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Nintendo's Switch 2 is finally here, marking another chapter in their impressive 40+ year history of gaming hardware. While initial impressions suggest a more cautious approach, we're excited to see what Nintendo has in store. This article dives into the Switch 2 trailer details, but first, let's look back at Nintendo's console legacy.
Across five decades, Nintendo has launched 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, considering both hardware innovation and the quality of their game libraries. My personal ranking, using an IGN Tier List, considers both factors:
My S-tier includes the NES – fueled by nostalgic 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) and home to masterpieces like Tears of the Kingdom and Super Mario Odyssey.
Disagree? Feel the Virtual Boy deserves a higher spot than the N64? Create your own Nintendo console tier list and compare your rankings (S, A, B, C, and D tiers) with the IGN community!
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Nintendo Consoles
With only a two-minute trailer revealed so far, the Switch 2's ultimate ranking remains to be seen. Share your predictions and console rankings in the comments below, explaining your choices!
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