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Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak

Switch Lite Compatibility | Can I Play Using a Nintendo Switch Lite? | Monster Hunter Rise

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Switch Lite Compatibility | Can I Play Using a Nintendo Switch Lite?

This is a Switch Lite compatablitity article for Monster Hunter Rise (MHRise) on the Nintendo Switch Lite. Check here for all information regarding Switch Lite gameplay, compatability, advantages and disadvantages.

Can the Switch Lite Run MHRise?

Switch Lite Compatibility

Since Monster Hunter Rise's is completely playable in Handheld mode the Nintendo Switch Lite can run Monster Hunter Rise!

We still suggest getting the non-Lite version of the Nintendo Switch though because Monster Hunter Rise (MH Rise) looks really good when played docked as it outputs in 1080p resolution vs 720p for Handheld!

Advantages of Using a Switch Lite

Check Icon You can play anywhere!

Check Icon The Lite is cheaper than the normal Nintendo Switch.

Can Hunt Anywhere

One of the advantages of using a Nintendo Switch Lite is its portability. You can take it outside more easily because it is smaller than the normal Nintendo Switch! As long as there is an avaliable wifi connection you'll be able to hop online and hunt with friends and other hunters on the go.

Cheaper than the Nintendo Switch

The Nintendo Switch Lite is around $100 cheaper than the Nintendo Switch. If you want to play Monster Hunter Rise with as little expense as possible, you may want to consider the Nintendo Switch Lite.

Disadvantages of Using a Switch Lite

Cross IconControls are quite difficult to use.

Cross IconThe screen is small.

Cross IconCannot be docked.

The Screen is Smaller

Compared to the normal Nintendo Switch, the Nintendo Switch Lite has a smaller screen. For some, this could be a detriment considering how Monster Hunter games require environmental awareness. Some settings can be tweaked for this one though to improve your overall experience.

List of Settings and Best Settings to Choose

Controls are Quite Difficult to Use

Some people find the Nintendo Switch Lite difficult to use because the buttons are quite small. However, once you get used to it and have tweaked certain settings, your experience might improve.

Nintendo Switch Lite Supports External Controllers

If you really dislike the Nintendo Switch Lite's small buttons, you can use an external controller like the Nintendo Pro Controller!

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