Nintendo Console Rankings Revealed

With the much-anticipated reveal of the Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo has officially confirmed the arrival of its latest console. Boasting over 40 years of experience in video game hardware, we're eager to see what innovations Nintendo has in store, even if initial impressions suggest a more conservative approach. If you're as excited as we are about this upcoming console, we've analyzed all the details from the Switch 2 trailer here. But before we dive into the future, let's take a nostalgic journey through Nintendo's storied past.

Over the past five decades, Nintendo has launched eight home consoles (NES, Super NES, Nintendo 64, GameCube, Wii, Wii U, and the Switch) and five handhelds (Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, DS, and 3DS). But which of these stands out as the best? I've ranked them using an IGN Tier List, considering both the innovation of the hardware and the quality and legacy of their game libraries. Check out my personal tier list below:

The NES holds a special place in my heart as the first console I ever played. Memories of tackling Super Mario Bros., Mega Man 2, and the challenging Hook platformer at the tender age of five make it impossible for me not to place it in the S tier. Similarly, the Switch's innovative hybrid design, despite issues like stick drift, along with stellar titles like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Super Mario Odyssey, secures its spot in the top tier alongside the NES.

Do you disagree with my rankings? Perhaps you believe the Virtual Boy surpasses the N64? Feel free to create your own tier list and compare your S, A, B, C, and D rankings with the IGN community.

Nintendo Consoles

Although we've only seen a brief two-minute glimpse of it so far, where do you think the Nintendo Switch 2 will ultimately rank among its predecessors? Share your thoughts in the comments, and let us know your reasoning behind your console rankings.