Titles with Partial Gameplay Limitations
The Nintendo Switch Lite is compatible with all Nintendo Switch games that can be played in Handheld Mode, but some elements of certain Handheld Mode-compatible titles that make use of Joy-Con functions (HD rumble, IR Motion Camera, integrated motion sensors) may not be available.
Nintendo titles with partial gameplay limitations
Mario Golf: Super Rush
As the Nintendo Switch Lite is not compatible with swinging motion controls, where players can physically swing the Joy-Con for a direct-control sensation, certain modes that make use of such controls will not be available.
Game Builder Garage
When playing on a Nintendo Switch Lite console, a Joy-Con pair (sold separately) is required for certain features in Free Programming Mode.
Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics
When playing on a Nintendo Switch Lite, 15 of the title's games require a Joy-Con pair (sold separately).
Dr Kawashima's Brain Training for Nintendo Switch
As they use Joy-Con functionality, "Rock, Paper, Scissors Test", "Finger Calculations", "Finger Drills", "Birdwatching", "Flag Raising" and "Box Counting" will be unavailable.
Mario Tennis Aces
As the Nintendo Switch Lite is not compatible with swinging motion controls, where players can physically swing the Joy-Con for a direct-control sensation, certain modes that make use of such controls will not be available.
Snipperclips Plus - Cut it out, together!
Party Mode and Blitz Mode can only be used if two Joy-Con controllers or other controllers are attached so that two or more players can play.
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Joy-Con Controllers
Joy-Con Charging Grip※
- As the Nintendo Switch Lite is unable to charge Joy-Con Controllers, a suitable charging product, such as the Joy-Con Charging Grip, is required.
Some titles from other publishers also contain Joy-Con-specific elements that may be unavailable without a Joy-Con controller.