A selection of characters from the popular game Roblox.

Can you play Roblox on a Nintendo Switch?

The free game seems like a perfect fit for Nintendo's juggernaut, after all.

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Key Takeaway

Roblox has not been officially released for Nintendo Switch as of July 2023. While there are unauthorized ways to run the game on the Switch, these methods can be dangerous and require some technical skills.

For nearly two decades, Roblox has been inspiring people to create and share their own unique games with players around the world. The free-to-play title has seen massive success–especially with children–and can be played on tons of different systems. Is the Nintendo Switch one of them?

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    Is Roblox Available on Nintendo Switch?

    Sadly, as of July 2023, Roblox is not officially available on the Nintendo Switch.

    It’s unclear whether the game will ever be released on Nintendo’s popular console. In 2021, David Baszucki, the CEO of Roblox Corporation, said that a Switch version of Roblox would make “perfect sense.” Nothing has come of this, however.

    Recently, rumors of a new Nintendo console have begun to spread, projecting that the Switch’s successor would be released sometime in 2023 or 2024. With a next-gen console presumably coming down the pipeline within the next year, developers might not want to waste time porting Roblox to the Switch.

    Tons of unique characters from the game Roblox.

    Only time will tell if the popular game will make the leap. No official announcement regarding a Switch port has been made.

    Is it Possible to Play Roblox on the Nintendo Switch?

    Yes, it is technically still possible to play Roblox on the Nintendo Switch. However, doing so can put your console at serious risk. Jailbreaking your Switch will void your warranty and could potentially brick your system if you’re not careful.

    Many desperate players also install Android on the console as a workaround, but this can lead to bugs and errors that you might be unable to fix. Until the game is officially released on the Switch, it’s best to play it on another console.

    How to Play Roblox on a Nintendo Switch

    If you’re determined to play the game on your Switch, there is a less dangerous method. First, you’ll need to access the console’s hidden browser by manually changing your system’s Primary DNS settings to 045.055.142.122.

    With that done, a SwitchBru DNS window will open. Click the Useful Links button and scroll down until you find Roblox.com. Enter your details if you have an account, and you’re all set.

    While this method will allow you to access the entire Roblox website including the catalog and party chat, you won’t be able to play Roblox Community games on the Switch.

    Where to Play Roblox

    Roblox is officially available on Windows, MacOS, Android, iOS, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.

    Notably, the game is also unavailable on PlayStation consoles as of July 2023. However, Roblox Corporation recently hired a PlayStation software engineer, hinting that this may change in the near future.