Nintendo has done its best to make games for the Switch compatible with the Switch 2. However, not all titles will work on the new console. Mostly the problems are with non-Nintendo games, but 🎉there are also some quirks with Nintendo's own titles. These issues include games which won't work with𝔍 the new Joy-Con 2.
Nintendo Switch Joy-Con And Controller Troub🌌lesho❀oting Guide
If you're having issues with your Sw�🎃�itch Joy-Cons this guide can help you solve them.
The Joy-Con 2 is a different design to the original, something which causes issues with certain titles. Mostly th🔥is is due to the lack of IR Motion Camera on the Joy-Con 2, as well as connection issues with other peripherals. Below is a list of all the Switch games you'll need a Joy-Con to play and the reasons why.
The IR Motion Camera📖 is in the right side Joy-Con. This is the red one if using the💫 original pair and is noted as Joy-Con (R) throughout.
Games Which Require A Switch Joy-Con To Play On Switch 2
Ring Fit Adventure
The Ring Fit Adventure game will run on the Switch 2, but you won't be able to attach a Joy-Con 2 to the Ring-Con accessory required to play. Instead, you'll need to sync up your original Joy-Con and can then attach it into place and play as you would previously.
Nintendo Switch Sports
Most games are fully compatible with the Switch and Joy-Con 2. However, you will need a Joy-Con to use the Leg Strap accessory and play Football Shootout.
Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 01: Variety Kit
The original Joy-Con is compatible with the Toy-Con accessories. However, the Switch 2 console will not fit into the House, Fishing Rod, Motorbike, or Piano accessories and the RC Car antenna cannot be attached to the Switch 2.
As a result, the game experience on Switch 2 will be limited compared to the original.
Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 02: Robot Kit
You can play this on Switch 2 by syncing up an original Joy-Con and attaching it to the Toy-Con Robot.
Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 03: Vehicle Kit
The Toy-Con accessories can all be used with a Switch Joy-Con. However, you cannot use the screen stand with the Switch 2, something which will slightly alter the gameplay experience.
You cannot insert the Switch 2 into the Toy-Con VR Goggles, making the Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit completely incompatible with Nintendo Switch 2.
Game Builder Garage
The Joy-Con 2 doesn't have an IR Motion Camera. If you wish to use the IR Motion Camera Nodon or IR-Light Nodon when in Free programming mode, you will need to connect a Joy-Con (R).
Dr Kawashima's Brain Training For Nintendo Switch
Most games are playable with a Joy-Con 2. However, due to requiring the IR Motion Camera, Finger Calculations, Finger Drills and Rock, Paper, Scissors can only be played if you use a Switch Joy-Con (R).
Warioware: Move It!
A number of the microgames use the IR Motion Camera. Due to this, you'll need a Switch Joy-Con (R) connected to play the game without issues.
1-2 Switch
Several of the minigames require the IR Motion Camera. As with similar titles, this means you'll need a Switch Joy-Con (R) synced up and connected to play problem-free.
Everybody 1-2 Switch!
This is technically playable with a Joy-Con 2. However, due to the reduction of the force feedback vibrations in the Joy-Con 2 compared to the original Joy-Con, the minigame Joy-Con Hide & Seek will be more difficult without an original Joy-Con.
How To Fi🎃x N🌱intendo Switch Joy-Con Drift (With Your Cell Phone)
A new app currently available on Android devices allow♌s Switch owners to turn their cell phones into Joy-Cons.
