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[Bullet Club]

Switch Lite is life?

VG24/7

Most exciting, however, is that Switch library in this smaller, more eminently portable form factor. I’m not sure I’d want one of these as my only Switch (and I’m still holding out hope for a ‘Switch Pro’), as I’d miss the dock, but there are plenty of players who rarely or never dock. There are plenty of kids who want a handheld. I’d still recommend it to people like me as a second machine for traveling, and even more to those who care not for the dock as their sole portal into the world of the Switch. It provides high quality games in an excellent portable form factor, and so the spirit of the Game Boy and DS lives on – but it also offers console-quality games on the go; and in that, it succeeds the Vita. It is, as I said, the best of both worlds.

Engadget

At first, I thought the Switch Lite was similar to the 2DS -- a stripped down, kid-friendly version of a more technically complex console. But that might be dismissive of what Nintendo has actually accomplished. The Switch Lite is refined and ergonomic in a way I'd never think of the 2DS. It might be missing key aspects of the Switch experience, but it's also the best way to play Switch games on the go.

Gamespot

The Switch Lite lacks the versatility of the standard Switch, which makes its appeal much narrower, but it does have some benefits over the original model for those looking for a strictly portable experience.

The Verge

If you already own a Switch and love it, the Lite isn’t a necessary upgrade, unless you’re absolutely dying for a proper D-pad. (Even then, you have other options.) The improvements are welcome, but not drastic enough to warrant getting a whole new device. The Switch Lite is for people who are sitting on the proverbial fence: someone who liked the idea of Nintendo’s tablet but couldn’t quite stomach a $300 price tag and who didn’t really want to play games on a TV anyway. The kind of person who just wants a machine for playing Breath of the Wild on a plane or a kid who needs the latest Pokémon to fill those quiet summer afternoons. If the cut features don’t feel necessary to you, the Switch Lite will likely be a good option.

Kotaku

As I began, it’s one of the finest handheld gaming devices I’ve ever used. It’s larger, and feels more mainstream, than the quirky 3DS. It’s more rugged and earthy than Sony’s precious-looking Vita. It’s the sort of gaming hardware I wouldn’t feel bad just tossing in a bag unprotected. It’s console gaming in the palm of your hand, and you can pull it out during a rooftop party without feeling obligated to share.

WCCFTech: 8/10

The Switch Lite is a great secondary Switch, though for many the inability to dock to a TV will be an understandable deal-breaker. It's comfortable, aesthetically stylish, and plays games great, but it makes it awkward to play local multiplayer games and without detachable JoyCon it loses loads of existing functionality. A great gift for kids, perfect for those who wish to play a Switch by themselves in handheld mode, but for many, the original model will still be the better choice.

 

[iconmaster]

I think Mat is right. The Lite is going to push Switch units this holiday like nothing seen in years.

 

[MagnesG]

Vita ded?

 

[Lupin3]

"and you can pull it out during a rooftop party without feeling obligated to share." - Kotaku 2019

 

[ThatGamingDude]

"and you can pull it out during a rooftop party without feeling obligated to share." - Kotaku 2019

Fuck me if you should try to be apart of the party
"Oh dude what are you playing?"
"Mario Kart!"
"Oh I would love to join!"
"Fuck you."

 

[Joyful]

if only it had oled like the Vita

 

[bumleforce]

I just won 350 at my work. I'm thinking of getting a light. Can someone answer this for me. Is there a headphone Jack? I know there is no bt support but can I use wireless headphones

 

[cireza]

Waiting for comparison picture of the screens between the launch model (with Japanese manufactured screen) and the light. To see how yellow it is.

 

[Potato Chip PRO]

What games are not competable off the Lite? That's what the Verge said so Im a little confused.

 

[Vitacat]

It’s nice, but no motion or rumble kills it for me. Those were a memorable part of Switch games to me, I.e. BotW.

In fact, will the Lite mean we see fewer games using those features on the Switch? That would be sad IMO.

 

[Shifty]

Vita ded?

Anime Tiddie devs to flock to Nintendo en masse.

 

[MagnesG]

if only it had oled like the Vita

Thankfully it doesn't use a memory stick.

 

[IbizaPocholo]

 

[Deleted member 17706]

Man... if only this damn thing could connect to a TV.

 

[Virex]

Are The Verge retarded?

- Can't connect to a TV.

You don't fucking say. When clearly it's not meant to.

 

[Virex]

"and you can pull it out during a rooftop party without feeling obligated to share." - Kotaku 2019

Let's play with our Switch Lite you brought t o ur rooftop partycomrade.

 

[Lupin3]

Are The Verge retarded?

- Can't connect to a TV.

You don't fucking say. When clearly it's not meant to.

Just wait until they start reviewing cars and put "Can't fly" under bad stuff.

 

[Deleted member 17706]

Are The Verge retarded?

- Can't connect to a TV.

You don't fucking say. When clearly it's not meant to.

I think it's fair to list. It's still got the "Switch" naming, and a lot of people who haven't been keeping up with the details aren't going to know that it does not connect to a TV. It is a Switch that does not Switch.

 

[Birdo]

I'm calling it. Some hacker will get TV output from this thing in less than two weeks.

 

[Baart]

I'm hoping less than a week. Such a shit move to crippleware this model just to prey on the confusion of less informed consumers shopping for chistmas.

I'm calling it. Some hacker will get TV output from this thing in less than two weeks.

