First of all, I would like to say that, as a Nintendo fanboy, I am very pleased to find out that Nintendo is starting to learn from their mistakes and it seems that they are applying what they have learned from the past couple of years in order to make a whole new gaming experience.
And second, the video made my jaw dropped out of my system to the point that I am stunned for a moment just to see what Nintendo has done throughout the years.
Thirdly, after watching a little biography of the late Satoru Iwata, this reignites my interest regarding console gaming; as I've never thought that he was also responsible for making Super Smash Bros. a reality. :D
Anyways, for those who are interested with the video, here's the YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5uik5fgIaI
NOTE: The video link is not a property of mine, but a property of Nintendo.
So what was the overall gist of the video?
Basically,in my opinion, the main gist of this video is all about the portability and the accessibility of the console itself. First, it shows itself being played by people as a typical console, but the most interesting part of it is on how you turn the awesome console into a handheld powerhouse! You just simply slide off the controller buttons on the main control, slide it in to the console itself, and from there, the console then acts a handheld device akin to a tablet! Additionally, it also acts as a PC gaming device by using the Joy-Con (probably stands for Joystick Controller) as a wireless controller while the console itself acts as your monitor. It also has a very nice logo!
Talk about an innovative design! It boggles my mind just visualizing the console being in my hands.
Also, there are many people from different walks of life are seen playing the console with certain games including the upcoming Legend of Zelda; Breath of the Wild, a Super Mario game, an NBA 2K title, Splatoon, and to my surprise, an amazing port of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim!
The trailer is showing that the people are having fun with the new console and I must say that it makes me feel a bit jealous. Oh well, it looks like I have to wait for next year to find out if it is worth buying one.
Do you have any complaints about the Switch?
Well, if there is one thing I have observed in the device itself is that it feels a bit fragile, as if the entire console was made of a very strong plastic. Honestly though, I am hoping that it isn't the case since the console itself has promise, and an easily-breakable material that you use for their console is the last thing I want to hear from Nintendo.
Also, the concept of console-to-handheld gaming doesn't feel original. I mean the Sega Nomad (a gaming handheld that plays Sega Genesis and Mega Drive games) did it first, among other handhelds that provide such an experience. The good thing is that it doesn't feel as bulky up-close, unlike the aforementioned Nomad.
What do you want to expect from the Switch?
There are a lot of things that I am expecting for this wonderful console. However, as of the time of this writing, please keep in mind that these may or may not appear in the final product. So without further ado; here are some of the things that I will like for the Switch:
1. Backwards compatibility - Nintendo has a very wide history of providing a diverse gaming experience by allowing players to play their favorite games from previous generation of gaming devices (e.g. Nintendo DS allowing you to play GBA games). I am hoping that they allow players to play some, if not all, 3DS games or even older DS games. Although I doubt that would be the case, it is still too early to judge either.
2. Social media connectivity - while this particular has already been featured by other consoles, it doesn't prevent me to expect on such a feature. In fact, there is a certain button that can be found on the lower left portion of the main controller that somehow akin to a "Record" symbol. Hopefully, you can be able to properly edit these "videos" which is very essential for the gaming demographic today; focusing on "let's plays" and "tricks" on playing certain games. I am also hoping that the console can also connect to other social media with all the benefits intact that you can get from using them via PC and mobile.
3. Affordability - it is basically a no-brainer; many people wanted a gaming device that can deliver to their tastes while also ensuring that their wallets won't suffer a concussion or something. Competing consoles would basically cost about $300 (which is almost equivalent to about PHP 14,400) which is already cheap enough for those having sources of income. However, certain considerations must be maintained when determining the overall price of a certain device, such as specifications.
4. Durability - for someone with heavy hands as myself, I cannot help but wonder; is this gaming device built to last? From what I've seen in the teaser, as what I've also mentioned as a complaint of mine, the materials used for the device itself looks cheap and easy to break. While I like to have my trusty New 3DS anywhere with me, it tends to show some signs of wear and tear as time goes by such as the peeling of the coatings as well as malfunctioning buttons.
5. Software line-up - as seen in the video, potential titles like NBA 2K, Super Mario, as well as the shocker that is Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim have put me in the edge of my seat. I just cannot help but wonder; "what Nintendo is exactly doing in terms of its lineup of games?! Is Nintendo opening up to other game developers?! Oh wow! I cannot wait". Nevertheless, it is still early to actually judge on what games to come out for the Switch. We just cannot help but speculate.
Well that's all I can say about these things for now. Nevertheless, I am so excited for the system to launch. So what are your thoughts about the Nintendo Switch? Are you excited for it? What are the games are you looking forward for the Switch? Let us know your thoughts by leaving a comment.
Until then, have a nice day! :)
Disclaimer: The picture I posted in this article is not my property, but it belongs to Nintendo.
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