5.8.2017

I would love to give my Switch 5 stars, but I just can't, due to a myriad of issues ranging from overpriced accessories, dubious design decisions clearly intended to encourage consumers to buy things that should be unnecessary as well as some just awfully cheap parts that don't match an otherwise superb quality.Let's start with the good:+ The premise of a home console you can play anywhere is perfectly executed. The Wii U was the Switch's prototype; It showed promise, but it didn't quite deliver. The Switch DELIVERS. Going from TV to handheld and back is seamless and instant, especially if you have a TV that can "sync states" with devices attached to it.And the battery is big enough for a few hours of Zelda or several of something like Snipperclips or NeoGeo games. (It's not meant to replace the DS as the take-everywhere Nintendo console. So the poor battery life is somewhat forgivable.)+ The screen is very high quality. It is IPS and I found that it doesn't distort colors like some reviews have mentioned (one professional review actually said you should expect poor viewing angles because it's IPS, which just isn't true; IPS are the best LCDs suited for multiple viewing angles). When Netflix comes out or if someone is sitting next to you watching you play or groups playing Snipperclips, etc, everyone will be able to get an excellent view of the screen. No problems with viewing angles. And the color, luminosity and contrast are all superb. 720p is an understandable compromise. If it was 1080p, not only would the screen cost significantly more, but it would need a bigger CPU, GPU, and battery, all which would drive up the price to be exclusive. Nintendo does not want to be an exclusive company. And nothing looks pixelated — though you can see aliasing if you look for it.+ The plastic on the controllers is luxurious. They feel great to the touch. You really need to experience it in person.+ Twin ball-joint thumb sticks on a portable. Need I say more?+ Though the joy-cons are small and seem like they'd be uncomfortable, I really like them, together or apart. The tension in the sticks is perfect with some very slight "grooves" for horizontal and vertical movement (personal preference, but I like it this way).+ Multiplayer from the get-go. No longer do you have to shell out extra on a second controller to get multiplayer on day one of your console ownership.+ The operating system is barebones and FAST! with a small footprint. I prefer this to something that tries to be a poor man's computer with unnecessary features and animations that bog it down and increase loading times (looking at you XBone and PS4). And it looks slick, too.+ Startup times are maybe one or two seconds max. No other console respects your time like the Switch. Pick it up and resume where you left off in Zelda instantly. Put it in sleep mode and it's instantly off so you can go get your life things out of the way before getting back to Zelda. Then instantly turn it back on and game away!+ The fan is very quiet and does a great job at keeping the console cool. It does get noticeably warm during long sessions, but it's a pleasant warmth to the touch and not alarming at all.+ The size of the console is right on point. It is probably the most comfortable handheld from Nintendo (they're not very good at comfortable handhelds though), but it's not so big you can't easily fit it into whatever bag you have. That being said, and as I said before about the batteries, the Switch isn't really a replacement for the 3DS and unless you're a big dude like Boogie2988, you'll never find a pocket this will fit in. Being so large, the screen guarantees a cinematic experience on the go; something which even the 3DS XL doesn't quite deliver.+ It feels very sturdy and tough. This is Nintendo. They make tough devices. (There are some issues though. Look in the negatives, below.)I feel like I could keep fishing for compliments for this System, but I think I've exhausted anything of significance... Let's move on to the gripes:– The cover for the screen is hard plastic, much like the one for the upper screen of the 3DS. Except this one is about 5x as glossy as the 3DS and intended to be touched. This causes two problems: 1) if playing in a bright room or outside, the reflections on the screen make it nearly impossible to see details in the game you're playing. I hate seeing my face overlaid on top of my game. 2) it scratches easily. For a handheld touch device of this size and price, a glass screen is almost a necessity. However, glass also breaks, so if the console is for a child, that would mean it has a great chance of cracking from a drop. Conversely, children are not delicate with touch screens and will inevitably cover their screen with scratches. However, Nintendo is not really marketing this console to children like it has others in the past — millennials seem to be their target demographic, judging from their ad campaign — and that makes me think a glass screen would have been the right decision, even if it elevated production costs.– $70 for a pro controller. $80 for a second pair of joy-cons that don't come with a grip. $30 for a charging grip (you can't buy a non-charging one independent of the console). Depending on how you look at it, this makes the official controllers for the Switch the most expensive in the business. But controllers have always been too expensive, in my opinion. ($70 might be okay for a pro controller because it's so good.)– There is only one charging port and it is on the bottom. The Switch needs a bottom charging port, of course, so that the docking gimmick works perfectly, but it really needs a second one on the top to charge it during table-top play, since the battery is not fantastic. The Wii U controller has a charging port on the top and bottom for similar reasons. A second port would be cheap because it wouldn't need the full USB functionality, just the ability to carry a current. Why didn't Nintendo do the same with the Switch? Because they want you to spend $20 on the official stand that raises it up so you can charge it from the bottom. Ridiculous.– The battery should be 50–100% bigger. It is something like 4350 mAmp. I would have paid another $50 for a battery twice as large. But maybe it's not only a cost, bust a space issue. If you want to play Zelda for more than 2-3 hours handheld, you will need a battery bank. I picked up a 10000 mAmp battery with a USB-C outlet and it will completely charge the console one time while playing Zelda and 1.75 times or more while the console is in sleep mode.– UPDATE: This is where I griped about paid online services. Now that we know nintendo's pricing and more about what comes with it, I believe it to be more than fair. $20/year is practically nothing for what you get. My opinion has changed. I admittedly jumped on a bandwagon too soon.– It is very true: The left joy-con can lose connection from even just crossing your legs the wrong way. I told Nintendo on the phone about it and they offered to "repair" it for free. But that means like 3 weeks or more without Zelda... also shipping costs. I just can't send it away right now. (By repair, they probably mean put in the quality receiver it should have had in the first place. Apparently just soldering a copper wire to the receiver is enough to make it work wonderfully... might be something I attempt myself in the future.*UPDATE*I sent my left joy-con off for repairs. After 4 business days it returned with absolutely zero connection problems. If your joy-con is having issues I highly recommend Nintendo's repair service.– The dock needs to be heavier. It moves around too much. It feels cheap compared to the console, but fortunately, it's not something you have to touch frequently.– The dock WILL scratch the screen if you're not careful. Fortunately it won't scratch it any on the viewing surface, just the black borders.– the resistance for docking and removing the Switch should be a little firmer, too. It can be difficult to remove the joy-cons without lifting the console back up. In order to address this problem and the one listed above, I added a piece of the soft side of Velcro to each track on the dock. This helps protect the screen as well as adds just enough resistance to make the act of docking and undocking the Switch much more pleasant and stable.I have no problems with the kickstand. Though I can't get mine to pop out like it's supposed to. It looks like it's bolted in place on mine. Maybe I'm just being too timid, but I don't want to break it. It will tip over if you touch it on the left side while it's in table-too mode. But the reality is that you're not supposed to be touching it when it's on a table, anyway.I love my switch, but I'm worried Nintendo is headed down the same path as Apple has with their products in that they are started to intentionally gimp their products in favor of selling accessories and adapters. Also, I can't stand behind fees to play games online when I already have to pay for an internet connection.I absolutely would not hesitate to recommend this console. I just wish it didn't feel like Nintendo was starting to become the kind of company that uses cheap tricks to get customers to spend more than should be necessary.

