Tag: Nintendo Switch Lite
News Zelda-Themed 'Hyrule Edition' Nintendo Switch Lite Launches This September
Striking gold
Appearing briefly at the end of today's announcement for The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Nintendo revealed an all-new 'Hyrule Edition' Switch Lite console which will be launching alongside the game on 26th September 2024. This might just be the most eye-catching design of all the special edition Switch Lites. The 'Hyrule...
Random This New Retro Handheld Looks Like A Switch Lite Clone
Internally, it's a very different system
Blink, and you might think the device below was a Switch Lite, but no - it's actually Anbernic's new retro handheld, officially titled the RG505. You've likely seen our previous coverage of the Chinese company's systems here on Nintendo Life, but if you haven't, it has got a bit of a history when it comes to...
Guide Where To Buy The Nintendo Switch Lite Pokémon Dialga & Palkia Edition
To match your old Diamond & Pearl DS Lite
The Pokémon Dialga & Palkia Edition Switch Lite has been released to coincide with the launch of Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, and this fetching console not only bears the images of the two titular Legendary Pokémon, but also mirrors the Special Edition DS Lite console which launched in...
Accessory Review Inateck Ultimate Nintendo Switch Case
Complete with "360° protection" tech
With almost 90 million Nintendo Switch consoles out in the wild and in the hands of gaming fans, it's no wonder that so many accessory manufacturers have tried their hand at crafting their own carry case solution. Protecting your precious system is probably pretty high on your priority list if you're the type...
Guide Where To Buy The Nintendo Switch Lite Blue
Or is it indigo?
The latest addition to the ever-growing rainbow roster of Switch Lites is now out in Europe and North America. It joins the current line up of Yellow, Turquoise, Grey and Coral to bring the Switch Lite line to a total of five, and although it's called 'Blue', it's really more of an indigo-y purple if you ask us — reminds us of the...
News Nintendo Acknowledges Blue Switch Lite Colour Argument With Handy Comparison Video
"Waluigi vs Nintendo Switch Lite Blue"
As it so often does, the internet had a minor meltdown when Nintendo officially unveiled its latest console last month; the new Switch Lite Blue immediately divided fans thanks to its colouring which, in some official promo images, looked slightly more purple than its blue namesake would suggest. Just like the...
Guide Where To Buy Nintendo Switch Lite Coral - Purchase The Pink Switch Lite
Pretty in pink, cute in coral
If you've been waiting to pull the trigger on Nintendo's handheld-only version of the all-conquering Switch, perhaps the latest addition to the colourful Switch Lite roster might be the one for you. The Nintendo Switch Lite Coral is a cute one and no mistake, and it launched in North America on 3rd April, and in Europe...
News Switch Lite Is "Generating Its Own Demand, Without Negatively Impacting" The Original System
Working together
Yesterday, Nintendo's six months earning release gave us our first look at sales for the Switch Lite. As of the 30th of September 2019, the system has sold 1.95 million units. Overall, combined Switch sales now total 41.67 million units worldwide. Nintendo's president Shuntaro Furukawa has further explained how exactly the Switch...
News Wall Street Journal Report Says Nintendo Tried To "Aggressively" Cut Costs Of The Switch Lite
Affordability played a big part
When Nintendo revealed the Switch Lite to the world in July, it was evident the new system was aimed at a different and arguably much younger market. This was reflected in the price of the unit, which according to Takashi Mochizuki of The Wallstreet Journal, was an ongoing concern for Nintendo during the development...
News Hand Cramps Won't Be A Problem With This New Switch Lite Grip Case
Grip this
As brilliant as the Switch Joy-Con is, it's flat on both sides, overly small when paired up with certain hands and can result in some serious cramps after prolonged sessions on The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (trust us, we know). Much more comfortable options include the Pro Controller and even the GameCube pad. Although we...
