Nintendo's Switch 2 is finally here, marking another chapter in the company's rich 40+ year history of gaming hardware. While initial impressions suggest a cautious approach, we're excited to see what Nintendo has in store. This article explores the Switch 2, but first, let's take a nostalgic trip through Nintendo's console history.
Nintendo boasts eight home consoles (NES, SNES, N64, GameCube, Wii, Wii U, and Switch) and five handhelds (Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, DS, and 3DS). Ranking them is a challenge, requiring consideration of both hardware innovation and the lasting impact of their game libraries. Below is one possible ranking:
My personal S-tier includes the NES – fueled by childhood memories of classics like Super Mario Bros. and Mega Man 2 – and the Switch, a marvel of hybrid design (despite the occasional joy-con drift) that delivered masterpieces like Tears of the Kingdom and Super Mario Odyssey.
Feel free to disagree! Create your own Nintendo console tier list and compare it with the IGN community.
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With only a two-minute trailer currently available, the Switch 2's ultimate ranking remains uncertain. Share your predictions and reasoning in the comments below!
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