22.11.2016

I will simply talk about the console as it is packaged, without reviewing games and without reviewing extra accessories.The Nintendo Switch.The packaging is neat, tidy and colourfully presented. It contains Joy-Cons (L & R) in your colour of choice (at the point of order), the Joy Con Grip, Nintendo Switch Console (Screen/Handheld), Nintendo Switch Dock, HDMI cable, Nintendo Switch AC Adapter and the Joy-Con Straps. These are all individually wrapped in plastic and sectioned off within the cardboard packaging. There is no user manual – but one can learn how to use the console from digital instructions within the Nintendo Switch itself when you turn it on, or by going online or simply (the most fun)experimenting.The Switch Console is the Screen/Handheld. Consider this when looking at previous consoles from Nintendo and other companies due to its size, make no mistake, this is the console itself.The Nintendo Switch Dock simply connects the Nintendo Switch Console to the TV and is much more aesthetically pleasing than simply having no dock and having to connect HMDI cables to the exposed Console. The Dock itself has a back cover that can be removed (it clicks in and out) to easily insert the desired cables. Nintendo have physically etched into the console the description for each socket to make things easy for the player at the point of assembly; AC adapter, USB and HDMI Out respectively.The Joy-Con (L & R) controllers are coloured as per your order. The Joy-Cons (L & R) connect into the Joy-Con Grip for a classic controller feel and can be released from the Joy-Con Grip by a small button at the back of each Joy-Con (L & R); this is the same with disconnecting from the Nintendo Switch Console. When sliding the Joy-Cons down onto the Nintendo Switch Console you can hear the clicking sound which plays in the Nintendo Switch advertisement. Attaching the Joy-Cons to the Nintendo Switch Console allows the console to be used as a handheld and is reminiscent of the Wii U Gamepad, but much smaller.When the Joy-Cons (L & R) are not attached to the Nintendo Switch Console or the Joy-Con Grips they can be attached to the Joy-Con Straps which makes the Joy-Cons (L & R) feel more wholesome and complete. The Joy Con Straps and are akin to the Wii Remote Straps that (hopefully) allowed players not to launch or drop the controller(s). The Straps can be locked into the Joy-Cons (L & R) by clicking a lock switch at the bottom of each strap and can be disconnected by releasing the lock switch.The display settings on the TV can be amended within the system settings on the Nintendo Switch Console.When lifting the Nintendo Switch Console (with Joy-Cons attached) out of the dock, the transition to the portable screen is instantaneous; the TV goes black and the Console Screen springs into life without a need to pause the game, thus allowing gaming at home to be taken out into the world.The games cartridges slot into the top of the Nintendo Switch Console and the very second they are inserted the selected game appears on the screen of the TV or Console Screen.I am yet to insert a Micro SD card, they can be inserted underneath the Nintendo Switch Console Stand.I am yet to test Amiibo on the device.Personal Views/Notes…-Setting up the Switch took a couple of minutes which is exactly what you wish for when you are excited to play a new console.-The display settings on the TV can be amended within the system settings (I needed to tweak the TV display slightly as my Samsung TV was cutting the bottom of the Nintendo Switch display off).-The Joy-Cons (L&R) connected and disconnected smoothly from the Joy-Con Grip, Nintendo Switch Console and the Joy-Con Straps.-The Joy-Cons experienced no sync issues and were originally synced by connecting the Joy-Cons (L & R) to the Nintendo Switch Console whilst in the Nintendo Switch Dock.-The Joy-Cons are extremely responsive to physical stimuli (waving them about, pushing buttons etc.) and seem much more advanced than their predecessor(s) - the Wii remotes.-The Nintendo Switch Console screen is scratch free and has no pixel issues.-Social media and/or some news websites are reporting that several people who have bought the console are having Sync issues, so far, I have had absolutely no issues and I have noticed several users online starting to sound similar comments one after another. Please remember that some people who have purchased the console will have genuine issues with syncing and screen pixel issues and will likely receive help from Nintendo when they seek it. Personally, I have spoken to the Nintendo UK Store before and they were extremely polite, punctual and responsive when you have an issue. Please also remember that the media want you to click on their articles and that is why they write the articles. When you have a good meal at a restaurant, you likely won’t tell many people, but if you have a bad meal at that same restaurant, you will likely tell a few people, so when one news site or social media site reports something negative, you often find that several sites begin to write similar stories based on hearsay as opposed to listening to those genuinely effected by faulty equipment. The people with genuine issues do exist and will likely be able to contact Nintendo directly and as long as they are persistent they will receive replacements or assistance – the media will not help the customer, nor will they help Nintendo, all they will do is turn a molehill into a mountain in the hope that they get a few clicks on their website – the result is that gamers lose faith and the games company lose customers.-Being able to transport games from the TV to a handheld instantaneously is a dream that I have had since the SNES days and lives up to the hype – Zelda Breath of the Wild is the only game I have currently (it won’t be the last) and it springs into life on the portable screen without a need to pause the game.To end on a personal view…The Nintendo Switch is the most exciting console in many years, it offers a brand new experience for gamers to enjoy; it offers refreshing new ways to use new controls; the console is well designed, assembles and disassembles perfectly and will likely bring a lot more people to gaming… which can only be a good thing for everyone who loves computer games as it means more players, more ideas and more future possibilities!It is time to Switch.

