Nintendo has recently expanded its catalog of software experiencing compatibility limitations with the highly anticipated Switch 2 console. While backward compatibility challenges are expected with new hardware generations, the specific pattern of supported and unsupported titles has created some uncertainty among fans. As the Nintendo Switch 2 launch approaches, clearer information emerges about what players can expect regarding their existing game libraries.

During the initial announcement, Nintendo confirmed that Switch 2 backward compatibility would have restrictions, though without detailed specifications. The company indicated that certain Switch titles might not transition to the new platform. Subsequent updates have clarified that while some games will function across both systems, others will necessitate specific upgrades for Switch 2 compatibility. Nintendo continues to maintain and update a public list of applications currently incompatible but scheduled for future support.

As reported by Nintendo Life, Nintendo's May 27 website update identified over 40 games currently lacking Switch 2 support but scheduled to receive compatibility updates either at launch or subsequently. The company has emphasized that Switch 2 backward compatibility isn't purely hardware-dependent, meaning initial incompatibility doesn't necessarily indicate permanent exclusion. This approach benefits the console's legacy game library but requires ongoing development efforts to bring all titles to the new platform.

Prominent games currently experiencing support limitations include Doom Eternal, Pizza Tower, and Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist, with no definitive timeline provided for their Switch 2 updates. Considered by many as one of the finest FPS experiences on Switch, Doom Eternal's potential absence at launch would disappoint many fans, though a pre-release update remains possible. Other titles like Dead by Daylight and Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition appear with startup-related problems under investigation, suggesting they might need patches rather than full compatibility updates.

The six applications currently facing Switch 2 compatibility hurdles include:

• Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit
• ABEMA
• Crunchyroll
• Hulu
• InkyPen
• Niconico

The Nintendo Labo VR application faces particular challenges due to physical incompatibility with the Switch 2's larger dimensions preventing use with the VR headset accessories. The remaining applications may receive updates, though timing remains uncertain. Numerous other games will require specific upgrades for Switch 2 functionality, with some offered free and others as paid upgrades, making continued monitoring essential for players.