Our Take
Nintendo Switch Sports is a motion-controlled sports collection for the Nintendo Switch, serving as a spiritual successor to the beloved Wii Sports. Aimed primarily at families and casual players, it bundles six sports (with a seventh added via free update) into one box, encouraging local multiplayer and physical activity in the living room.
Key Features
Launches with six sports: Bowling, Tennis, Chambara (sword fighting), Badminton, Volleyball, and Soccer
Golf added later as a free downloadable update, bringing the total to seven sports
Online multiplayer supported across most sports, matchmaking against other Switch players worldwide
Soccer leg strap accessory included in physical editions for kicking controls using a Joy-Con attached to your leg
Local multiplayer supports up to four players simultaneously depending on the sport
Motion controls handled entirely by Joy-Con gyroscope and accelerometer sensors — no IR camera used for most activities
Our Verdict
A solid buy for households with young children or anyone who enjoyed Wii Sports and wants something similar for the Switch. It's at its best with people in the room. Solo players or those seeking a substantial, long-term gaming experience should look elsewhere or wait for a price drop.