Nintendo Switch Sports is the latest entry in the Nintendo Switch sports series and aims to follow the success of Wii Sports. It features numerous sports titles and uses the Joy-Cons and motion control for play. This includes the leg strap, which may leave you wondering if you need the leg strap for Nintendo Switch Sports.

You only need the leg strap for the Soccer Shoot-Out mode in Nintendo Switch Sports. All other games can be played without this accessory. It is unknown if any sports will be added in the future that will require the leg strap or that the leg strap will be used for.

How to get the leg strap for Nintendo Switch Sports

To get the leg strap for Nintendo Switch Sports, you will need to purchase the game’s physical version. This accessory will be included in the box with the game’s cartridge. If you purchase Nintendo Switch Sports digitally, you will not get the leg strap.

While not officially confirmed, the leg strap looks very similar to the one included with Ring Fit Adventure. You may be able to use this leg strap in Nintendo Switch Sports if you already have it. You can also purchase resold and third-party leg straps, but your mileage may vary with these.

For more information on Nintendo Switch Sports, check out Does Nintendo Switch Sports support the Pro Controller? and Are there Miis in Nintendo Switch Sports? on Pro Game Guides.