Poll of the Day > Is the Switch worth buying?

(+) Yeah! (+)

Probably asking a stupid question here but eh
On a side note: Recommend some games.
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wwinterj25 posted...

Recommend some games.

If you cannot think of any games to play on your own, then in my opinion, it is not worth the English money you pay for it.
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I love mine so far and no joy con issues yet.

As for games, Zelda BOTW, Mario Kart 8 deluxe, Mario Odyssey, Fire emblem, and the vast amount of indie games. Lots of good games on switch.

Yes, but wait until September or October. Nintendo is apparently releasing a quiet upgrade to the Switch where they've increased the battery life.

https://ca.ign.com/articles/2019/07/25/what-is-the-new-nintendo-switch
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Wait for later model, see if they will have the drift issue common with current joy con controllers.
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DeltaBladeX posted...

Wait for later model, see if they will have the drift issue common with current joy con controllers.

they're fixing that for free now

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Games to get: Xenoblade Chronicles 2, Octopath Traveler, Cadence of Hyrule, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, Mario Odyssey

If you don't already have them on Wii U, these are also great games:
Bayonetta 1 and 2, Breath of the Wild, Hyrule Warriors, Smash Bros.
(Xenoblade X hasn't been ported I think..., otherwise also that)

TheWitchMorgana posted...

DeltaBladeX posted...

Wait for later model, see if they will have the drift issue common with current joy con controllers.

they're fixing that for free now

You still need to send them out, leaving you unable to play games until they return them. Better to wait and see if they fix the issue in future models rather than dumping cash on the current. Might get a better system.
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DeltaBladeX posted...

TheWitchMorgana posted...

DeltaBladeX posted...

Wait for later model, see if they will have the drift issue common with current joy con controllers.

they're fixing that for free now

You still need to send them out, leaving you unable to play games until they return them. Better to wait and see if they fix the issue in future models rather than dumping cash on the current. Might get a better system.

I haven't touched my joycons once since setting up the system. I keep it docked and use PowerA wired controllers that are much better. Joycon buttons felt cheap and poorly made, wouldn't want to actually play w/ those things if I could help it.

That said...I'm sure some game down the line will require them for motion controls or something. Should I preemtively send them in for repair/replacement, or wait till I notice an issue, even if it's not for another 2 years (due to my avoiding using them as much as possible)?

streamofthesky posted...

DeltaBladeX posted...

TheWitchMorgana posted...

DeltaBladeX posted...

Wait for later model, see if they will have the drift issue common with current joy con controllers.

they're fixing that for free now

You still need to send them out, leaving you unable to play games until they return them. Better to wait and see if they fix the issue in future models rather than dumping cash on the current. Might get a better system.

I haven't touched my joycons once since setting up the system. I keep it docked and use PowerA wired controllers that are much better. Joycon buttons felt cheap and poorly made, wouldn't want to actually play w/ those things if I could help it.

That said...I'm sure some game down the line will require them for motion controls or something. Should I preemtively send them in for repair/replacement, or wait till I notice an issue, even if it's not for another 2 years (due to my avoiding using them as much as possible)?

Normally, I would say send them in since youre not using them. But if there is no problem, then Idk...
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EclairReturns posted...

wwinterj25 posted...

Recommend some games.

If you cannot think of any games to play on your own, then in my opinion, it is not worth the English money you pay for it.

Gonna agree with this.

I say if there's at least 3-4 games on it that you want to play, it's worth it.
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No. Unless you're really interested in Nintendo series such as Zelda, Mario, Mario Kart, Smash Bros, Xenoblade, Pokemon, Fire Emblem, and Animal Crossing.
If you're not interested in those series, then I wouldn't buy one.

One game is enough for me to justify buying a console. It's usually a Fire Emblem or Pokemon game for me.
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Animal Crossing's coming! Wooooo

... apart from that, 90% of its games are playable elsewhere
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SpeedDemon20 posted...