News Take A Look At Hori's Officially Licensed Accessories For Switch Lite
Playing it safe
Not long after Nintendo's Yoshiaki Koizumi revealed the Switch Lite to the world, the prolific peripheral maker HORI announced it was officially partnering with the company to produce a line of accessories for the new system. In its original press release, HORI said it would offer a range of storage and screen protection accessories...
News Hori Announces New Line Of Officially Licensed Accessories For Switch Lite
Launching alongside the system
The prolific peripheral maker Hori has announced it has been selected as an officially licensed launch partner for the Nintendo Switch Lite. As a result, it will be working closely with Nintendo from an "early stage" to produce "a robust line" of accessories, which will be available alongside the launch of the system...
Random These Colourful And Retro-Themed Switch Lite Concepts Look Amazing
We want them all!
The Switch Lite already seems like the perfect system to release in a bright array of colours and classic video game themes. Alongside the yellow, grey and turquoise models, Nintendo has revealed an official Pokémon Sword and Shield design. Still, even this is not enough to stop fans from imagining what other designs and colours...
Rumour Dataminer Supposedly Uncovers Tech Specs For New And Improved Switch
Is another model on the way?
Following on from yesterday's news about Nintendo's possible plan to update some of the components in the original Switch model, a hacker and dataminer known as Mike Heskin has now taken to Twitter to share his own findings about the recently announced Lite model and a completely new and improved system, that's rumoured...
Soapbox Nintendo Switch Lite Might Not Be For You, But It Will Be A Smash Hit With My Family
R.I.P. 3DS?
We can already imagine the various hot takes on tech gadget blogs all over the world following the announcement of the Nintendo Switch Lite. Headlines like "Nintendo Switch Lite Sucks As It Has No TV Out" and "Is The Nintendo Switch Lite Even A Switch?" will surely be the order of the day. Sure, there are some compromises here to get...
Random This Game Boy-Themed Nintendo Switch Lite Would Be Perfect For Zelda: Link's Awakening
Going retro
Following the shock announcement of the Nintendo Switch Lite yesterday, many of us were considering if we were going to grab a yellow, grey or turquoise model when they launch in September. Of course, there is also a special Pokémon themed Switch Lite too, which will be ready just in time for the launch of Pokémon Sword and Shield
News Switch Lite Reveal Sees Nintendo Shares Soar To Highest Point In Nine Months
“This device will be a mega hit"
Whatever your opinion on Nintendo's new console reveal, the Switch Lite appears to have investors of the company rather excited. According to the Financial Times, the Switch Lite reveal caused stock to rise by as much as 4.5% today, reaching ¥41,780 at its peak. This leaves Nintendo's shares at a nine-month high...
News UK Retailers Begin Switch Lite Pre-Orders With A Placeholder Price Of £200
Update: £199.99 price confirmed for UK
Update: A page on the Nintendo UK store now gives visitors the option to register their interest in the console. Alongside this is confirmation that it'll cost £199.99 in the region. Original Article: With the Nintendo Switch Lite reveal yesterday, one of the key pieces of information left out - for those...
News Switch Lite's Battery Life Will Last 3 - 7 Hours, Depending On What You Play
A slight improvement
One downside of the Nintendo Switch being such a high-powered video game system is its limited battery life when playing in portable mode. If you want to get the most out of it, the best option is to turn off the wireless and rumble options, and lower the volume and brightness – especially if you are playing a more intensive...
News You'll Be Able To Transfer Save Files Between Switch And Switch Lite, Eventually
Start on Switch, carry on with Switch Lite
As the initial excitement from the Switch Lite reveal starts to calm a little, more practical questions start to enter our minds. The most pressing of all these questions is probably 'do we need one of these?' and also, 'how would we actually use it?' The cheaper price point and bright colours are very...
News Nintendo Switch Lite Is Getting A Special Pokémon Sword And Shield Edition
Available later in the year
The Nintendo Switch Lite has just been officially unveiled by Nintendo, with three different colours set to be available at launch. On top of the three standard colours, though, you can also pick up a special Pokémon edition. Officially called the 'Nintendo Switch Lite Zacian and Zamazenta Edition', this console will be...
