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Within the past year, the left joystick on my switch lite console has starting becoming unresponsive, making it difficult to move forward in 3D games. I end up having to push the stick much harder than normal to get the input to register. Does anyone know exactly what the problem is? Is something dirty? Is there a problem with a board of some kind? Or do I just need to replace the joystick?

If the joystick on your Switch Lite console is unresponsive or jittery, one potential solution is to replace the joystick with a new one. Overall, replacing the joystick on your Switch Lite console is a relatively simple repair that can be done with a few basic tools and some care and patience. Nintendo Switch Lite Left Joystick Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide