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on June 1, 2017
Previously owning just the PS4 Pro and Xbox One S I'd have to say that the Switch is a wonderful little system/handheld! Yes it only has a max resolution of 720 handheld and 1080 docked but owning/playing Zelda and Mario Kart 8 I wasn't really missing 4k resolution. The Switch itself is pretty impressive in construction with the exception of the cartridge slot cover and back stand. The Joy-Cons are fairly small but responsive. Yes, I purchased a Pro Controller separately but that isn't a downside considering it technically has 2 controllers while PS and Xbox makes you have to buy a 2nd controller if you need one. The Switch is significantly smaller than the other systems but it's a beautiful design and undocked its very comfortable to use. People have complained about the Switch sitting loosely in the dock and possibly scratching the screen... Buy a tempered glass screen protector, this alleviated the risk of scratches as well as make the Switch sit smoothly into the dock.
Buy a Switch.
Buy a Switch.
on June 3, 2017
It's a great game system, but like all Nintendo systems, you need to buy a ton of accessories to get the most out of it.
Zelda: get the pro controller, you won't regret it.
Mario Kart: get four steering wheels and a second set of joy cons so you can play four player
The software is solid, stability is good, graphics are great for a Nintendo.
Just need more games. Can we get a new Paper Mario / Mario RPG?
Zelda: get the pro controller, you won't regret it.
Mario Kart: get four steering wheels and a second set of joy cons so you can play four player
The software is solid, stability is good, graphics are great for a Nintendo.
Just need more games. Can we get a new Paper Mario / Mario RPG?
on March 29, 2017
I finally got it!!!! After weeks of futile runs to GameStop, Walmart, and Target it was worth it. The Nintendo Switch itself, which I will be referring to as the "Switch", is a beautiful piece of hardware that is such a big step up from the plasticky feel of the Wii U.
*Skip to end now for Pros and Cons. If you want to read my in depth review, continue as normal*
For those of you who don't know, the Switch is a hybrid console that can go from being on your TV to in your hands in seconds. This is achieved through the use of a "dock", which is basically a USB-C adapter to HDMI with some fans so the console can overclock. Honestly, the dock is cheap and one of the worse parts of the Switch. It is light, the back panel feels like it could easily snap off, and there are reports your bezels can be scratched putting the Switch in the dock. I personally have not experienced this, probably due to me having carefully and meticulously putting it in after hearing that. The worst part of the dock though, is that an extra one is going to cost $90! That is an absurd amount of money for something that should be $30 tops, and I'm sure within a month or two DIY docks will be prevalent.
Moving on, the second most important part of the Switch are the Joy-Con. Joy-Con are Nintendo's classically cheesy name for the controllers that attach to the side of the Switch. They house an impressive amount of hardware including:
- An NFC reader
- A gyroscope (motion controls)
- A motion IR camera
- An accelerometer
- HD Rumble, rumble that can simulate the feeling of ice cubes in a glass it is so precise
All of this tech comes at a price though, as a pair will run you $80, and a single Joy-Con will cost $50. This is not cheap, but it is understandable once you feel the Joy-Con and know what is inside of them. The Joy-Con feel great in the hands which is surprising, as they are quite small. They do rattle and feel a bit too light at times, and I wish there was a bit more weight to them.
The Joy-Con grip also comes bundled with the Switch. You slide the Joy-Con into it and it makes them more like a classic controller. All I can say is DON"T USE IT! This may not be a problem for everyone, but after just an hour of playing it causes my hands to cramp up. Also to note, the charging grip doesn't actually have batteries. It just have a port at the top to plug in a USB-C cord, which is pretty useless. Don't buy the charging grip or use the normal grip, as playing with one Joy-Con in each hand separately is much more comfortable.
The Switch itself, or the tablet, features a multi-capacitive touchscreen, 4GB of RAM, 32GB of storage, 720p graphics in tablet and up to 1080p in docked mode, and a custom Nvidia processor. What this all means is that while it is an upgrade from the Wii U, it is not competing against PS4 or Xbox One in any respect. This is OK though because Nintendo has never been know for their hardware, but rather their gameplay and clever art style. It has good weight in the hands, and actually weighs almost the same as other tablets of its size. When in handheld the screen is crisp and vibrant, and while the speakers are a bit tinny, you can't expect too much out of basically tablet speakers. When playing in handheld it has a nice weight that doesn't feel too heavy or light, and it weighs in at about .88 pounds with Joy-Con attached which is amazing considering an entire console is packed into a tiny tablet. Tabletop mode does suffer though. While the kickstand is by no way ideal, it does not fall over unless pushed as some would like to tell you otherwise *Cough* *Cough* *CNET*. It works just fine on stable flat surfaces, but not much else. This is by no means a deal breaker, but it is a bit annoying.
