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Nintendo's Console Legacy: A Ranking

Feb 20,25(3 months ago)
Nintendo's Console Legacy: A Ranking

Nintendo's Switch 2 is finally here, marking another chapter in their 40+ year history of gaming hardware. While initial impressions suggest a more cautious approach, we're eager to see what Nintendo has up its sleeve. This article delves into the Switch 2 trailer details and takes a nostalgic look back at Nintendo's impressive console history.

Over the 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). But which reigns supreme? This ranking considers both hardware innovation and the quality/legacy of each console's game library:

Simon Cardy's Nintendo Console Tier List

My personal "S" tier includes the NES (holding cherished childhood memories of Super Mario Bros., Mega Man 2, and Hook) and the Switch (praised for its innovative hybrid design and exceptional games like Tears of the Kingdom and Super Mario Odyssey).

Disagree? Feel the Virtual Boy deserves higher recognition than the N64? Create your own Nintendo console tier list and compare it with the IGN community!

Nintendo Consoles

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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