Tag: Switch Lite
News Nintendo Announces Two New Animal Crossing: New Horizons-Themed Switch Lites, Out October
More bundles are on the way
Nintendo has today announced a new range of Switch bundles that will be coming our way next month including two brand-new Animal Crossing: New Horizons-inspired Switch Lite editions. The Isabelle’s Aloha Edition and Timmy & Tommy’s Aloha Edition will be available from Target and Walmart respectively in the US...
PSA Nintendo Switch Sports Local Multiplayer Won't Work On Switch Lite Or In Tabletop Mode
Dock required for two or more players
Nintendo Switch Sports is another one of those first-party titles that appear to have some restrictions in place. As identified by 'Akfamilyhome' on Twitter, you won't be able to play the game's local multiplayer mode with two or more players if you're playing on a Switch/Switch OLED in tabletop mode, or are...
Guide Which Switch Games Don't Work With Nintendo Switch Lite?
The games you can't play without Joy-Con Controllers
Updated with Nintendo Switch Sports. Switch Lite, the portable-only version of Nintendo's console, 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. However, it's important to remember that unlike the standard...
PSA Nintendo Says Switch Sports Won't Work On The Switch Lite
Update: ...but it actually does?
Update: We've tested Nintendo Switch Sports on the Switch Lite with some Joy-Con (you can download the playtest app now, but you can't actually get into any games) and it does seem to be another case of Nintendo being overly cautious here to avoid disappointment. You can use Joy-Con to play Nintendo Switch Sports on...
Video Side-By-Side Comparison Of Pokémon's Diamond And Pearl Remakes Running On Every Switch
What Switch are you playing on?
If you're still trying to decide the Nintendo Switch that's right for you, perhaps this side-by-side...by-side comparison of the new Pokémon Diamond and Pearl remakes can help. YouTube channel 'Open Surprise' has uploaded a video showing what the latest Pokémon Switch releases look like on each of the different...
Reminder The Special Pokémon Dialga & Palkia Edition Switch Lite Is Out Today
Perfect for the Diamond and Pearl remakes
Animal Crossing may well be taking up all the headlines thanks to its shiny new update and DLC pack out today, but don't forget that a brand new variant of the Nintendo Switch Lite has also arrived on the market. Yes, the special Pokémon Dialga & Palkia Edition Switch Lite is now available to buy at...
Guide Nintendo Switch Pro: Everything We Know - 4K Visuals, Nvidia Tegra And 2021 'OLED Model'
All the rumours regarding a more powerful Switch
Editor's note: We'll be updating this guide with news of a potential Switch 'Pro' variant as it occurs. Nintendo is no stranger to updating and iterating its hardware. Ever since the days of the NES, the company has seen the value in refreshing its consoles to maintain consumer interest, introduce...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 13.0.0 Is Live, Adds Bluetooth Audio
And a Switch OLED dock update
The new Switch OLED model arrives next month and ahead of its release Nintendo has rolled out a sizable update - bumping the system firmware all the way up to version 13.0.0. We heard how Bluetooth audio support was spotted in an update earlier this year and now it's been officially released. Headphones, earbuds,...
News A Special Pokémon Dialga & Palkia Edition Nintendo Switch Lite Launches This November
Update: Pre-orders live at My Nintendo UK!
Update: And just like that, pre-orders are already up for the special Dialga & Palkia Edition Nintendo Switch Lite at My Nintendo Store UK. You can grab it below: <products id="15592"> Original Article (Wed 18th Aug, 2021 14:45 BST): During today's Pokémon Presents video, The Pokémon Company...
Talking Point Nintendo's Business Remains Strong, But Is The Bloom Off Switch Lite?
The Switch that doesn't 'switch' likely needs a price drop
Nintendo published its Q1 financial results today and they were, largely, what was expected. The extraordinary boom in business from the equivalent period in 2020, as Animal Crossing: New Horizons took off and gamers around the world were forced to seek home entertainment above all else, was...
Feature Nintendo Hardware Refreshes Through The Ages
Nintendo's lineage of console updates and revisions
Mid-cycle hardware refreshes may sometimes feel like a relatively recent development, but console manufacturers have been releasing revised versions of their consoles since video gaming first entered the home. You might associate Nintendo hardware refreshes mostly with handheld consoles thanks to...
News Nintendo UK Celebrates Summer With A 30-Day Switch Accessory Competition
Find out how you could win
To celebrate the arrival of summer, Nintendo UK is holding a contest where it'll be giving out a Nintendo Switch accessory each day from now until the end of the month, courtesy of the My Nintendo Store. Entrants are required to be residents of Great Britain and must be 16 years or over. You can go in the draw by simply...
