Many Switch 2 buyers will likely have some original Switch games in their collection. If you are one of those, you may wonder if Switch 1 cartridges work in the Switch 2.
So, to answer, do Switch 1 cartridges work on Switch 2? We have put together this handy guide so you can find out.
Can You Use Switch 1 Cartridges On Switch 2?
Yes. Switch cartridges will work on Switch 2 thanks to backwards compatibility.
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+ 3There are some exceptions to this, however. Due to compatibility issues, a few titles don't work correctly on the Switch 2. We have a complete list of all the Switch games that currently have issues functioning on Switch 2, which you can read by clicking here. Nintendo hopes to fix these issues to enhance Switch 2's backward compatibility; the list will be updated accordingly.
Do Switch 2 Cartridges Work On Switch 1?
Yes, some Switch 2 cartridges will work on the Switch 1.
click to enlarge+ 3Now, please don't think that you will be able to pick up the likes of Mario Kart World or the upcoming Donkey Kong Bananza and play them on the Switch 1; these are games only for the Switch 2.
The Switch 2 cartridges that will work on the Switch 1 are cross-generation games released on both systems, and there is a way to determine if you can play your new red cartridge on the older system.
- LB Code = Switch 2 only
- LN Code = Works on Switch 1 and 2
- LP Code = Game-Key Card
The picture below shows an example of a Switch 2 cartridge that will work on Switch 1 and Switch 2. Its code below the label art starts with LN.
click to enlarge+ 3That about concludes our Nintendo Switch 2 cartridge guide. If you are interested in finding out Switch 2 stock availability, click here to access our stock checker for stock in the USA, and click here for Switch 2 UK stock availability.
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