"Nintendo Switch 2 Uses Phone as Camera with Two Cables"

Exciting news for Nintendo Switch 2 owners — your smartphone can now double as a high-quality webcam for the console, and all you need are two affordable cables to make it happen. This clever workaround has been uncovered by fans, proving that innovation doesn’t always have to be expensive.

We already knew the Switch 2 could support third-party USB cameras via USB-C, but what if you don’t own one? Chances are, you’re holding an even better option in your hand right now — your smartphone. Thanks to a recent demonstration by the YouTube channel *Will It Work?*, it’s confirmed that the Switch 2 is capable of recognizing modern smartphones as valid USB camera devices when connected using an HDMI to USB-C capture cable setup.

The process involves connecting your phone using a USB-C to HDMI cable, followed by plugging in an HDMI capture cable. This effectively tricks the Switch 2 into recognizing your phone as a standard USB webcam. The video demo from *Will It Work?* shows this method in action, and even suggests using the free app TrueVistage, which displays your phone's camera feed in full screen without any distracting on-screen buttons or UI elements.

Once everything is connected, the Switch 2 will display your phone’s live video feed directly on the console. And here's a bonus — the Switch 2 features a built-in camera test mode hidden within its settings menu, allowing you to quickly verify that your connection is working perfectly.

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While Nintendo does offer its own official Switch 2 Camera for $54.99, it’s a rather large device with limited portability. That makes this alternative not only a fun tech hack, but also a practical tip for players looking to save money and reduce clutter. If you're planning to use GameChat on the go, your smartphone is far more likely to be with you than a dedicated camera.

In terms of cost, the combined price of both required cables comes in at around $30.98 based on Amazon links provided by *Will It Work?*, though deals may bring that total even lower. Either way, you're looking at a minimum saving of $24 compared to the standard Switch 2 camera, or even $29 if you were considering the Piranha Plant edition. And considering how often you might actually use GameChat, avoiding yet another gadget purchase is definitely a plus.