicked out of the "family."

Ultimately, adding members to your Nintendo Switch Online Family Plan is about sharing the fun. And maybe saving a few bucks along the way. Just remember to choose your "family" wisely. Because online gaming is serious business.