With the exciting reveal of the Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo has officially announced the arrival of its latest console. Boasting over four decades of experience in video game hardware, we're eager to see what innovations Nintendo has in store, though initial impressions suggest a more conservative approach. If you're eagerly anticipating this upcoming console, we've thoroughly analyzed all the details from the Switch 2 trailer. But before we dive into the future, let's take a nostalgic journey through Nintendo's storied past.
Over the past five decades, Nintendo has launched eight home consoles (NES, Super NES, Nintendo 64, GameCube, Wii, Wii U, and the Switch) along with five handheld systems (Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, DS, and 3DS). But which one reigns supreme? I've taken the liberty of ranking them using an IGN Tier List, considering both the innovation of the hardware and the quality and legacy of each console's game library. Here's my personal tier list:
The NES holds a special place in my heart as the first console I ever played. Memories of tackling Super Mario Bros., Mega Man 2, and the notoriously tough Hook platformer at the tender age of five make it an easy choice for the S tier. Similarly, the Switch's innovative hybrid design, despite issues like stick drift, has delivered some of Nintendo's most exceptional games, including The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Super Mario Odyssey, securing its place alongside the NES in the top tier.
Disagree with my rankings? Perhaps you believe the Virtual Boy outshines the N64? Feel free to create your own tier list and see how your S, A, B, C, and D tiers stack up against the IGN community.
Nintendo Consoles
Although we've only seen a brief two-minute glimpse of it, where do you think the Nintendo Switch 2 will ultimately rank? Share your thoughts in the comments below, and let us know the reasoning behind your console rankings.