One game is enough for me to justify buying a console.

I felt this way for a long time. But this gen I decided I wouldn't buy a console unless there was at least 4 games on it that I wanted.

Well, for the Switch specifically, I said either 4 games that I wanted or Animal Crossing, and now both of those are met so I'd be ok with getting one at some point. I still would like a version with no portability at all though.
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You could always buy the pro controller and not worry about the drift? Mine doesn't drift. Mine just goes unresponsive all of a sudden and only with Smash Ultimate.

It's a good system. Cheapest online.

my vote right now is to just wait for a later model. we know an upgrade is coming soon and we know there will be a pro model soon.

whats with these joy con controller issues that arv hasnt experienced yet
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AllstarSniper32 posted...

SpeedDemon20 posted...

One game is enough for me to justify buying a console.

I felt this way for a long time. But this gen I decided I wouldn't buy a console unless there was at least 4 games on it that I wanted.

Well, for the Switch specifically, I said either 4 games that I wanted or Animal Crossing, and now both of those are met so I'd be ok with getting one at some point. I still would like a version with no portability at all though.

You can glue it to the dock...
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It's the only console I've bought in the past couple generations, it feels good enough for me.
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DeltaBladeX posted...

You still need to send them out, leaving you unable to play games until they return them. Better to wait and see if they fix the issue in future models rather than dumping cash on the current. Might get a better system.

eh i dont really consider that a reason not to get one. the drifting issue is usually only happening on joycons more than a year old. and the pro controller is an option as well

the hardware of the switch also isn't gonna matter much if the joycons are the same. if you want to wait for more powerful hardware (as of right now there is no evidence that this is planned) then that's another thing

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Yes, get one. Games that I have and enjoy:

Breath of the wild
Mario Odyssey
Splatoon 2 (although maybe not get this since they are not longer updating it)
Hyrule warriors (dynasty warriors with Zelda characters)
Mario+rabbids(basically xcom with Mario)
Smash Bros
Mario kart 8
Fire emblem
Bayonetta 1 and 2
Mario maker 2

And there are more games coming out soon (like a lot more games). I'm personally excited for daemon x machina which is a mech game.
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Yes for Daemon x Machina, Oninaki, and Astral Chain.
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EclairReturns posted...

If you cannot think of any games to play on your own, then in my opinion, it is not worth the English money you pay for it.

What about foreign money?
I must have these answers.

AllstarSniper32 posted...

I say if there's at least 3-4 games on it that you want to play, it's worth it.

I have my eye on a handful of games but I could be overlooking some hidden gems.

green dragon posted...

Yes, get one.

Nice list man!

faramir77 posted...

Yes, but wait until September or October.

I heard about this but wasn't sure when the slight upgrade will happen. Maybe I should hold off a bit longer in that case.
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Hop103 posted...

Oninaki

never heard of this until now, this game looks dope and is up my alley
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Hell yeah, got mine in February and I love it. These are the games I have:
Smash Ultimate
Super Mario Odyssey
BotW
Mario Party
Mario Kart 8
Mario Maker 2
Lets Go Pikachu

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No
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LinkPizza posted...

AllstarSniper32 posted...

SpeedDemon20 posted...

One game is enough for me to justify buying a console.

I felt this way for a long time. But this gen I decided I wouldn't buy a console unless there was at least 4 games on it that I wanted.

Well, for the Switch specifically, I said either 4 games that I wanted or Animal Crossing, and now both of those are met so I'd be ok with getting one at some point. I still would like a version with no portability at all though.

You can glue it to the dock...

You just made me wonder if there's a Switch Hot Glue video out there somewhere...
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streamofthesky posted...

(Xenoblade X hasn't been ported I think..., otherwise also that)

They said they're not going to do that as they don't have the resources to make the new game, and port this to switch at the same time. Hopefully after that, but its not a given.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/olliebarder/2018/10/22/dont-hold-out-for-a-port-of-xenoblade-chronicles-x-on-the-switch-anytime-soon/

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TheWitchMorgana posted...

the drifting issue is usually only happening on joycons more than a year old.

