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Nintendo Console Hierarchy Revealed

by Jacob Feb 22,2025

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

Nintendo boasts a remarkable lineup: eight home consoles (NES, SNES, Nintendo 64, 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 and lasting impact of each console's game library.

Simon Cardy's Nintendo Console Tier List

My personal top tier includes the NES, fueled by nostalgic memories of classic titles like Super Mario Bros., Mega Man 2, and Hook. The Switch's innovative hybrid design (despite occasional stick drift) and its stellar game library, featuring masterpieces like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Super Mario Odyssey, secure its place alongside the NES.

Feel free to create your own Nintendo console tier list and compare your rankings (S, A, B, C, and D tiers) with the IGN community.

Nintendo Consoles

Nintendo Consoles

With only a two-minute trailer currently available, the Switch 2's ultimate ranking remains to be seen. Share your predictions and console rankings in the comments, explaining your choices.

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