The Interface on the Switch feels clean and fresh, and is clearly a big step up from the cluttered feel of the Wii U and Xbox One. There is surprisingly no music in any of the menus, including the eShop. The eShop is also very easy to navigate, with just games that you can scroll through and click on to see pictures and purchase them. The Switch also boots up very quickly due to the fact that it has a sleep mode. This functions like pressing the power button on your phone. Press the power button again and it is right back on! This adds to the portability as you don't have to wait 5 minutes for The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild to boot up.
The battery life on the Switch is debatable as to whether it is good or bad, but I personally think it is good. I say this because although the Switch is portable and 3 hours is fairly meager, it is running AAA games and doesn't use a proprietary charger. This means that you can charge your Switch anywhere. The car, a portable charger, Starbucks, you name it. Because charging it is so easy I feel this more than makes up for the fact that you can only play 3 hours. And honestly, the only time you are going to be playing more than 3 hours is on a plane.
Overall, the Switch is a great piece of hardware that has TONS of potential if used correctly. Hopefully all the neat technology packed into the Joy-Con will not fall to the wayside like the Wii U's second screen capabilities. I'm not going to give you a numerical score, just Pros and Cons and whether you should buy it.
PROS:
- Joy-Con feel good in the hands
- The tablet has a capacitive touchscreen, a huge upgrade from the resistive touchscreen of the Wii U Gamepad
- Docking it is effortless and the transition is within seconds
- The tablet screen looks crisp and vibrant
- Interface is easy to navigate and OS boots up quickly
CONS:
- The dock feels cheap
- Accessories are quite expensive
- Kickstand is flimsy
I would say for anyone who is considering buying the Switch and for those who have been loyal to Nintendo before, definitely buy it. It is not suited for everyone, but for those who do not care about graphical horsepower, it is a great system. With great games continuing to be released throughout the year, it is a great idea to pick one up as soon as possible.
*Skip to end now for Pros and Cons. If you want to read my in depth review, continue as normal*
For those of you who don't know, the Switch is a hybrid console that can go from being on your TV to in your hands in seconds. This is achieved through the use of a "dock", which is basically a USB-C adapter to HDMI with some fans so the console can overclock. Honestly, the dock is cheap and one of the worse parts of the Switch. It is light, the back panel feels like it could easily snap off, and there are reports your bezels can be scratched putting the Switch in the dock. I personally have not experienced this, probably due to me having carefully and meticulously putting it in after hearing that. The worst part of the dock though, is that an extra one is going to cost $90! That is an absurd amount of money for something that should be $30 tops, and I'm sure within a month or two DIY docks will be prevalent.
Moving on, the second most important part of the Switch are the Joy-Con. Joy-Con are Nintendo's classically cheesy name for the controllers that attach to the side of the Switch. They house an impressive amount of hardware including:
- An NFC reader
- A gyroscope (motion controls)
- A motion IR camera
- An accelerometer
- HD Rumble, rumble that can simulate the feeling of ice cubes in a glass it is so precise
All of this tech comes at a price though, as a pair will run you $80, and a single Joy-Con will cost $50. This is not cheap, but it is understandable once you feel the Joy-Con and know what is inside of them. The Joy-Con feel great in the hands which is surprising, as they are quite small. They do rattle and feel a bit too light at times, and I wish there was a bit more weight to them.
The Joy-Con grip also comes bundled with the Switch. You slide the Joy-Con into it and it makes them more like a classic controller. All I can say is DON"T USE IT! This may not be a problem for everyone, but after just an hour of playing it causes my hands to cramp up. Also to note, the charging grip doesn't actually have batteries. It just have a port at the top to plug in a USB-C cord, which is pretty useless. Don't buy the charging grip or use the normal grip, as playing with one Joy-Con in each hand separately is much more comfortable.