Guide Best Nintendo Switch Lite Accessories
Get the most out of your Switch Lite
If you are planning on picking up a shiny new Nintendo Switch Lite, you might be wondering what else you should be adding to your basket with it (other than games, of course). Thankfully, we have you covered with a whole smorgasbord of goodies you can use to accessorise and look after your brand new Switch Lite...
Guide Best Nintendo Switch And Switch Lite Console Bundle Deals
The best deals on Nintendo consoles and bundles
So, you're in the market for buying a Nintendo Switch or Switch Lite are you? Well, you've come to the right place. If you're hoping to pick up a deal on a Switch console - Lite or otherwise - the Switch bundles below will get you the console and hopefully some other goodies thrown in. In this guide...
Guide Best Deals For Nintendo Switch Lite
Get the best deal on Nintendo's smallest Switch
The release of Nintendo Switch Lite finally signals an end to the long, lustrous life of Nintendo's previous portable-only console, the Nintendo 3DS. The Switch Lite is a smaller handheld-only variant of Nintendo's hybrid console that effectively replaces the 3DS family of systems (including 2DS) as...
Talking Point Is The New Switch Lite Blue, Or Purple?
Oh god no not the dress thing again
On a lovely, sunny Tuesday in Japan, Nintendo was all geared up to announce a new colour for their next Switch Lite model. "How the public will love it," they thought. "It's been ages since we did anything blue, not counting those Skyward Sword Joy-Cons." And lo, the internet did rage. "It's not blue," they said...
News Nintendo Unveils A New Blue Switch Lite Console
And it launches next month!
Nintendo has announced that its Switch Lite range will soon receive a brand new colour option – and yes, it's another kind of blue. Joining the Yellow, Turquoise, Grey and Coral Pink systems is this new 'Blue' edition (although it looks kind of purple in some of the pics below?), which will retail at the standard...
News Nintendo Plugs Zelda: Skyward Sword HD With New "Button-Only" Control Scheme
Says it's "perfect" for Switch Lite players
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword for the Nintendo Wii was originally built from the ground-up for motion controls. As a result, there's a lot of swinging involved, and well, if you played back in 2011, you might recall how it was quite a workout. Some players also encountered a number of issues. Motion...
News New Animal Crossing-Themed Nintendo Switch Lite Bundles Appear For Black Friday
Available at the Nintendo UK Store
New Nintendo Switch Lite bundles that include a copy of Animal Crossing: New Horizons have arrived at the Nintendo UK Store just in time for Black Friday. You can pick up either a Turquoise or Coral Pink Switch Lite console as part of the new promotion, with Animal Crossing: New Horizons artwork featured on the...
Guide Nintendo Switch Games With Small Text: The Worst Offenders - How To Use Zoom On Switch
Text-ual dysfunction
One common issue with many Switch games — especially games ported from other platforms — is uncomfortably small on-screen text. Whether it's dialogue in a box, menu text, or the User Interface (UI), it can often be difficult to read on Nintendo's handheld hybrid console. It's not something that blights ported games...
Guide How To Share Games And Saves Across Nintendo Switch And Switch Lite
How to sync data and share games between two Switches
Important note: It is possible to transfer save data for Animal Crossing: New Horizons between two Switches at will. Scroll to the bottom of the page for more details or check out our Animal Crossing Island Transfer guide. Automatic Cl
Guide Nintendo Switch Issues And Hardware Faults - How To Fix Common Switch Problems
Joy-Con drift, random disconnections and other hardware issues
The Nintendo Switch and Switch Lite are a durable pair of consoles designed to endure the rigours of home and portable gaming. For the most part, we've been very happy with reliability of our Switch hardware - our launch systems are still going strong after being slung in backpacks,...
News Nintendo Official UK Store Gets A Switch Restock, Including The Elusive Coral Switch Lite
Original Neon model also returns!
After a lengthy period of having no stock, the Nintendo Official UK Store has once again started taking pre-orders for Switch consoles. Both the Neon Red/Blue Nintendo Switch and the Coral Switch Lite - which has been near impossible to find after its initial launch period - can be ordered as we speak. We imagine...
News Nintendo Files Patent For The Switch Lite
Better late than never
Companies are always filing patents for new product designs, but this time it's a little different. Nintendo Co., Ltd. recently registered a design at the Japanese patent office for the Switch Lite – a handheld system which launched in September last year. The description notes how the device is "an electronic computer...
News The Coral Nintendo Switch Lite Releases In Europe And Australia On 24th April
A new splash of colour
Update (Wed 11th Mar, 2020 09:15 GMT): It has now also been confirmed that the Coral Switch Lite will be launching in Europe on the very same day as the Australian release, on 24th April. You can pre-order from the Official Nintendo UK Store. Original Article (Wed 11th Mar, 2020 06:00 GMT): Last month, Nintendo announced a
News Pre-Orders For The New Coral Nintendo Switch Lite Appear On Amazon (North America)
Grab yours today!
