Nintendo Switch Sports, Nintendo Switch, Multiplayer mode, E10+ (Everyone 10+), Physical media
Move, play, smile.Swing, kick and spike your way to victory in Nintendo Switch Sports for Nintendo Switch!
Grab a Joy-Con controller and use real-world movements to take part in a variety of sporting activities that’ll get your body moving. Gather your friends and family to join in the fun on the same Nintendo Switch console*, or seek out new competitors in online** multiplayer!
Welcome to Spocco Square!This trendy sports plaza is where the fun begins! From here, you can go for a kickabout on the Football pitch, head to the various courts for a game of Tennis, Badminton or Volleyball, hit the lanes for some Bowling, or put your swordplay to the test in the Chambara arena.
TennisTake part in intense doubles matches by gripping your Joy-Con like a racket and timing your swings at the right moment to fire shots past your opponent. Adjust your swing to add some topspin or slice to your shots, or even swing upwards for a crafty lob shot!
BowlingSwing your Joy-Con to roll the ball, adding a little curve by twisting your wrist. Challenge family and friends to a bowling tourney, or put your skills to the test in a 16-player knockout game online**. There are a host of tricky challenges to take on if you’re playing solo too, such as moving obstacles to avoid and narrow ledges to bowl down.
ChambaraBattle it out in Chambara and drive your rival off the edge of the platform and down into the water below! Swing your Joy-Con to attack, or block your opponent’s strikes to create an opening to counter. Choose your weaponry from one of three options each with their own unique playstyles, such as the Twin Swords that can be wielded by using two Joy-Con at once!
VolleybalUse a Joy-Con controller to serve, bump, set, and spike the ball. The key to winning is co-operation, so work together with your partner to create openings and score points! Throwing your arms up at the right time will block incoming shots and give you an opportunity to counter too.
BadmintonHold your Joy-Con like a racket and go one-on-one to see who rules the court. Swing left and right to keep the shuttlecock in the air, unleashing powerful smash shots and crafty drop shots to gain the upper hand on your opponent.
FootballRun into position and use your Joy-Con to send the giant ball flying into the back of the net! Play in one-on-one and four-on-four matches, or use the Leg Strap (included with the physical version of Nintendo Switch Sports and also available separately) to unleash impressive volleys in Shoot-Out mode.
A free software update*** coming this summer will also add Leg Strap compatibility for matches.
GolfA free software update*** coming this autumn will let you hit the links in Golf. Swing your Joy-Con just like a golf club as you drive down the fairway and sink impressive putts.
Compete together!Gather family and friends around the TV for some sporting fun, or connect with them online in a private session.
Whether using voice chat via the Nintendo Switch Online smartphone app**** to discuss strategies from afar, or cheering each other on in local multiplayer, there’s always a way to rally the team.
You can also challenge yourself against random opponents online and really put those sports skills to the test!
Kit yourself outEarn all sorts of cool gear for your character to wear as you play! Gather points by competing in matches and redeem them for a snazzy new look. The selection refreshes every week so be sure to play regularly to see what’s up for grabs.
You can also play as your Mii character too if you prefer!
Become a ProIf you’re up for the challenge, try aiming for Pro Certification in each sport. Jumping online** to compete with players all over the world will give you the chance to increase your Pro League rank. There are dedicated achievements to earn along the way too, so there’s plenty to spur you on as you work your way up the ranks!
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| Platform | Nintendo Switch |
| Game genre | Party game, Sports |
| ESRB rating | E10+ (Everyone 10+) |
| Language version | Multilingual |
| Developer | Nintendo, Nintendo Entertainment Planning & Development |
| Release date (DD/MM/YYYY) | 29/04/2022 |
| PEGI rating | 7 |
| Voice-over language | German, Dutch, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Russian |
| Subtitles language | Simplified Chinese, German, Dutch, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian |
| Distribution type | Physical media |
| PEGI content descriptors | Violence |
| Multiplayer mode | Y |
| Multiplayer mode type | Offline, Online |
| Minimum number of offline players | 1 |
| Minimum number of online players | 1 |
| Maximum number of online players | 2 |
| Minimum number of cooperative players | 1 |
| Maximum number of cooperative players | 4 |
| Motion detection supported | Y |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| ESRB content descriptor | Mild violenc |
