Clear Black DIY Replacement Shell for Nintendo Switch Lite, NSL Handheld Controller Housing with Screen Protector, Custom Case Cover for Nintendo Switch Lite

I bought the eXtremeRate Clear Black replacement shell to give my Nintendo Switch Lite a unique, retro Nintendo look — and to proudly show off the modchip I installed. If you’re a fan of transparent electronics (think late-90s/early-2000s Game Boy Color or Atomic Purple controllers), this shell nails the vibe. Difficulty: High — the product description isn’t exaggerating. This is a full disassembly job. Expect 2 hours if you’re experienced, longer if you’re not. Tools Included: Comes with both Y00 and Phillips screwdrivers, a full set of screws, and even a tempered glass screen protector. Tips: Watch an install video first — I paused and replayed multiple times. Use a heat gun or hair dryer on low to remove the screen; too much heat could damage the digitizer. Keep screws organized — there are many sizes. Tweezers make reassembly easier than fingers. Shell Material: Durable ABS plastic that feels solid once assembled. Transparency: Clear enough to see the internals (and in my case, the modchip) but slightly smoky — not perfectly crystal-clear. Buttons: The colored A/B/X/Y buttons are a great GameCube throwback. Tactile feel is similar to OEM, though slightly stiffer at first. Nostalgic Nintendo aesthetic — the colored buttons against the dark transparent shell pop nicely. Back side perfectly shows off my custom work without looking cheap or gimmicky. Matte finish means fewer fingerprints than glossy shells. Pros Unique, premium look that stands out from stock designs. Solid construction; no creaks or misalignments after reassembly. Includes quality extras like a tempered glass screen protector. Perfect for showcasing internal mods. Final Verdict If you’re comfortable tearing down your Switch Lite and want something unique, the eXtremeRate Clear Black shell delivers both nostalgia and personality. This isn’t a quick cosmetic mod — it’s a project. But the result feels worth the effort. Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5) Who It’s For: Modders, retro-Nintendo fans, and anyone who wants their handheld to stand out. Who Should Skip: Anyone unwilling to do a full teardown or new to console repair.

The shell is great! Took awhile to come in the mail which kind of sucked but the product was worth the wait. The shell seems durable and was a perfect fit for replacement. It came with all screws needed if you didn’t want to re use the old ones. All in all a great product. Definitely a difficult job though for newbies to the modding world.

Holes are not pre-threaded so have a steady hand. quality is actually good, chose to use my own buttons and did a hall affect thumb sticks. It came with a screen protector, extra screws, and the X,Y,A,B buttons. You might want to order membrane buttons for the +,-,home, and screen shot buttons(its easy to lose them :/ from your original switch shell.

The last full shell replacement I bought was for my DS some 15+ years ago, and I almost immediately regretted installing it - production quality was poor, and I did a bad job installing it on top of that. Until now, I hadn't tried another. But I've heard good things about eXtremeRate, they really seem to know what they're doing. This shell not only looks cool, very close to the original Atomic Purple look, but also fits close to OEM and feels solid, not flimsy at all. The Super Famicom colored buttons are a nice touch, too, I'll always go for those. Unfortunately the card slot dust covers leave something to be desired - they're very rigid and feel like they'll snap if they bend too far. If you can get away with it, you'll want to use the originals. I wouldn't mind paying a bit more for some nicer double-shot plastic covers instead. I also had to grind down the post on my R shoulder button, the fit was too tight otherwise and it wouldn't back off of the microswitch. L button was perfect. Go figure. The installation as a whole is grueling, there's no other way to put it. Clear out more space than you think you'll need and be ready to potentially spend a few hours at it. Take it slow and follow a video guide, especially when you're reassembling the unit. You can't be too careful, all those flat flex cables are daunting if you're not accustomed to working with them. It was moderately stressful when I forgot to plug in the screen backlight and I thought I killed my system. I didn't think I would want the included screen protector with the gray bezel, but the digitizer I bought didn't match near as well as I'd hoped with the purple shell, so I opted to use it after all. Could've saved my money and used the old digitizer. Despite the setbacks, I'm happy with how this shell swap turned out. Might do some retooling in the future, but as it is my Switch Lite looks very cool now, and a little nostalgic.

Everything fit exactly as it should. My lady absolutely LOVES her what feels like a brand new switch again

so the case itself is pretty light kinda thin but doesn’t feel cheap imo. if you look super close I mean really close you can see how the case is slightly misaligned but honestly for 20 bucks it’s nice. Yes it’s cheap but prepare to sit down for about 2 hours. I saw tons of people recommend to use different screwdrivers than the ones included so I did and overall the outcome is sick. The case looks so good once finished. My ZR button was sticky at first but after time of messing with it it’s now working fine. Watch a YouTube vid, take your time and everything should turn out okay.

The provided installation guide misleads you into an improper removal of the battery from its connector. My Switch Lite is RUINED and can only be repaired by advanced solder work because of these improper instructions. The battery connector that is factory soldered onto the motherboard was ripped off while following the technique the video installation guide provided. Gentle force was used in an attempt to replicate what was shown in the video. I am by no means a beginner to this kind of stuff, so I am appalled such a thing could happen following instructions.

