Every Nintendo Console Tier List

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 cautious approach, we're eager to see what Nintendo has in store. This article explores the Switch 2 trailer details and takes a nostalgic look back 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 subjective task, 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 fond childhood memories of classics like Super Mario Bros. and Mega Man 2. The Switch also earns a top spot due to its innovative hybrid design and its stellar game lineup, 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. The provided interactive tier list allows for personalized rankings across S, A, B, C, and D tiers.

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