7.2.2021

This was a birthday present to the 5 year old, that came at the right time for us, as we are spending lockdown in a rather small flat, with three kids.Before I describe the specs of the Switch, I'd like to explain why this was selected instead of the Switch Light or the more expensive PS or Xbox.Our older kids are 5 and 6, which is almost the age when they can "do it themselves", but not quite there yet. The operation functions of Nintendo Switch are easily learnt, the kids can set it up themselves and the variety of games Nintendo offers is often in the right mind for children this age - i.e. not so sophisticated or complicated that they would need an adult's help. The Switch Light is a good option of course,especially for a kid with no siblings, but without the ability to hook the console to the tv, it's going to be harder to turn this into a multi participation venue, i.e. only one kids at a time.With the Nintendo Switch, we often see the kids opt for TV game mode, and we can all participate in active games such as "Just Dance" or "Tokyo 2020 Olympics", which the game rewards them through actual movement.Why not PS or Xbox? Well, they're more expensive and as described above sophisticated. So, if you have a very technical child of 10+ maybe they are the better option. For us, the fact that they can hook up the controller themselves and the games are plain and simple was the selling point.What's in the box?===============The Switch condole, a tv hookup hub, a charging cable, 2 Joy Cons (note - 2 Joy Cons makes one whole controller in essence, and some games would require them as such, i.e. you need both per user), and one Joy Con Grip (to combine them to one controller).Game modes:============- The solo mode, as seen on the second picture/the video, provides the kids hours of fun on their own.- The TV hookup (photo 3)1) You can play solo with a big screen. Easy to setup - you just need an empty socket near the tv and an HDMI connection. You then can use the two Joy-Con's with the the controller hub that comes with the switch.2) Another option (for games which allow it) is to use each Joy-Con as a solo controller. The Joy-Cons are gyroscopic and feel the hand movement, so you can play "Just Dance" or "Mario Kart" by moving your hands around. they even provide feedback in terms of vibrations, and remind of the old Wii consoles.- Detaching the JoyCons and using the console as a small screen, this is the worst option but it works too, there's a small leg that allows the console to stand upright (but it tends to fall off, a bit of a design flaw that is negligible since this game mode is not the best anyways).To sum up all the Pro's: hours of fun, interactive games which will keep the kids fit not just in 'zombie' mode, dual game mode as mentioned and adequate for kids up from the age of 5 to setup on their own.To add to that: there are dozens of game around, with genres that fit just about anyone.Con's:=====Not all is perfect with the Nintendo Switch and here are some faults and the way to overcome them (if applicable):- The games are expensive. A new game is around £40, which is not optimal when you want the kids to have a variety. Also, if you bought a game that they didn't like/can't handle - that's money down the toilet.Luckily, the Nintendo Shop has previous and free periods that allow you to test games (but we don't really bother with these).- The Switch comes with two Joy Cons. If you want to play more than two people you will have to get another set, and another grip. while this is relatively cheap, you will then want a charging dock, so you won't have to rotate between them, and it doesn't really end...- You would probably want a screen protector, a travel case, and a few more games... so again when it comes to costs, add at least £100-150 to the original price (and prob more).- The worst thing is the need to subscribe to the Nintendo Shop to be able to play online multi games in several games. this is downright infuriating, as you need to pay for something you already paid for. However, we found that we enjoy the games without the online option as it is.Good games to start with:=====================- Animal Crossings New Horizons - especially for calmer kids who likes building and strategy.- Mario Kart - this is brilliant, the superlatives this game has received are very just, it provides several game modes and hours of fun for all of the family (I enjoy playing with the kids myself, and we get quite competitive)- Just Dance - a good workout in form of dancing with the Joy Cons which will provide hours of fun, but each participant needs a JoyCon.Hope this helped someone to decide whether to get one or not. and If not - feel free to ask questions or comment, or vote this 'helpful' if indeed it was. Thanks and Game on!