I recently upgraded my New to me but loved Nintendo Switch Lite using the eXtremeRate Clear Atomic Purple DIY Replacement Shell and I’m really happy with the result. The new shell gives my Switch Lite a fresh, unique look that really stands out. A few tips for anyone considering this upgrade: • Watch Some Tutorials: Although the swap isn’t overly difficult, I highly recommend taking the time to watch a few YouTube tutorials. They provide a clear, step-by-step guide that makes the process much smoother. • Patience is Key: Set aside a good chunk of time so you don’t feel rushed. The process involves careful disassembly and reassembly, and a calm approach helps avoid mistakes. • Thermal Paste is a Must: Don’t forget to purchase some thermal paste! You’ll need it for the heat sink during reassembly to ensure proper heat dissipation. Skipping this step could lead to overheating issues down the line. Overall, the eXtremeRate shell not only looks fantastic but also fits well once installed correctly. With a little preparation and some extra supplies, this DIY project is totally doable and well worth the effort. Happy modding!

Montage très rapide et simple pour un non débutant le résultat est super je recommande

The shell itself is high quality, looks good and feels good. The screwdrivers which came with it weren’t amazing, but at least they added them, and the screen protector is good, but I did it wrong which is on my part as I got dust under it… What I really wanna highlight is the absolutely brilliant instructional video. So simple, to the point and no waffle, there could have been no text and I’d still understand it. Great product. 10/10!

Comme souvent avec extreme rate, la qualité du plastique est au rendez vous. Malheureusement, encore une fois, comme souvent chez extreme rate il faut un peut bidouiller ce qui peut être embêtant pour certains. Dans mon cas, j'ai dû poncer un peu le bouton R car la coque ne la laissait pas remonter du bouton. En dehors de ça c'est franchement une très bonne qualité pour des coques non officielles, on ne peut trop guère s'attendre à mieux. L'inclusion d'un protège écran est grandement appréciée.

La carcasa es de buena calidad. Al momento de terminar el armado te darás cuenta. Queda muy firme y parece que así salió a la venta de tienda. Incluye un pack de tornillos suficientes que te servirán por si te faltan algunos originales. Está excelente para reemplazar las carcasas por uso o estética. Recomendada 100%. Considera que tiene los botones y,a,x y b además de los botones de encendido y volumen más y menos. Tiene la tapa de cartucho y la tarjeta de memoria pero necesitarás de la cubierta trasera original unas gomistas que tienen con su tornillo. Lo malo es que no tiene los botones L, ZL, R, ZR, Home, mas, menos, captura ni la cruceta. Si tu caso es por cambio de esos botones o por que en la original se dañaron o no los tienes, compra el pack aparte mejor. Y no incluye pinzas (que si necesitarás para las piezas pequeñas y los flexos.) En el caso de la pantalla incluye un protector que tapa el color de la original. Por ejemplo la mía era la verde turquesa pero en las fotos no se nota el marco verde, ya que el protector de pantalla tiene un marco que corresponde al color comprado. (En caso de que lo necesites cambiar o poner) Fuera de los botones esta carcasa traslúcida es increíble. Y si tuviste el game boy atomic purple te encantará la versión para el switch lite.

Leute, ganz ehrlich: Ich liebe meine Switch Lite, aber das Standard-Design war mir irgendwann einfach zu öde. Also hab ich mich an das blaue Full Case gewagt. Und was soll ich sagen? Die Farbe ist im echten Leben noch viel schöner als auf den Fotos – richtig tief und satt. Da geht mir das Herz auf! ​Meine Erfahrung beim Basteln: ​Die Verarbeitung ist wirklich erste Sahne. Es fühlt sich wertig an, nicht nach diesem typischen Billig-Nachbau-Schrott. ​Der Schrauben-Moment: Es liegen zwar neue Schrauben dabei, aber kennt ihr das? Man vertraut den alten Kameraden dann doch mehr. Ich hab also die Originalschrauben behalten – hat super funktioniert. ​Ohne Hilfe geht’s nicht: Ich sag’s euch, wie es ist: Ohne die Anleitung von iFixIt hätte ich wahrscheinlich zwischendurch weinend in der Ecke gesessen. Dank der bebilderten Hilfe war ich aber nach 2 Stunden durch. ​⚠️ Was ich anders machen würde: ​Hätte mir das mal vorher jemand gesagt: Bestellt euch unbedingt neue Wärmeleitpaste dazu! Wenn die Kiste schon mal offen vor einem liegt, ist das ein Abwasch. Und mein persönlicher Geheimtipp: Tauscht direkt die Joysticks mit aus. Wenn man schon mal im „OP-Saal“ ist, lohnt sich das Upgrade für das Spielgefühl enorm. ​Mein ehrliches Resümee ​Man braucht schon ein bisschen Fingerspitzengefühl und darf keine Angst davor haben, Elektronik nackt zu sehen. Wer aber handwerklich nicht ganz zwei linke Hände hat, kriegt das hin.