After swirling around in the rumor mill for months, the Nintendo Switch Lite was officially revealed. It’s significantly cheaper than the original Switch, ditching the hybrid design in favor of a smaller body, slightly improved battery life, and a traditional directional pad. With these changes, it makes sense why Nintendo says the Switch Lite is designed specifically for handheld play, yet many people have argued that it lacks what made the original system so special. Nintendo’s new handheld isn’t a replacement for the Switch — it’s a device aimed at consumers looking for a more affordable, more portable, and more durable option. If you purchased the Nintendo Switch at full price, the Switch Lite likely doesn’t appeal to you. But there is a more frugal customer base that has been waiting for a more affordable alternative. Despite a few exceptions, the Switch Lite delivers the ability to play Nintendo’s library of Switch games and at the same resolution as the original console. The control layout remains unchanged, and with the purchase of a stand, it can even be used with a separate controller, including the Joy-Cons. At a $100 discount, that isn’t half bad. This approach to the Switch Lite…