14.3.2017

Wasn't going to do a review as there is alot on here, but can't seem to really read anything with anything usefull as to why or why not, they did or did not like the new nintendo switch.There will properlly be spelling mistakes here so don't bother correcting me as I really don't care for people like that.Anywho I will do a pro's and con's in my option as to why I thought it was a 4 star, not a 5 as there where a few little issuies I've seen for the past few pays I've been playing Zelda as I've had a few days off work.Not sad enough to phone in sick for a computer games console as got a morgage to pay and that comes first.The pro's (good points)I brought the neon version of the console and it is really small and very smart looking,really doesn't take up alot of space whitch is good as I live in a 1 bedroom house.The main part of the console, ie where you put the games in and see the screen fills really good in my hands and the graphics are amazing.The internal memory is 25.7 GB and with Zelda via the cargiage only takes up 216 MB.The controller that comes with it fills good in my hands also, looking at it you would think not so that was a pleasent surprise.I like how steady it fills, while can be fiddle at times just do everything slow and hit the release button, everything has to be dead on other wise it won't work properlly, ie, the controller has to line up and clicks into place, if you rush and use alot of force it will properly break like some idiot did on youtube.My console personally has no issuies on the left controller or doesn't die or anything that I can tell at this earlly stage.In hand mode the battery life seems really good, played just under 2 hours and used up about 50% of it.Did notice that a little longer playing the console when it hits 15% a little warning comes up to tell you the console is getting low on power, which is usefull as I really lost track of time playing Zelda.The Con's (Bad Points)While the internal memory is 25.7 GB to downlod Zelda will take up 13.6 GB of that data.The only games at the moment you can download at a cost are the following.ACA NEOGEO NAM-1975, BLASTER MASTER ZERO, ZELDA, SUPER BOMBERMAN R, 1 2 SWITCH, ACA NEOGEO THE KING OF FIGHTERS '98, ACA NEOGEO WAKU WAKU 7, ACA NEOGEO SHOCK TROOPERS, ACA NEOGEO WORLD HEROES PERFECT, ACA NEOGEO METAL SLUG 3, SHOVEL KNIGHT: SPECTER OF TORMENT, SHOVEL KNIGHT: TREASURE TROVE, NEW FRONTIER DAYS FOUNDING PIONEERS, OTHELLO, VOEZ, VROOM IN THE SKY, JUST DANCE 2017, FAST RMX, SNIPPERCLIPS, I AM SETSUNA.I personally havn't heard of many of these games so at this stage it's just For Zelda until Mario comes out next month, so if your planning on downloading many games you will need to buy a mico sd card in order to do it.You will also need a screen protector as it does seem to scratch the screen docking and undocking the console, lucky for me I used a mico cloth as I thought ahead on that one thanks also to a youtube video.It doesn't come with a game unlike the nintendo wii did, can't comment on wii u as I didn't have the money back then for it.It seems to hold charge fine via the dock but if you use it in hand mode while the usb cable is connected it doesn't seem to charge, unless you put it into sleep mode, while the charge is pretty quick you won't be able to play and maintain the 100% charge in hand mode at this stage for some unkown reason.Not backwards compatible on any previous versions.It's only happened once but it did frezze while I turned it on one day, all you have to do is hit the power reset button for about 12 secounds or so, just restarts the console, but alarming when you first see it and you do panic a bit.Can't comment on the online stuff as doesn't seem to be anything really there at this stage, overall as it was a treat from me to me I'm quite happy with it as Zelda will take me months to complete, hopefully by then you will be able to download some of the older games as I need to catch when when I have the time and the money.While it does state the online service will be paid by the end of 2017 I don't see them blocking people to download and pay for the older games as that is what I will be doing when it is all sorted out properlly.As long as that is done correctlly it could be the best one they have ever made as the graphics and the style of the thing seems to be mixed with an old school/new school type of vibe. Best of both in my option.There is room for improvement, while a little bit pricy it is a really good idea mixing both console and hand mode into one, can see myself playing this for many years to come.From, KierenHope this helps, even if it does to one person tryied to explain it all as best as I possiblly can.

