The Switch 2 is finally here, and so are its few launch titles. But while most Nintendo fans are wondering which games they can access on their shiny new Switch 2, a few are clinging to the past and pondering an entirely different question: "Can I play Switch 2 games on my original Switch console?"
The answer isnt a resounding "No." But its close.
Dont get me wrong, this isnt a Breath Of The Wild situation where a major launch title is available on both a brand-new console and that consoles predecessor. And you can play most Switch titles on the Switch 2. But anyone who didnt get in early with a pre-order, or held off camping out at their local retailer to get one at midnight, cant play most Switch 2 titles on an original Switch.
But "most" is the operative word here — not every Switch 2 launch title is a Switch 2 exclusive.
Confused? Heres a quick breakdown to clear things up. Prepare for some blunt disappointment and maybe a few surprises.
Can I play Mario Kart World on my Switch?No.
Can I play The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition?No! Consider the not Switch 2 edition.
Can I play the Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour on my Switch?No, of course not. Now youre just being ridiculous!
Can I play F-Zero GX on Nintendo Switch Online since I have the Expansion Pack for Switch?Thats a fair question, but its a no.
Can I play that off-the-radar Unity game Survival Kids on Switch?Nope.
Can I play Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S?No :(
Can I play Deltarune Chapters 1-4 on my Switch 1?Wait… yes? Yes, actually! The successor to the ever-iconic Undertale launched alongside the Switch 2, but it can be played on the Switch as well, though note that you need to get the Switch 1 version of Deltarune to play across generations. (There are separate eShop listings for the Switch 1 and Switch 2 versions of Deltarune.)
Sadly, there arent any other Switch 2 launch titles available to play on the original Switch. Still, if youre looking to get in on the Switch 2 action but dont have $500 to spare, you can fire up Deltarune Chapters 1-4 on your original Switch for only $24.99.
Update (June 10): Weve clarified which version of Deltarune youd need to buy to play across Switch generations.
