Fall Guys is not available on Nintendo Switch

Fall Guys, the battle royale game made by Mediatonic and published by Epic Games, does not run on Nintendo Switch. The game launched on PlayStation 4 and PC in 2020, moved to free-to-play in 2022, and later came to Xbox and mobile platforms — but Nintendo Switch was never added to that list. If you own a Switch and want to play Fall Guys, you will need a different device.

The reason is technical. Fall Guys requires more processing power than the Switch's hardware can deliver while keeping the game running smoothly. The Switch's processor and graphics chip are older and less powerful than what a PS4, Xbox, or modern PC has, so the game would either run very slowly or look so simplified that it would not feel like the same game.

Key Takeaways

  • Fall Guys runs on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and mobile phones, but not on Nintendo Switch.
  • You can play Fall Guys for free on any of those platforms after downloading the game from the official store for that device.
  • If you want a similar game on Switch, titles like Mario Party Superstars, Kirby's Dream Buffet, and Knockout City offer competitive multiplayer gameplay with a similar fun tone.
  • The Switch version of Fall Guys is not planned, and there has been no official announcement suggesting it will come in the future.

Where you can actually play Fall Guys

Fall Guys is free to download and play on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Windows PC, and Android and iOS mobile phones. On console, you download it from the PlayStation Store or Xbox Store. On PC, you get it through the Epic Games Launcher. On mobile, you find it in the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

You do not need to pay to download or play the base game. The game makes money through cosmetics — skins, emotes, and other appearance items you can buy with real money if you want to customize your character. None of these purchases change how the game plays or give you an advantage in matches.

Why Fall Guys will not come to Switch

Nintendo Switch games run on a processor called the Tegra X1, which is significantly less powerful than the chips in PlayStation 4, Xbox One, or a typical gaming PC. Fall Guys is built to run 60 players in the same match at once, with physics, collision detection, and visual effects happening in real time. The Switch simply cannot handle that load without the game becoming unplayable.

Mediatonic and Epic Games have not announced any plans to bring Fall Guys to Switch, and given the hardware gap, it is unlikely to happen. If you see a post online claiming Fall Guys is coming to Switch, it is either a rumor or misinformation — there is no official source behind it.

Games similar to Fall Guys that are on Switch

If you own a Switch and want something with the same energy as Fall Guys — colorful, chaotic, multiplayer fun — several games offer that experience. Mario Party Superstars is a collection of party games where you compete against friends in mini-games, much like Fall Guys' obstacle courses. Kirby's Dream Buffet is a free racing and battle game where Kirby competes in food-themed challenges, with a similar bright, silly tone.

Knockout City is a free team-based dodgeball game that captures the competitive multiplayer spirit of Fall Guys, though it plays very differently. Splatoon 3 is Nintendo's team shooter where you compete in objective-based matches, and it has the same kind of pick-up-and-play appeal. None of these are exact copies of Fall Guys, but they all offer the multiplayer competition and lighthearted fun that makes Fall Guys popular.

What to do if you want to play Fall Guys right now

If you have a PlayStation, Xbox, or PC, download Fall Guys from the store for that platform and start playing immediately. The game is free, and you can jump into a match within minutes of installing it. If you have an Android phone or iPhone, you can download it from the mobile app store on your device.

If you only have a Switch and no other gaming device, you have two choices: either pick up one of the similar games listed above, or consider whether you have access to a friend's PlayStation, Xbox, or PC where you could try Fall Guys. Many people play Fall Guys on PC through the Epic Games Launcher, which you can download on any Windows computer for free.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fall Guys coming to Switch in the future?

There is no official announcement from Mediatonic or Epic Games about a Switch version. Given the hardware limitations, it is not expected. If an official announcement does happen, it will come from the Fall Guys social media accounts or the Epic Games website.

Can I play Fall Guys on my phone instead?

Yes. Fall Guys is available on Android phones through the Google Play Store and on iPhones through the Apple App Store. The mobile version is free and plays similarly to the console and PC versions, though the controls are touch-based rather than using a controller.

What is the closest game to Fall Guys that I can play on Switch?

Kirby's Dream Buffet is probably the closest match — it is free, colorful, features obstacle courses and mini-games, and has the same lighthearted competitive feel. Mario Party Superstars is also very similar if you want a game focused on mini-game competition.

Do I need to pay to play Fall Guys on other platforms?

No. Fall Guys is free to download and play on PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and mobile. You only pay if you choose to buy cosmetic items to change how your character looks, which does not affect gameplay.

Can I use my Switch controller to play Fall Guys on PC?

Yes. The Switch Pro Controller works with Windows PC and can be used to play Fall Guys through the Epic Games Launcher. You will need to connect it via USB cable or Bluetooth, and Windows will recognize it as a controller automatically.