The Switch itself, or the tablet, features a multi-capacitive touchscreen, 4GB of RAM, 32GB of storage, 720p graphics in tablet and up to 1080p in docked mode, and a custom Nvidia processor. What this all means is that while it is an upgrade from the Wii U, it is not competing against PS4 or Xbox One in any respect. This is OK though because Nintendo has never been know for their hardware, but rather their gameplay and clever art style. It has good weight in the hands, and actually weighs almost the same as other tablets of its size. When in handheld the screen is crisp and vibrant, and while the speakers are a bit tinny, you can't expect too much out of basically tablet speakers. When playing in handheld it has a nice weight that doesn't feel too heavy or light, and it weighs in at about .88 pounds with Joy-Con attached which is amazing considering an entire console is packed into a tiny tablet. Tabletop mode does suffer though. While the kickstand is by no way ideal, it does not fall over unless pushed as some would like to tell you otherwise *Cough* *Cough* *CNET*. It works just fine on stable flat surfaces, but not much else. This is by no means a deal breaker, but it is a bit annoying.
The Interface on the Switch feels clean and fresh, and is clearly a big step up from the cluttered feel of the Wii U and Xbox One. There is surprisingly no music in any of the menus, including the eShop. The eShop is also very easy to navigate, with just games that you can scroll through and click on to see pictures and purchase them. The Switch also boots up very quickly due to the fact that it has a sleep mode. This functions like pressing the power button on your phone. Press the power button again and it is right back on! This adds to the portability as you don't have to wait 5 minutes for The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild to boot up.
The battery life on the Switch is debatable as to whether it is good or bad, but I personally think it is good. I say this because although the Switch is portable and 3 hours is fairly meager, it is running AAA games and doesn't use a proprietary charger. This means that you can charge your Switch anywhere. The car, a portable charger, Starbucks, you name it. Because charging it is so easy I feel this more than makes up for the fact that you can only play 3 hours. And honestly, the only time you are going to be playing more than 3 hours is on a plane.
Overall, the Switch is a great piece of hardware that has TONS of potential if used correctly. Hopefully all the neat technology packed into the Joy-Con will not fall to the wayside like the Wii U's second screen capabilities. I'm not going to give you a numerical score, just Pros and Cons and whether you should buy it.
PROS:
- Joy-Con feel good in the hands
- The tablet has a capacitive touchscreen, a huge upgrade from the resistive touchscreen of the Wii U Gamepad
- Docking it is effortless and the transition is within seconds
- The tablet screen looks crisp and vibrant
- Interface is easy to navigate and OS boots up quickly
CONS:
- The dock feels cheap
- Accessories are quite expensive
- Kickstand is flimsy
I would say for anyone who is considering buying the Switch and for those who have been loyal to Nintendo before, definitely buy it. It is not suited for everyone, but for those who do not care about graphical horsepower, it is a great system. With great games continuing to be released throughout the year, it is a great idea to pick one up as soon as possible.
on June 3, 2017
Paid a bit too much for it but am still satisfied with the Nintendo switch!!
on May 31, 2017
bought it for grandson and he loved it
on May 28, 2017
My new favorite console of all time. Library has gotten much better since launch and I look forward to indies and first party titles.
The ability to take and play console quality games on the go has transformed work trips.
Avoid the scalpers and keep searching - I'm happy to report that I got this for MSRP on Amazon.
The ability to take and play console quality games on the go has transformed work trips.
Avoid the scalpers and keep searching - I'm happy to report that I got this for MSRP on Amazon.