Earlier in the week, Nintendo revealed the latest addition to the Nintendo Switch family of systems. The gorgeous looking Coral Switch Lite will be launching in North America on 3rd April. If you're hoping to get your hands on one, you're in luck, as pre-orders for the new console have now gone live on Amazon. It has been listed...
News A Gorgeous Coral Switch Lite Is Releasing On Animal Crossing: New Horizons Day
Update: Confirmed for NA and Japan
Update: The new Coral Switch Lite has now also been confirmed for release in North America! It'll arrive slightly later than in Japan, on 3rd April. Original Article: Nintendo has revealed that a lovely Coral Nintendo Switch Lite system is headed our way in just over a month's time. The new colour will join...
Deals Switch Lite's Price Drops To Black Friday Level In The UK
Update: Now down to less than £170, this weekend only
Update: The Game Collection is running a 5% off everything code running this weekend, which takes the cost of a Switch Lite down to less than £168. The code is ‘5TARTGAME‘ and is valid until midnight on January 19th. (Thanks, farmer_humpf!) Original Story: With the standard Switch proving...
News Mount Your Switch Or Switch Lite Onto Your Pro Controller With This New Accessory
Pre-order now!
A new accessory for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch Lite is just days away from release which will allow you to mount your console of choice onto your Pro Controller. Essentially transforming your Switch into a little portable TV, this accessory allows you to use your Pro Controller while playing with the console in handheld...
News Fans Keep Designing Animal Crossing Switch Lites And Now We Need One
A new system for New Horizons?
The award for biggest and most anticipated Nintendo Switch game on the horizon (get it?) probably has to go to Animal Crossing: New Horizons. It's been a while since fans of the franchise have had a brand new core series game to enjoy, and excitement for the new title is running high. It's running so high, in fact,...
News Convert Your Switch Into A Portable Arcade Unit With Gametech's Mini Arcade Stick
Supports standard and Lite models
The Switch has a lot to offer in terms of arcade experiences. There's a growing list of fighting and shmup games being released on the system on a regular basis. On top of this, Hamster continues to add more titles to its Arcade Archives collection. Realising arcade gaming is alive and well on the Switch, accessory...
News The Nintendo Switch Lite Flip Cover Goes On Sale Just In Time For Christmas
Flipping brilliant
If you are a fan of the Nintendo Switch Lite's portability but hate how vulnerable that lovely screen is compared to the clamshell design of the 3DS family of consoles which came before it... then you are finally in luck. Nintendo of America's online store is finally selling the Nintendo Switch Lite Flip Cover & Screen...
Deals Nintendo Switch Lite Gets A Black Friday Price Drop (UK)
Update: Now down to £179
If you're looking to get your hands on a shiny new Nintendo Switch Lite, perhaps as a Christmas gift or just a little present to yourself, Black Friday is set to be a good time to do just that. Amazon UK is currently offering the console at a reduced price, with all of the three launch models now available for £179.00...
News A Cheap Nintendo Switch Lite Charging Station Is Releasing Tomorrow
Pre-orders now live
Gaming accessory maker Venom is set to release a brand new (and very affordable) charging station for the Nintendo Switch Lite tomorrow. Perhaps one of the most simple third-party dock designs we've seen, Venom's new product has a USB-C charger which connects to the bottom of your console and little else to get in the way...
Random So, You Probably Don't Want To Put Your Nintendo Switch On A Radiator
Radiator used melt! It's super effective
It might sound obvious, but after seeing this it's probably worth putting it out there regardless: don't leave your Nintendo Switch on a radiator. You can likely see where this is going, and yes, one poor soul has recently seen the effects of doing such a thing first hand. Reddit user nuzleafsnipples94 has...
Accessory Review tomtoc Nintendo Switch Lite Cases - Sturdy, Practical And Affordable
Available to buy as we speak
A quick look at any gaming retailer's website will present you with countless options for your console carrying needs these days, and picking the right case for your particular budget can be a little complicated. Last year we checked out tomtoc's range of cases for the original Nintendo Switch and came away very...
Deals Bag The Best In-Store And Digital-Only Nintendo Switch Black Friday Deals
The best Switch Black Friday deals you can only buy in-store
Fancy stretching your legs and getting some fresh are over the Black Friday period? If you're brave enough to head out into the real world there are several deals on Nintendo Switch consoles and games which aren't available for delivery - yes, you'll have to leave the house and actually go...
