Will the The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (Nintendo Switch) work with the Nintendo Switch (original and OLED model)?
Yes. Both use Nintendo Switch games.
Both records are reviewed against the manufacturers' sources; sources last checked 2026-10-14. Informational only: confirm with the manufacturer before buying.
Why
- ✓ Both use Nintendo Switch games.
Good to know
- Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive games do not run on Nintendo Switch.
- Nintendo Switch Lite does not support TV mode; it plays any game that supports handheld mode (the vast majority). Check the play modes on the packaging or eShop listing.
Sources
- Nintendo Switch (original and OLED model): specs from Nintendo: Nintendo Switch Software Play Mode, Accessory, and Features Compatibility FAQ, checked against the source 2026-10-13.
- The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (Nintendo Switch): specs from Nintendo: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, checked against the source 2026-10-13.
- Nintendo Switch games: Games for Nintendo Switch (original, OLED and Lite). (Nintendo: Nintendo Switch Software Play Mode, Accessory, and Features Compatibility FAQ).
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