on May 17, 2017
The Nintendo switch is the next Nintendo console that I'm convinced will take the gaming industry by storm, well, more than it already has. It's ridiculously versatile allowing you to use it in basically any use case scenario, be it in bed, on the table, at a party, on the airplane, anything. It does exactly what it says in the trailers and advertisements and it's amazingly slick at all of it. The switch truly feels like a home console experience (on the go!), and this is coming from an avid PC gamer who grew up on consoles like the GameCube and Xbox 360. Here's my list of pros and cons:
Pros:
-Super versatile
-Decent battery life (~3 hrs in intensive 3D games like Zelda or Mario Kart)
-Comfortable to use and hold
-Beautiful (like REALLY beautiful) screen with amazing colors, viewing angles, and brightness)
-Joy cons are light, feel nice to use, have basically infinite battery, and have tons of functionality
-UI is fast and snappy, not cluttered or disorganized either
-Runs games super well in docked and handheld
-Uses industry standard ports and practices (joy cons use Bluetooth which can be used on PCs, USB-C, microsd)
-Modern, sleek, sexy
Cons:
-Finish is fingerprint prone and delicate on console and joycons
-Online isn't quite there yet (though it's still way better than previous Nintendo consoles already and should improve soon)
-My dock did scratch the screen, but yours should be fine (bad batch of docks around launch apparently)
Overall I'm extremely happy with Nintendo's latest console. This thing has already gotten tons of my time and as they flesh out the software it's gonna be even more of a must buy. If you're on the fence about it just buy it, please. It's well worth the money.
Pros:
-Super versatile
-Decent battery life (~3 hrs in intensive 3D games like Zelda or Mario Kart)
-Comfortable to use and hold
-Beautiful (like REALLY beautiful) screen with amazing colors, viewing angles, and brightness)
-Joy cons are light, feel nice to use, have basically infinite battery, and have tons of functionality
-UI is fast and snappy, not cluttered or disorganized either
-Runs games super well in docked and handheld
-Uses industry standard ports and practices (joy cons use Bluetooth which can be used on PCs, USB-C, microsd)
-Modern, sleek, sexy
Cons:
-Finish is fingerprint prone and delicate on console and joycons
-Online isn't quite there yet (though it's still way better than previous Nintendo consoles already and should improve soon)
-My dock did scratch the screen, but yours should be fine (bad batch of docks around launch apparently)
Overall I'm extremely happy with Nintendo's latest console. This thing has already gotten tons of my time and as they flesh out the software it's gonna be even more of a must buy. If you're on the fence about it just buy it, please. It's well worth the money.
on May 2, 2017
I never bought a Nintendo before. My one and only Super Nintendo, 20 years ago, I've got as a gift, from my father, and it was a dream coming true. On that old fellow I've played a lot and lived so many memorable adventures.
I confess that this Switch I bought thinking about that experience. A common error made by adults, right? You try to repeat sensations by repeating things you lived, but you never get it. After all, the time has passed and you lived enough to realize that everything is different and what happened in the past could only happen in the past...
Well, with this experience were no different. There's no mother in the kitchen, no friends with ilimited free time, the world is not so surprising anymore.
But, still, when I started my first Zelda gaming session, something woke up together with Link. And each song or refference or easter egg from the past, gave me a sensation that I could only get from there, from that game. It connected me with a nostalgia, not only of the game, but of everything I was living the time I've got my first Nintendo and played my first games.
So, what can I say about the console? It's great, works fine, the joy cons are incredibly smart, the pro controller is really comfortable, the feature of playing anywhere is wonderful, but that's just technology, right? Nintendo is not the first or even the best company in the world that can handle technology. But playing their games can reactivate memories and, most of all, feelings, giving you the chance to build new ones, with different people and in different ocasions. And this feeling of flow, of remembering and learning from the past to build the future, you can only get here.
I confess that this Switch I bought thinking about that experience. A common error made by adults, right? You try to repeat sensations by repeating things you lived, but you never get it. After all, the time has passed and you lived enough to realize that everything is different and what happened in the past could only happen in the past...
Well, with this experience were no different. There's no mother in the kitchen, no friends with ilimited free time, the world is not so surprising anymore.
But, still, when I started my first Zelda gaming session, something woke up together with Link. And each song or refference or easter egg from the past, gave me a sensation that I could only get from there, from that game. It connected me with a nostalgia, not only of the game, but of everything I was living the time I've got my first Nintendo and played my first games.
So, what can I say about the console? It's great, works fine, the joy cons are incredibly smart, the pro controller is really comfortable, the feature of playing anywhere is wonderful, but that's just technology, right? Nintendo is not the first or even the best company in the world that can handle technology. But playing their games can reactivate memories and, most of all, feelings, giving you the chance to build new ones, with different people and in different ocasions. And this feeling of flow, of remembering and learning from the past to build the future, you can only get here.
on May 30, 2017
Probably the greatest video game console ever made. You don't understand how valuable it is to have a portable HD home console until you try one for a week.