News This Official Switch Lite Flip Cover Looks Perfect For Keeping Your Console Safe
Update: Confirmed for UK, AUS and now North America
Update (18th Nov, 14:45): Already confirmed for other parts of the world, we've now had word that the stylish Switch Lite Flip Cover is coming to North America on December 8th, with a retail price of $39.99. Update (3rd Sep, 10:45): Great news, folks! The official Switch Lite Flip Cover has been...
News Doug Bowser Says More Female Consumers Are Buying The Switch Lite
Audience expansion remains the top priority
It's no secret that Nintendo wants to expand its audience with its smaller and more affordable Switch Lite system. The company president Shuntaro Furukawa recently revealed registrations for the new model had a higher percentage of female users and also said there was evidence of a "good number of...
News Nintendo Switch Was The Best-Selling Video Game Hardware In The United States Last Month
And it remains the best-selling platform of 2019
In addition to Luigi's Mansion 3 reaching third place on the US software charts in October, Nintendo also experienced another strong month in terms of hardware sales. While no sales figures were provided, NPD Video Game Industry Analyst Mat Piscatella revealed the Switch was the best-selling hardware...
News The Most Popular Switch Lite Colour Is Turquoise, According To Nintendo
Which did you pick?
Just over a month has passed since the Nintendo Switch Lite burst onto the scene. At launch, three different colours were available - Grey, Yellow, and Turquoise - with a special Pokémon edition set to follow in November ahead of the release of Pokémon Sword and Shield. While all three consoles look lovely in the
Random Nintendo's Customer Support Twitter Account Shares Another Switch Safety Message
Don't damage it in a backpack!
Nintendo's customer support Twitter account for Japan is at it again with silly but seemingly necessary warnings for Switch owners. This follows on from a tweet telling users not to sit on their beloved hybrid system. This time around it's a graphic directed at users who carry their Switch around in a backpack...
News Fed Up Of Carrying Your Nintendo Switch Lite? Get Yourself A Neck Strap
Available to pre-order as we speak
The more popular a Nintendo product gets, the more bizarre the third-party accessories become - remember the Wii days? It's perhaps to be expected, then, that the Switch Lite is the latest machine to get in on the weird accessory shenanigans. That's right, available to pre-order now from Amazon Japan with...
Rumour Buster Sorry, You Won't Be Getting A $149 Switch Lite From Walmart This Black Friday
'Leaked' ad is a fake
By now you might have seen a supposed 'leak' of a Black Friday Walmart advert doing the rounds on social media which promises a Switch Lite for a mere $149 and a regular Switch for just $199. Sounds spectacular, no? Well, we're here with a quick PSA: we're sorry to burst your bubble if you'd got excited, but Walmart has...
Random Nintendo's Customer Support Twitter Account Reminds Us Not To Sit On The Switch
It could damage the system!
The Switch might be a technical wonder – allowing users to game on the go, or on the couch – but if you don't put it away safely when you're done playing bad things could happen. Nintendo's customer support Twitter account for Japan recently issued an amusing but serious warning – reminding Switch owners not to...
News The Switch Has Now Sold More Than 15 Million Units In North America
Switch Lite boosted the overall sales
Nintendo has revealed the recent release of the Switch Lite helped increase overall system sales in North America. Combined, the original Switch model and Lite model have now sold over 15 million units in this region. Through September, Switch sales in the US were up by more than 20% year to date. The Switch...
Random Reddit User Claims To Have Received A Switch Lite With Two 'Y' Buttons
You don't see this every day
We've all heard of Joy-Con drift and Switch docks being 'bricked' by third-party accessories, but this is definitely a new one. An image supposedly featuring a newly purchased Nintendo Switch Lite has been doing the rounds on Reddit over the last few
Video 10 Of The Best Switch Lite Accessories You Can Get Your Hands On
Some are even compatible with the original system
Wondering how you can enhance your Switch Lite experience? With accessories, of course! If you just couldn't resist this new unit – much like our American-based video producer Zion Grassl, then these ten accessories for the latest iteration of Nintendo's beloved hybrid system are worth taking a...
News Don't Get Too Excited, That Revised Switch Lite Model Might Be For Events Only
So there isn't a new Switch Lite on the way?
Update (16:55 BST): Earlier, we reported on a new FCC filing that appeared to show a revised version of the Switch Lite. We'll leave the original story for you to check out below. Unfortunately - or fortunately, depending on how you look at it - further digging into the console's documentation reveals...
News New Theory Suggests Nintendo Has Tried To Prevent Switch Lite Stick Drift After All
The devil's in the detail
There's an awful lot of confusion surrounding the never-ending topic of stick drift at the moment, with some Switch Lite owners suggesting that their new consoles are suffering the same fate as seen in the original Joy-Con. Things soon escalated when a teardown video of the console shared by Spawn Wave suggested that the...
