Is the Nintendo Switch backwards compatible?

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Is the Nintendo Switch backwards compatible with games or accessories from previous Nintendo consoles?


No. The Nintendo Switch is not backwards compatible with any previous Nintendo consoles or controllers. Nintendo has mentioned they are considering re-releasing more Wii U titles on the Switch, such as the upcoming Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.


No. Although the Nintendo Switch is not backwards compatible, Nintendo has been releasing older games from the NES and SNES, with their new platform: Switch Online. Additionally, Nintendo has been releasing some older titles from the Wii and Wii U, which have been remastered to be compatible with the system.

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