Nintendo Consoles: A Comprehensive Ranking

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

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 quality and lasting impact of their game libraries. Below is a personal tier list, factoring in these elements:

My S-tier includes the NES, fueled by nostalgic memories of classics like Super Mario Bros. and Mega Man 2. The Switch also earns a top spot, thanks to its innovative hybrid design and exceptional game library, featuring titles like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Super Mario Odyssey.

Feel free to create your own Nintendo console tier list and compare it with the IGN community. Disagree with my rankings? Think the Virtual Boy surpasses the N64? Share your thoughts and reasoning in the comments!

With only a two-minute glimpse, the Switch 2's ultimate ranking remains to be seen. Where do you predict it will fall? Let us know your thoughts and console rankings in the comments section.