Nintendo Launches Switch 2 Backwards Compatibility Search Page

Since the debut of the Switch 2 in June, Nintendo has delivered game enhancements, updates, and system firmware improvements to enable more titles to be compatible with its innovative hybrid console.

Keeping track of every enhancement has not been the simplest task, and to assist in making this process somewhat smoother, a fresh website has just been launched.

This platform permits you to verify the compatibility of Switch software on the Nintendo Switch 2. It’s as straightforward as entering a Switch game into the search box, and it will indicate whether it is “supported” or otherwise. Nintendo also mentions that the search outcomes encompass both physical and digital formats of the software.

This search capability extends to applications, with each inquiry potentially including supplementary details such as recent updates. Other searches may display “incompatible” or “unsupported,” as illustrated in the screenshots below – with Nintendo even acknowledging particular difficulties.

Hence, rather than having to consult the official PDFs or utilize other search methods on Nintendo’s site, you can simply type the game name in the search bar and ascertain if the software you wish to enjoy is compatible on Switch 2.

When Nintendo first disclosed Switch game compatibility for Switch 2, it indicated that not all games would be supported at launch, but clarified that efforts to enhance compatibility were ongoing.

This new search feature enables you to regularly monitor the status of games that may not yet be compatible with Switch 2 and check for any updates.

Are there any specific Switch games or apps you are eager to have made compatible with Switch 2? Please share your thoughts in the comments.