16.3.2017

That's basically it in a nutshell. It's all about finally answering that question about getting a full console experience on the go or at home. No compromises, no dramas nor log-ins. Just pull the system out of its dock, and away you go. Fantastic.The system is well built (though I recommend a sleeve or case as early as you can get one). It is powerful - multiple times more than most tablets on the market today. Nintendo realised the limitations inherent of this approach though, and they've made compromises to keep costs and performance manageable. They include; a 3-4 hour "full experience" battery life cycle. As the battery is over 4,300mAh (twice that of most smartphones),that gives you an idea of how powerful the system is. For me, this is more than reasonable, but some people find fault with this... A decent, 20,000+mAh portable charger and a USB-C cable should see you right for even a long weekend away from the 1st world. There is also the issue of memory. 32GB of internal storage simply will not last for all but the most casual. But again, it's easy and cheap enough to triple this for under £20.The resolution on the screen is 720p. Again, no issue for me as the display has decent pixel density, and Zelda actually looks at least as good on the smaller screen than it does the big one. But, I've heard that this is an issue for some, too. Finally, the power of the system. Whilst exceptional for (what is ultimately) a handheld, it is clearly not quite at the level of the PS4 or Xbox One.But somehow, you still get PS4 and Xbox One experiences - not in the way that you got watered-down, not-quite-there ones on the Vita, either. Again, Zelda for example is an exceptional title, with more 1st party games on the way (like Splatoon 2 and Mario Kart imminent). Bomberman R is a fun multiplayer game, and Fast RMX looks almost as good as any WipeOut game I've played. I simply love that I'm finally getting a home console on the go. It suits many people's lifestyles, where sitting at home alot in a cave just isn't practical, realistic or that much fun.The controls (joy-cons) detach and split up into two, allowing multiplayer without the purchase of any additional equipment - this is alot of fun and a great idea. But for serious or competitive sessions, I would recommend extra controllers. The pro grip that comes with the console makes the joy-cons like an Xbox controller. It is comfortable, easy to use and does the job well.But the do-or-die for any console is games. Does the Switch have any? At launch, the list isn't the largest for retail. Only five games are out (including Zelda, Bomberman, 1-2 Switch Just Dance and Skylanders). But a few more are on the digital, eShop store and some of them are pretty decent. The aforementioned Fast RMX, for example, is a good racer. I am Stesuna is a very japanese old-skool RPG, if you're into that. But to be honest, Zelda is HUGE and of such high quality that, two weeks in, I have hardly played anything else - including my PS4, PC, or other systems. So yes, the Switch has at least one killer app, and it's an absolute slayer. Other first party titles are coming out at a rate of roughly one a month. That seems like a pretty thick schedule. So if Nintendo can keep that up (especially if third-parties can be roped into this), then the early signs are promising.But should you buy it? For me, the answer was obviously yes, although I was on the fence right up until launch. But, I chose to invest for a couple of reasons. Firstly, unlike SONY's and Microsoft's systems, Nintendo don't often mess around with the formula of a system much once they release it (DS family notwithstanding). Second, they're well-made and they last - my Super Nintendo is still plugging on. Thirdly, you can be guaranteed that a slew of familiar, high quality first-party titles will be released for it (three of which will be out less than two months after launch). If it gets third-party support: great. It could even become my primary gaming machine. But for me, I took the plunge knowing the bare minimum of what to expect and so far, I'm loving every minute of it...!

