The Nintendo Switch delivers a truly unique gaming experience, both in terms of its play at home and on the go hardware, and in terms of its exclusive, top-tier games. Par for the course for Nintendo, then.

Innovative design; Premium look and feel; Attractive price point; Superb first party titles

Not as powerful as PS4 or Xbox One; Third party support isn't great

The Nintendo Switch is one-part handheld and one-part home console, and hopes to be the only device you'll ever need for gaming, wherever you are. The hybrid console is an undeniable success, offering up an exceptional level of handheld graphical quality, while seamlessly transitioning into a home...

Unique hybrid design; HD Rumble; Two controllers included; Bright; crisp; colorful screen

Joy-Cons charge only on console without accessory; Split D-pad; Oddly placed right analogue stick; Limited online service at launch

The Nintendo Switch is a brave and fascinating prospect. While the Wii U hinted at a dual screen future (and provided some truly brilliant games), this update truly gives us a strong standalone handheld platform as well as a home console that produces beautiful visuals and trademark Nintendo...

I have something of a love/hate relationship with Nintendo consoles, especially in recent years. While I grew up with consoles like the Super NES, Nintendo 64, and Gamecube, in the time since then my preference has shifted to Nintendo’s handhelds like the DS and the 3DS.

Nintendo's dream of hybrid gaming fully realized; Truly exciting hardware that stands out from the rest; Fairly solid launch lineup; especially with Zelda

Accessories are far too expensive; Online systems still need a lot of work; Launch feels rushed in general

The unique TV-or-mobile gaming proposition of the Nintendo Switch is now matched by a stellar library of games, including instant-classics like new Zelda and Mario titles.

The Nintendo Switch is a versatile hybrid game console that easily pivots between a big-screen TV and on-the-go portable; The initially slim game library now includes a good mixture of must-have Nintendo franchise exclusives, indie titles and even some decent PC ports.

No Virtual Console (yet) means no access to decades worth of classic Nintendo games; The screen feels small during tabletop sessions; Online multiplayer requires matchmaking on a smartphone app, and Hulu is the only entertainment app.

The Nintendo Switch works as both a home game console and a handheld, offering access to a remarkably strong library of excellent games on your TV at home or in your hands on the go.

Attractive, innovative design; Excellent game library; Solid build quality; Joy-Cons feel comfortable to use in multiple configurations.

Can't copy or transfer save files; Short battery life; Online service needs work; Flimsy kickstand.

The Nintendo switch is a powerful hand-held Console compared to its predecessors. It surpasses the PlayStation Vita and Nintendo 3DS in every way. Although as a home console, it lacks the power that the 3-year-old PS4 and Xbox One has.

Feels like a premium product; Very portable; Option to play at home and on-the-go; Quick and hassle-free transition from handheld to gaming on the TV; Waking it up from Sleep mode is almost instantaneous; Decent graphics

Frame rate issues when docked; Joy-Con on its own could be limiting to use; Cannot charge Joy-Cons on the Grip; Cannot backup files; Cannot connect to a wireless headphone

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Gaming anywhere you want. Joy-Cons are marvelous, versatile controllers. Amazing graphic quality from a relatively small tablet; Not as powerful as a PS4, but Nintendo got out of that game a decade ago. Sleek UI. Region-free game shopping is the best.

Left Joy-Con's wireless connection is flaky; Can't charge controllers while playing on TV; Can't charge the tablet in kickstand mode; Online functionality is bare-bones; EXPIRED: Goddamned Friend Codes again.

It's Nintendo's best-looking console to date

Handheld-home console hybrid is compelling; Build quality is impressive; The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild is amazing

Launch titles are not great; It's expensive at $400 CAD; Battery life is less than stellar

The Nintendo Switch has went from prototype to reality and we've had over a week to look at it from every angle. Here's our Nintendo Switch review