How to Play Roblox on Nintendo Switch: Is It Possible?

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Do you want to play Roblox on Nintendo Switch? While it's not yet offered to play on the Switch, there may be a possibility in the future. Roblox is always updating their supported platforms, so you may see it in the Nintendo eShop soon. Luckily, there are plenty of other devices and consoles you can use to play Roblox in the meantime. This wikiHow will familiarize you with all available Roblox platforms as of April 2023.

Things You Should Know

  • Roblox is not yet offered on Nintendo Switch, but it may be in the future. Check the official Roblox blog for updates.
  • Currently, Roblox can be played on the mobile platforms: Apple iOS, Android, and Amazon Fire OS.
  • Roblox can also be played on: Windows, Mac, Chrome OS, and Xbox One, as well as Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari.
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Can you play Roblox on Nintendo Switch?

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    As of April 2023, Roblox has made no announcements of partnering with Nintendo to release a Switch console version. It may have to do with how Nintendo handles microtransactions, as Nintendo has a dedicated Eshop .
    • As the Nintendo Switch is a popular console, Roblox may officially come to the Switch in the future.
    • Keep updated with Roblox updates with the official Roblox blog . [1]
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Available Roblox Platforms

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    You can play Roblox on your iPad, iPad Air, iPad Pro, or iPad Mini as long as you have iOS 11 or newer . [2]
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    Roblox requires Android OS 5.0 or newer. As of 2021, Roblox is no longer supported on Android 4.4, so be sure to update your device .
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    Amazon's Fire tablets can run Roblox. However, newly released operating systems or devices may not be immediately supported.
    • Currently, you can play Roblox on:
      • Kindle Fire HDX 7 (3rd Gen)
      • Kindle Fire HDX 8.9 (3rd Gen)
      • Fire HDX 8.9 (4th Gen)
      • Fire HD 6 & 7 (4th Gen)
      • Fire HD 8 & 10 (5th Gen)
      • Fire (5th Gen)
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    Roblox is available on Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1, Windows 10 , and Windows 11. You can also use Roblox in Google Chrome , Mozilla Firefox, and Microsoft Edge. [3]
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    You can play Roblox on 10.10 (Yosemite) or newer. However, Roblox Studio requires Mac OS 10.13 (High Sierra) or newer. You can also use Roblox in Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Safari.
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    As long as you have Chrome OS version 53 or newer, you'll be able to play Roblox on your device. You'll just need to enable the Google Play Store first.
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    You can download Roblox from the Xbox Live store. It's free to play, so you won't have to worry about purchasing anything. You'll just need to make sure your controller is charged and ready.
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      References

      1. ↑ https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us/articles/360000334546-When-will-Roblox-be-on-other-devices
      2. ↑ https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us/articles/203625474
      3. ↑ https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us/articles/203312800-Computer-Hardware-Operating-System-Requirements

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