Q&A
Q
[Switch] Can I play without a television?A
* The information here does not apply to the Nintendo Switch Lite.
Of the three available play modes, Tabletop Mode and Handheld Mode can be used without a television. See here for details about the different play modes.
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* There may be differences with some software depending on the mode you use.
* The Nintendo Switch Lite is a device built exclusively for handheld gaming. It cannot output a signal to a television.