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Nintendo Switch Sports

Differences from Wii Sports and Wii Sports Resort

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Nintendo Switch Sports is available worldwide as of April 29, 2022!
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NS Sports - Differences from Past Wii Sports Games

Nintendo Switch Sports has several differences from its predecessors Wii Sports and Wii Sports Resort, which include playable sports, characters, and group features. Read on for more information about the differences between the games!

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Differences from Past Wii Sport Games

New Sports Added

New Sports in Nintendo Switch Sports
Nintendo Switch Sports - BadmintonBadminton Nintendo Switch Sports - VolleyballVolleyball Nintendo Switch Sports - Soccer.pngSoccer

Three new sports are added in Nintendo Switch Sports. This game marks the debut of badminton, volleyball, and soccer in the series.

Additionally, with the use of the Leg Strap accessory, you can now play a sport that makes use of your lower limbs, particularly in soccer!

List of All Sports and Games

Some sports from previous titles not in the game

Missing Sports from Wii Sports / Wii Sports Resort
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Wii Sports Resort FrisbeeFrisbee Wii Sports Resort ArcheryArchery
Wii Sports Resort Power CruisingPower Cruising Wii Sports Resort CanoeingCanoeing
Wii Sports Resort CyclingCycling Wii Sports Resort Air SportsAir Sports
Wii Sports Resort Table TennisTable Tennis -
Missing Sports from Wii Sports Club (Wii U)
Wii Sports BaseballBaseball Wii Sports BoxingBoxing

With newly-introduced sports come those that did not make the cut and therefore cannot be played in Nintendo Switch Sports.

Notably, boxing and baseball, which are classic sports from Wii Sports, are not in the Switch sequel. Aquatic sports that were introduced in Wii Sports Resort are also missing from the game.

Missing Wii Sports Games

Appearance of Playable Characters Changed

Using Sportsmates

In previous games, the characters you play as are based from Miis that you have created in your console.

In Nintendo Switch Sports, you can now play as the newly-introduced Sportsmates, whose appearance and clothing can be changed freely.

You can obtain more clothing options by playing online and earning points to unlock outfits!

Character Creation Guide

Miis are still playable

Using Miis

If you prefer playing as Miis, fret not! You can still play the game using Miis that you can create on your Nintendo Switch system.

You can select and play as any of the Miis that you have saved in your console, and freely switch back to playing as Sportsmates.

How to Use Miis

Stamps Have Been Repurposed

Switch Sports - Stamps

Stamps in Wii Sports Resort and Wii Sports Club act as unlockables that are obtained after performing specific actions while playing any given sport in the games. These stand as achievements attained by the player while they are playing a particular sport.

In Nintendo Switch Sports, Stamps now act as emotes that players can use and display while in the middle of a match. These Stamps are unlocked by playing online and earning points.

List of All Stamps

Club Feature Removed

The Club feature introduced in Wii Sports Club for the Wii U is not available in Nintendo Switch Sports, and no replacement for it has been added.

Clubs were a group feature in Wii Sports Club wherein you can join a group and play against your fellow members of the club. It was also possible to play against other clubs.

However, you can still play with other players online, albeit via random matchmaking. Additionally, you can also still play with your friends locally or online.

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Switch Sports News and Game Info
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Release DateRelease Date & Editions Pre-Order BonusesPre-Order Bonuses
TrailersList of Trailers Online Play TestSwitch Sports Online Play Test
Mii MattIs Mii Matt in Switch Sports? Missing Wii Sports GamesMissing Wii Sports Games
Is Free Roam Possible?Is Free Roam Possible? Switch Sports ReviewReview and Evaluation
Differences from Past GamesDifferences from Past Games -
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Character CreationCharacter Creation Guide Switch Sports How to Farm Points PartialHow to Farm Points
Multiplayer FeaturesMultiplayer Features Online Pro LeagueOnline Pro League
Using MiisHow to Create & Use Miis Nintendo Switch Sports - Alternate-Color ModeAlternate-Color Mode
Switch Sports - Solo PlayHow to Play Solo Do You Need Nintendo Switch Online?Do You Need Nintendo Switch Online?
Online Play PenaltyOnline Play Penalty -
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How to DownloadHow to Download and Install Free Software UpdatesFree Software Updates
Leg Strap UpdateLeg Strap Update AccessoriesSwitch Sports Accessories
Controller SupportController Support Switch Lite CompatibilitySwitch Lite Compatibility

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