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Nintendo Switch Lite Console Blue

Nintendo Switch Lite Console Blue

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  • Last seen at $259.97 at Retro vGames on Nov 10.

Our take on the Nintendo Switch Lite Console Blue

The Switch Lite is Nintendo's handheld-only version of the Switch: a smaller, lighter console with controls built into the body and a proper D-pad instead of the detachable Joy-Cons. It plays Switch games that support Handheld mode, both physical cartridges and digital downloads, but it cannot dock to a TV. It suits one person who games on the move or around the house; anyone who wants couch multiplayer or TV play should look at the standard Switch or OLED model.

Best forSolo handheld playersCommuters and travelersA first console for a childA second, personal Switch
Pros
  • Lighter and more compact than the standard Switch
  • Built-in D-pad suits 2D and platform games
  • Unibody design feels sturdier in the hands
  • Plays the same physical and digital Switch library
  • Longer battery life than the original Switch
Cons
  • Cannot connect to a TV
  • Joy-Cons are fixed, so no tabletop or docked multiplayer
  • No rumble and no motion controls in the built-in pads
  • Smaller screen than the standard and OLED models
  • Some games need extra Joy-Cons to play

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What reviewers say

Owners like it as a sturdy, pocketable way to play Switch games and often praise the D-pad and battery life. The common complaints are the fixed controls, the lack of TV output and the smaller screen.

What people mention
  • PortabilityPraisedOwners like how light and easy to carry it is compared with the standard Switch.
  • D-padPraisedThe built-in D-pad is called a real improvement for platformers and fighting games.
  • TV outputCriticisedBuyers note it cannot dock to a TV, which rules out big-screen play.
  • ControlsCriticisedFixed Joy-Cons mean no detachable controllers for multiplayer and no easy swap if a stick drifts.
  • ScreenMixedThe display is sharp but smaller than the standard and OLED Switch screens.

About the Nintendo Switch Lite Console Blue

Nintendo Switch Lite is a version of the Nintendo Switch system made for personal, handheld play. It is small and light, with a sleek unibody design and fully integrated controls, including a built-in +Control Pad.

It is compatible with all physical and digital Nintendo Switch games that support Handheld mode. Games named in the material include Super Mario Odyssey, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.

Brand
Nintendo
Format
Hardware
Design
Unibody with integrated controls and built-in +Control Pad
Play mode
Handheld
Compatibility
Physical and digital Nintendo Switch games that support Handheld mode
Width
9.00 in
Height
4.50 in
Depth
3.50 in
Weight
21.00 oz
Condition
New
UPC
045496882716
Release date
May 21, 2021

Questions and answers

Can the Switch Lite connect to a TV?
No. It is handheld-only and has no dock output. Games must support Handheld mode to play.
Does it play the same games as the regular Switch?
Yes, it plays physical and digital Switch games that support Handheld mode. A few games that require detached Joy-Cons or motion controls need extra controllers.
How does it compare with the standard Switch?
It is smaller, lighter and has a built-in D-pad, but it loses TV output, detachable Joy-Cons, rumble and motion controls.
Is the battery better than the original Switch?
Yes, it generally lasts longer per charge than the launch Switch, though the newer standard and OLED models are close.
Does it have rumble or motion controls?
No. The built-in controls have neither, so games that rely on them need separate Joy-Cons.
What comes in the box?
The console with built-in controls and a charger. No dock, HDMI cable or separate controllers are included.
Where is the Nintendo Switch Lite Console Blue cheapest?
At Retro vGames, for $259.97, as of our latest check.

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