Note: Learn more about the Nintendo Switch family of systems to see which ones work for you.
Play Modes
- Which play modes are compatible with my system?
- How do I know which play modes are compatible with specific software?
Accessories
- Which accessories are compatible with my system?
- How do I know which accessories are compatible with specific software?
Features
Play Modes
Which play modes are compatible with my system?
| Nintendo Switch – OLED Model | Nintendo Switch | Nintendo Switch Lite | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Handheld Mode
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Yes | Yes | Yes | |
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TableTop Mode
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Yes | Yes | Yes |
Nintendo Switch Lite does not have a stand, but it can be played in tabletop mode using the Adjustable Charging Stand for Nintendo Switch (sold separately), or a licensed accessory, such as the Dual USB PlayStand for Nintendo Switch Lite from HORI. For games that support Tabletop mode, players can wirelessly connect compatible controllers (sold separately), such as the Joy-Con or the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, to Nintendo Switch Lite. |
|
TV Mode
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Yes | Yes | No |
How do I know which play modes are compatible with specific software?
Nintendo Switch Lite can play any game that supports handheld mode, which are the vast majority of Nintendo Switch titles. A game’s supported play modes can be found on the software packaging, on Nintendo.com game detail pages, and in Nintendo eShop game listings.
Accessories
Which accessories are compatible with my system?
| Nintendo Switch – OLED Model | Nintendo Switch | Nintendo Switch Lite | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joy-Con | Yes | Yes | Yes |
The Joy-Con can be used as wireless controllers on Nintendo Switch Lite, or connected as wired controllers using a licensed accessory, such as the Dual USB PlayStand for Nintendo Switch Lite by HORI. A Nintendo Switch system or the Joy-Con Charging Grip (sold separately) is required to charge the Joy-Con controllers. |
| Nintendo Switch Pro Controller | Yes | Yes | Yes | The Pro Controller can be used as a wireless controller on Nintendo Switch Lite, or connected as a wired controller using a licensed accessory, such as the Dual USB PlayStand for Nintendo Switch Lite by HORI. |
| Nintendo Switch dock | Yes | Yes | No | Nintendo Switch Lite does not support TV Mode. |
| Nintendo Switch dock with LAN port | Yes | Yes | No | Nintendo Switch Lite does not support TV Mode. |
| Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 01: Variety Kit | No | Yes | No | Nintendo Switch – OLED Model is not compatible with Toy-Con Piano and Toy-Con Motorbike from the Nintendo Labo Variety Kit. Nintendo Switch – OLED Model has a larger, 7-inch OLED screen which will be partially hidden when using Toy-Con Fishing Rod and Toy-Con House. |
| Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 02: Robot Kit | Yes | Yes | No | |
| Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 03: Vehicle Kit | Yes | Yes | No | Nintendo Switch – OLED Model has a larger, 7-inch OLED screen which will be partially hidden when using Toy-Con Car. |
| Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit | Yes | Yes | No | Nintendo Switch – OLED Model has a larger, 7-inch OLED screen which may impact the VR effect while using Toy-Con VR Goggles. When using VR Mode, the image size on the screen is reduced to maintain the VR effect. Automatic detection to switch to VR Mode is not possible on Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, so the "VR Mode Auto-Switch" setting should be set to Off in Nintendo Labo: VR Kit. |
| Nintendo Switch AC Adapter | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| microSD Card | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| USB LAN Adapter | Yes | Yes | Yes |
This accessory is not needed when using the Nintendo Switch dock with a built-in LAN port. This accessory can be connected to Nintendo Switch Lite using a licensed accessory, such as the Dual USB PlayStand for Nintendo Switch Lite by HORI. |
| Poké Ball Plus | Yes | Yes | Yes | This accessory can be paired and used only as a wireless controller on Nintendo Switch family systems. |
| Nintendo Entertainment System Controllers | Yes | Yes | Yes |
The NES Controllers can be paired and used only as wireless controllers on Nintendo Switch Lite. A Nintendo Switch system is required to charge the NES Controllers. |
| Super Nintendo Entertainment System Controller | Yes | Yes | Yes | This accessory can be used as a wireless controller on Nintendo Switch Lite, or connected as wired controllers using a licensed accessory, such as the Dual USB PlayStand for Nintendo Switch Lite by HORI. |
| Nintendo 64 Controller | Yes | Yes | Yes | This accessory can be used as a wireless controller on Nintendo Switch Lite, or connected as wired controllers using a licensed accessory, such as the Dual USB PlayStand for Nintendo Switch Lite by HORI. |
| SEGA Genesis Control Pad | Yes | Yes | Yes | This accessory can be used as a wireless controller on Nintendo Switch Lite, or connected as wired controllers using a licensed accessory, such as the Dual USB PlayStand for Nintendo Switch Lite by HORI. |
| GameCube Controller | Yes | Yes | Yes | This accessory can be connected to Nintendo Switch Lite using a licensed accessory, such as the Dual USB PlayStand for Nintendo Switch Lite by HORI. |
| GameCube Controller Adapter | Yes | Yes | Yes | This accessory can be connected to Nintendo Switch Lite using a licensed accessory, such as the Dual USB PlayStand for Nintendo Switch Lite by HORI. |
How do I know which accessories are compatible with specific software?
All compatible accessories for a game can be found on each Nintendo eShop game listing and in our Online Game Store on Nintendo.com.
Features
Which features are available on my system?
| Nintendo Switch – OLED Model | Nintendo Switch | Nintendo Switch Lite | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HD Rumble | Yes | Yes | No | This feature is unavailable on a standalone Nintendo Switch Lite, but it may be used with the system by pairing a supported, wireless controller. |
| Motion Controls | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| NFC Functionality | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| IR Motion Camera | Yes | Yes | No | This feature is unavailable on a standalone Nintendo Switch Lite, but it may be used with the system by pairing a supported, wireless controller. |
| Wired Internet Communication | Yes | Yes | No |
When using a Nintendo Switch dock without a built-in LAN port, a USB LAN adapter is required to use a wired internet connection. This feature can be used with Nintendo Switch Lite using a licensed accessory, such as the Dual USB PlayStand for Nintendo Switch Lite by HORI. |
| Wireless Internet Communication | Yes | Yes | Yes |
