Ranking Nintendo's Beloved Consoles: A Comprehensive Tier List

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 conservative approach, the anticipation is palpable. This article delves into the Switch 2's unveiling, but first, let's revisit Nintendo's console legacy.

Across five 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). Ranking them is a subjective endeavor, considering both hardware innovation and the quality of their game libraries. Here's one possible ranking:

My personal "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 ingenious hybrid design and exceptional titles such as The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Super Mario Odyssey.

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

With only a brief two-minute glimpse, the Switch 2's ultimate placement in this ranking remains to be seen. Share your predictions and reasoning in the comments below!