28.12.2018

This is a long and comprehensive review and will be updated over time if any info changes.The phrase 'Jack of all trades, master of none' is often used to describe the Switch and is incredibly accurate. This is both good and bad, depending on what mode you're playing in.The Switch is a semi expensive home console and has been hyped to hell and back and for good reason. It's amazing. The materials used to make the product are top quality, and although it has a plastic capacitive touch screen, it feels superb and highly responsive. The touchscreen however is rather soft, and scratches incredibly easily so be careful with false nails and putting it in the TV dock charger adapter thingy.The joycons have Rumble HD which is a really immersive addition to games especially Mario Odyssey where you can feel the helicopter blades spinning and things like 1-2-Switch. Controls are fab and easy to get used to, and the lack of D-pad that everyone was having fits over is also easy to adapt to. The only fault I have with these is that the Switch makes a strange sound effect when you slot them in; and this masks the click in real life that you get when they lock into the console. Many times have I been fooled by this sound effect, thinking the controllers are locked into the Switch, picked it up and the screen tumbles to the ground. Be careful. (EDIT: as of late (4 months after purchase) they have become wobbly in handheld mode. You can fix this by fiddling with some screws which I haven't done yet)Charging time was about 3.5 hours from dead; and the battery lasts between 5-7 hours in handheld mode. Not really as portable as it seems to make out it is and is quite large and you'd definitely need a highly padded and soft case for it.The handheld mode of the Switch is brilliant as the games are all in ultra crisp HD. Not experienced lag yet (EDIT: I have a bit; on Skyrim) but have only used for a day. The speakers are lovely and loud, very HQ sound.On TV mode, the graphics quality drops immensely. You can change the resolution in the settings but it doesn't seem to change at all. It goes from like 1080p to 700p (handheld to TV). It isn't that bad though as you're obviously not sat directly in front of the TV and it's bearable.Comes with 32gb of memory with some taken up by the system and you have the option of expanding theoretically up to 2TB. Honestly, if you have game carts and only download a couple of eshop games, this isn't a problem.Games-wise was quite disappointed. The Switch has been out for over 2 years now, and has yet to have more than 3 or 4 interesting, cult games (Mario Odyssey, LoZ BoTW, Pokemon Lets Go and Monster Hunter). All of the games for Switch are massively over priced at around £50 a game, and sell pretty much for the same when they're 2nd hand. The eshop is filled with generally crappy Switch ports of NeoGeo games and old arcades, and some indie games. The only one worth buying is Stardew - but it's better on PC and you can run it on a toaster.EDIT: No longer true! There's an excellent variety of awesome games on the eshop for affordable prices nowadays! Seriously, the variety is great. Something for everyone.Quite frankly I don't think the Switch will have the same fate as the Wii U, but it's going to take some time for it to be worth it's money. I understand the technology is fab and what they've gone for they have succeeded in, but the game variety really let's you down if you're a single player.The fact you cant play online is also irritating. You now have to adhere to the regular payment strategy that Xbox have, despite paying nigh on 300 quid for a console and selling your Auntie Jane's priceless ming dynasty vase to get a game. I know it's cheaper than it's competitors, but Nintendo makes far too much money via Switches already, and don't need £18 from you to maintain their substandard servers and multiplayer.

4.1.2018

I wanted this for Christmas and I received it, yay!I was growing very tired of the whole DS, 3DS, XL, bla bla bla stuff. I wanted a change, something new. So when the Nintendo Switch was released I was very interested, but I held back and waited. For almost a year now I've been researching, studying, figuring things out. I've heard the good, the bad and the worse that people are reporting about this Console. I've done my research and I decided I wanted it.Boxing Day I finally got to take it out of the box and check it out for myself. So far so good. Put in my 128 GB Micro SD Card and powered it up, set it all up then I played around with the settings, software, all that good stuff.Then I put in my game, played for a while. I've now had this Console for a while and I feel good about doing a review.>First and foremost the screen. It's 720p which people are complaining about. HOWEVER, the Console is small and 720p is perfect! It looks brilliant! Plus if you had the 1080p the battery wouldn't last an hour.>The sound is perfect, loud or quiet, also with the speakers facing you, well it's a nice touch, the sound goes to you, not the space infrount of you.>The main Console is strong and sturdy, even the screen... Though I would recommend a Screen-Protector.>Joy-Cons are strong and sturdy, though please be careful when sliding them on or off the main Console, it will longer their life-span.>Everything about this Console is fast. Loading times, play time, closing down software, everything. When using this Console everything is instant and easy which really amazed me. This is some very high-tech stuff right here!The Console in Hand-Held mode is perfect in every way, even the battery life.Here is where the not-so-good points come into play. Home-Console mode.>When the Nintendo Switch is Docked it transfers everything to your TV in 1080p... That means the Console has to push out alot more power which results in the Console getting very, very, hot! There is ways around this, but it's not exactly ideal. You'll have to buy a Cooling-Fan which clicks onto the back of your Dock. It will help keep your Console cool though it won't take the heat away fully. Please be careful when using your Switch in Dock mode as some people are reporting their Console warping out of shape. I'd recommend using the Cooing-Fan and only using it in the Dock for Two hours at a time, maybe three.>You'll have to buy an extra charger. It comes with a charger, but if you want to use your Console in both Hand-Held and Docked mode then a second charger will be nice, so you won't have to keep fiddling with your Dock charger all the time.>If you don't like the Controller you slide the Joy-Cons into, be prepared to spend an extra £60-70 on the Pro Controller. Geez.>Games are sooo expensive. Two games cost me just under £100! Like seriously! £50 for one game!!! Ugh, Nintendo you do anything for money...My main conclusion is... Well this won't come cheap. The Console, games and accessories, plus extra stuff like a Carry-Case... This is hard on the wallet. BUT! But... If you're willing to spend a fortune on all this, then you will have yourself a absolutely amazing Console! It's a Home-Console right in your hand! More games are coming and once you bite the bullet and buy everything you'll need, you can just sit back and enjoy the fun!The Nintendo Switch has changed my way of gaming and I'm sooo happy I decided to get this! XxxPro's:Almost everything.Con's:Heats up when in Docked mode.Everything is so expensive.