 

[Shouta]

What games are not competable off the Lite? That's what the Verge said so Im a little confused.

They probably mean titles where you need to remove the joy-con to do something, I think. I heard there's an option in the menu to simulate that until individual games get patched.

 

[MiyazakiHatesKojima]

Sounds like a homerun.

 

[Animagic]

I still think a dedicated lite dock for tv play is coming.

All you would need is a redesigned dock and a pro controller to reinstate tv play functionality.

 

[Randall365]

‘No kickstand’ ffs!

That review above is dogshit!

 

[Vawn]

Are The Verge retarded?

- Can't connect to a TV.

You don't fucking say. When clearly it's not meant to.

Its completely fair to list this. Not everyone is as clued in as us and someone looking to purchase this might just glance at the key points and were previously unaware that this Switch does not "switch".

 

[Spukc]

Are The Verge retarded?

- Can't connect to a TV.

You don't fucking say. When clearly it's not meant to.

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the switch lite won't cure cancer 1 outa 10

 

[SLoWMoTIoN]

What the fuck OP? The Vita is far more beautiful!

 

[JimiNutz]

I only just bought a new Switch with the improved battery.
I mainly play in portable mode but the reason I didn't hold out for the Lite is because the battery is worse.
I may pick up a Lite down the line as a secondary Switch for local MP but for now I think the new Switch with the best battery is the best portable gaming option.

 

[ExpandKong]

I only just bought a new Switch with the improved battery.
I mainly play in portable mode but the reason I didn't hold out for the Lite is because the battery is worse.
I may pick up a Lite down the line as a secondary Switch for local MP but for now I think the new Switch with the best battery is the best portable gaming option.

Yeah that was my reasoning for getting the basic Switch refresh rather than the lite. I do play primarily handheld so the best battery was a no-brainer.

 

[Romulus]

Still waiting for a standalone TV Nintendo "Switch" console with decent power. 1440p checkboard 4k at least. That or I'll wait for emulation.

 

[Tesseract]

eh, i think i'm gonna wait for the emulator to improve

it should be in a great place by holiday 2020

 

[Animagic]

Got one of these arriving tomorrow for my wife. Of course I’m looking forward to playing with it a bit while setting it up

 

[Oddvintagechap]

Are The Verge retarded?

- Can't connect to a TV.

You don't fucking say. When clearly it's not meant to.

What you smoking, That’s useful information. I expect many sad pricks trying to connect it to their tv. Wouldn’t be surprised if it was hacked to do so.

 

[Business]

Are The Verge retarded?

- Can't connect to a TV.

You don't fucking say. When clearly it's not meant to.

They are listing good and bad stuff and this has nothing to do with what’s obvious and what isn’t. This can’t be your brightest comment.

 

[Virex]

They are listing good and bad stuff and this has nothing to do with what’s obvious and what isn’t. This can’t be your brightest comment.

Clearly this isn't yours either

 

[Virex]

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the switch lite won't cure cancer 1 outa 10

1 / 10 - Too much Lite.

 

[DiscoJer]

I think a better comparison would be to the PSP, not Vita. The Vita had little support from 3rd parties (and for that matter, Sony). While the PSP did, albeit mostly in the form of PS2 (and in some cases, Xbox) ports as well as current games that released on the PS2/Xbox.

What's going to be interesting to see is when next gen starts, the PS5/Xbone 2, if the Switch continues to get current games. Once the PS3/360 game out, the PSP's new games started to dwindle (though piracy was also a factor).

 

[RokkanStoned]

Vita means life. Also goddamn Vita is so beautiful. If the backplate was switched out with two buttons for triggers, then it'd be the perfect handheld console. That and if it had a bit better support in terms of games.

 

[odhin]

(Hopefully) Gonna buy one asap to play some portable FFXII and Xenoblade 2 (please tell me those are "compatible").

 

[jts]

I'm calling it. Some hacker will get TV output from this thing in less than two weeks.

Nope. Unless the hacker can download video output hardware into it.

 

[CuteFaceJay]

What games are not competable off the Lite? That's what the Verge said so Im a little confused.

1-2 switch or games that require TV play?

 

[T-Square]

Which games are "not compatible out of the box"?

 

[ReBurn]

Which games are "not compatible out of the box"?

Super Mario Party.
1-2-Switch.
Nintendo Labo/LaboVR.
Just Dance (any version)
Fitness Boxing.
Surgeon Simulator CPR.

 

[mejin]

I think Mat is right. The Lite is going to push Switch units this holiday like nothing seen in years.

At $200, there is a high probability and it comes in the right time. Fall 2020 is all about next gen.

 

[chilleverest]

My biggest concern is wanting to play a game on Lite that is only available in regular switch.

 

[Bryank75]

I bought the 1.1 Switch today. I only play on TV, so the new one wasn't an option.... mainly got it for Pokemon and I picked up Links Awakening today but my son has his and a load of games I can use....

Pretty happy. Just need to get a Pro controller but it's cheaper in a store far from me.... so I'll wait till I'm there.

 

[CuteFaceJay]

I just got mine during lunch break with a slim case and a few glass screen protectors. I can't wait to test this bad boy out

 

[Business]

Clearly this isn't yours either

And I was as tactful as I could...

 

[Paltheos]

What the fuck OP? The Vita is far more beautiful!

We were never worthy of its glory.

 

[Caffeine]

missed opportunity to chrome cast this shit to a tv wirelessly.