- List Of Games That Ain't Compatible With Nintendo Switch Lite And How To Know
- Nintendo Switch Lite Non-Compatible Games
Nintendo Switch Lite have seem to capture a lot of Nintendo fans heart, i mean who doesn't want to game on a portable platform, able to carry around?
The brand-spanking new, portable-only version of Switch offers a cheaper way of jumping on the Switch train with a focus on handheld play which makes it a true replacement for Nintendo 3DS. But before considering leaving your main Switch behind, we just have to hint you that the Switch Lite handheld console might not be able to support all games.
Nintendo Switch Lite's controls are also integrated into the body of the console meaning there are a small handful of games that will no longer function without purchasing extra Joy-Con controllers and connecting them wirelessly to Switch Lite. You see the reason why you need your original switch right beside you.
Nintendo Switch Lite's controls are also integrated into the body of the console meaning there are a small handful of games that will no longer function without purchasing extra Joy-Con controllers and connecting them wirelessly to Switch Lite. You see the reason why you need your original switch right beside you.
As you can see in the image above, Nintendo states on its website that Tabletop Mode isn't supported with Switch Lite. Yeah that's true, but you still have one way to tackle that. You can connect wireless controllers to it just like the normal Switch. Switch Lite simply lacks the kickstand of the standard model. It's obvious that you can't attach Joy-Con to the console anymore, but you can definitely have a way to charge them separately such as a Joy-Con Charging Grip. So let's hit straight to the listing.
Below you'll find the games that don't function in Handheld Mode and will either require extra controllers or the standard Switch console to work properly.
List Of Games That Don't Support Handheld Mode
- 1-2-Switch
- Just Dance (all of them)
- Super Mario Party
- Fitness Boxing
- Ring Fit Adventure (releasing on 18th October)
- Nintendo Labo (all sets)
Don't expect is only these listed above they're more to come and we'll update this as and when new titles are released which don't support Handheld mode.
How To Know If A Switch Game Doesn't Support Handheld Mode
Alright many people will find this difficult to figure out when purchasing a game. That's why we're here to guide you properly. You'll want to keep a look out for the little handheld icon on the box (or on the eShop game page if you buy your games digitally). Look on the back of the box and you'll find a series of icons indicating compatibility like the ones below for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (left) and Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit (right):
Seen above, Breath of the Wild is good to go in Handheld Mode, but Nintendo Labo kits? Nah!!.