3.7.2017

I recall the Wii back in the days it was a very successful gimmick and then they tried basically same with Wii U we all knew that would not work.It was lovely to open and yes seems pricey but I paid more for the Wii U though it had games with it.I love the Switch itself the ability to change effortlessly from handheld to tv or vice versa is something I’m very fond of.Lovely decent sized screen and decent battery life too.The game selection is sadly lacking and what does it say when re-release of a game massively out sells a new one.Though few good ones out late September and late October.The online /local is disappointing tried to play even local play (never had this issue on my Vita or even PSP)in Mario kart and it kept disconnecting I think if that's their service they really need to work on it before charging people though.I just back up my PS4 manually as they charge for silly basic stuff like even cloud saving (that should be free) I wish Switch had option of backing up saves even manually.Plus I hate seeing ads on my system not even online at minute as I find for local co-op it works better offline as still have stupid ads on system why do all gaming consoles have this nonsense on them.Shows how few had Wii Us I had one, it was an enjoyable system but region locking annoyed me as I import any game that’s censored and to just have to ignore those games because it was too pricey to buy another Wii U to play games that should not have been changed to begin with annoyed me. I always loved Sony since PS3 when they removed it.I only have one game for now Mario Kart 8 as I have not yet gotten Zelda.I love the controllers have yet to use a pro if it’s anything like the pro from the Wii U it’s easy to use.The J cons are lovely to hold and use mostly use out of the block as I have the neon yellow ones spare so don’t have remove anytime I want to use.I love how you can change from one colour to another and the system recognises this change.I wish we could get the 2 neon red or 2 neon blue like they have in japan though.I don’t use the stand on Switch in table top model just got the Nintendo official one which I love and my nexus cable charges the system fine in this mode.Anyway the dock is part I really don’t like, first off attaching the HDMI and AC cable is actually not fun and I actually hurt my hand removing the HDMI from it after.I actually like the shorter HDMI it comes with as in my room it's close to the tv a second dock however will be needed for living room.Maybe some Third party group will release a cheaper one that works with this system.Having to pay ridiculous money for a spare dock is ludicrous and unfair why not just sell the dock at a fair price, £50 would even be too much.I was unable to get Switch at launch but finally have one, glad I have as overall it's a great machine but I really wish they had not cheaped out so much on the dock.I don’t have any issues fitting it into the dock and don’t really see how you could scratch it unless you follow the ad where he just slams it into the dock.I got the official Nintendo case but actually think I’ll get a Hori one I’ve seen it in action and think the switch fits best into it.I am deducting a star for the dock and online / local play as I really feel they can do these better.

11.7.2017

Let's start off by saying that I've owned a lot of Nintendo Consoles (Wii, Wii U, 3DS etc), a PS1 and a PS3, and I can safely say that this is my favourite console that I've ever owned.And here's why:Starting with the build quality and design, the Switch itself as well as the joy-cons feel very solid and well built. I haven't and any problems with them at all since I got them. The design is also quite good, in my opinion the neon joy-cons suits the black/grey console and dock nicely.Docking the console works surprisingly well, you just put it in the dock and it outputs video and sound to your TV. It is all very seamless, so is taking it out of the dock to continue playing on the go.Which really is the Switch's greatest strength, that you can play your games wherever and whenever you want to. I can't count how many times I've been really into a game and then having to travel somewhere and not being able to play that game for days, now the Switch is my solution. And it works great!And the thing is, considering its size it is very strong in terms of gaming performance and miles ahead of any previous handheld console.I think that Nintendo did and exceptional job in creating a console where it's up to the user to decide how he/she wants to play it. And the joy-cons is a big part of that experience, there are just so many ways of playing! The included joy-con grip is perfect if you want a more traditional controller, but holding each joy-con in each hand works perfectly fine as well.And in terms of Nintendo games, they have done an amazing job at providing a solid line-up with at least a few big games releasing every single month for a period of time. And with big titles like Metroid and Pokémon eventually coming.But everything isn't positive about this console, first of all I don't like that the screen is plastic, and it has proven to be very easily scratched. Not good for a console that you will bring when travelling, or even when you put it in the dock (plastic rubbing against plastic isn't really a good idea, Nintendo...). I would say that a screen protector is REQUIRED! The other con I have is that the kickstand is very bad, there are only a few tables I have where I can sit in front of the Switch and play it in tabletop mode comfortably, I would really prefer more viewing angles. It also makes the most unsatisfying noise when you pull it out.Overall, the Switch is a solid console that any Nintendo fan or traveler should own. But since it is weaker than the other consoles there's a risk that developers will choose to not port games to the Switch. So in my opinion the Switch and a gaming PC is the perfect combination for the most all-round gaming experience. Or if you're just travelling a lot this console will fit you nicely.I would recommend this product to:* Gamers interested in Nintendo's latest games and hardware* Travelers* Gamers (in general, hardcore and casuals)* People interested in playing solid party gamesAnd as I stated in the beginning of my review, this is by far my favourite console I've ever owned.

4.4.2017

I pre-ordered my Nintendo Switch the day after Nintendo’s treehouse event. After much thought I wiped my Wii U hard drive and traded it in along with all the games that I had and sold all if its peripherals. I picked the Switch up at 1 minute past midnight on the 3rd of March. Along with the pro-controller and my Mario starter pack. I have the neon version and it looks fantastic, the build quality is exceptional. At first I played using the Joy-cons along with the grip, then played with the Pro-controller, which is a very nice controller. I have tried TV mode, travel mode and table mode, even used my Pro-controller to play it on table mode. Nintendo have truly come up with a remarkable piece of kit,

13.3.2017

First up this is for neon red/blue and not grey so experiences between them may changeNo issues found involving the running of the machines docked and undocked but I do recommend buying the pro controller for home use on single playerNothing wrong with the screen so far but I have found a good screen protector is useful if you will be docking and undocking the machine persistentlyIn its docked state there has been no issues of concern that I have noticed coming upThe same applies with its mobile stateI gain from the portable side as I work ungodly hours and it allows me to start a game at home and continue it during my break at workI did find the black bars that you can put on the joy cons

23.8.2017

I had been in two minds to pick up a switch, as on one hand it is never going to replace/compete graphically with the Xbox one / PS4 and historically for me I only look to buy a new console when there is a good progression graphically, and therefore if this was a back box competing for space in my living room I wouldn't of made the purchase. However the portable element is really appealing as I spend a fair bit of time on the train and over nighting in hotels so to be able to take something with me was the ultimate appeal. After a week with the Switch I have to say it is making its way more into my life than just those two instances, it effectively ( and this is either good or bad depending on your stance)

11.5.2017

Most fun I've had playing a console in a long long time.The genius firstly lies in its portability. Living a busy, mobile lifestyle I can integrate games with both great depth and arcade appeal into my day without being chained to a television. Zelda helps my 1hour+ morning commute fly by and its really easy to play multiplayer Mario Kart with friends casually out and about.The screen is sharp, clear and vivid and the sound quality both through speakers and headphones is amazing. The design of the system in terms of its graphical presentation and use of sound effects all show that so much attention to detail has gone into the experience of using the Switch. It feels tactile and fun and satisfying.

11.4.2017

When I first bought this console I was in the ball park of not being sure it'll set off very well due to it's power, but now that I've spent a month with it that's really changed my opinion. I adore this console, the power is perfect for it's screen size, it's easy to use with convenience, it looks much better and playing much better in person and it's easy to sit back and relax playing it.Given that new games are being announced for the console left right and centre and indie games are being ported constantly (unlike the fabled Wii U) you'd be happy to know that this console is not only consumer friendly, but game developer friendly too.

26.12.2017

I’ve always liked Nintendo as a company, and that is partially due to me having a wii through almost my whole life but they know how to do devices! I’ve had a wii, ds’s, dsi’s and 3ds’s through my life and each one of them has been absolute quality, but not only that it has lasted over time! They are all still functioning after 8 years in the Wii’s case, so I know that whilst buying this, it’s life span won’t be a problem!The switch is a massive change for Nintendo as they embark on a quest to bring in more sales to their consoles, after the wii u never really took off despite it supposedly being solid! When I heard of this release I was excited to see what you would be able to do on the device and so far I have not been disappointed.

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