I had mine for less than three months and was looking at the ground and spinning in Skyrim. My only controller with drift that bad is a wired 360 pad that is over a decade old, from the NZ launch systems in 2006. Fortunately EB took returns on Switch Joy Con controllers within warranty so customers didn't need to deal with Nintendo themselves.

TheWitchMorgana posted...

and the pro controller is an option as well

Yeah sure, just dump another NZ$120 on a system that already cost me NZ$550, just to avoid a common flaw.

Understand, I like the system, but that issue is best avoided. Nintendo is doing new systems, best to see if they fix the Joy Con analog sticks with the revamp rather than hope he gets a pair that doesn't fuck out quickly.
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only if you like 1st party games
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Krazy_Kirby posted...

only if you like 1st party games

I have a PS4 for the none first party games so that's fine.
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Not worth it in my opinion.

If you have previous systems (Wii/Wii U or even older), you'll get most of the same games just a gen back.

Zelda can be played on the Wii U, and honestly wasn't a big fan of this latest one.

The new mario (3d version) is short, you can finish it in a weekend. I got the Switch, finished mario over the weekend (and some post game stuff), then returned the system and sold the game (for $5 less then I paid for it).

It's not worth getting the system for.

Most of the other games can be played on another system, or on the PC (like octopath traveler).

There just isn't enough to really make buying the system worth it, although if you have at least 1 friend you play games with regularly that may help.

If you have ANY friends with a system already though, just play the few games you want on their system and skip getting one yourself.
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I never bought a WII U.
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wwinterj25 posted...

I must have these answers.

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In my opinion, Nintendo consoles are worth buying just for the Mario games alone.
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wolfy42 posted...

Most of the other games can be played on another system, or on the PC (like octopath traveler).

WTF are you talking about? Yes, Octopath recently was announced for PC. But there's still TONS of 1st party games on Switch, that can only be played on Switch (or Wii U, but TC indicated he doesn't have that console).

Nintendo consoles have more quality exclusive games than either Sony or (lulz) MS. If you want a more powerful system or a console w/ tons of 3rd party games, I can see not recommending Switch. But saying one can find most of its games on other consoles/PC is just a fucking baffling and incorrect argument...

also, the joycon drift is pretty bad. Ive had my console since February and Ive experienced drift randomly the last couple of months.

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streamofthesky posted...

wolfy42 posted...

Most of the other games can be played on another system, or on the PC (like octopath traveler).

WTF are you talking about? Yes, Octopath recently was announced for PC. But there's still TONS of 1st party games on Switch, that can only be played on Switch (or Wii U, but TC indicated he doesn't have that console).

Nintendo consoles have more quality exclusive games than either Sony or (lulz) MS. If you want a more powerful system or a console w/ tons of 3rd party games, I can see not recommending Switch. But saying one can find most of its games on other consoles/PC is just a fucking baffling and incorrect argument...

Lol there is no comparison between how many games you can play on the ps4, or the PC then how many you can play on the switch. It's not even in the same universe of numbers.

You may have enough games that you like for the switch, but as I said, you can play most of them, or games very similar, on previous systems (Wii or Wii U, which you can get for MUCH cheaper, even if you don't already have one).

There are a few games only available for the switch, but......to me, not nearly enough to make it worth getting the system, especially if you have not played the Wii U/Wii versions of said games.

Used Wii U systems are going for freaking $50, and play all the Wii and Wii U games, WAY more then are available on the switch, and I'd argue many games that are better then those on the switch. The Wii and Wii U games are also much cheaper to get.

I'd skip the Switch all together and if the OP doesn't have a WII or WII U, get a Wii U and tons of great games (the list is too long to bother with), for less then just getting the Switch system itself.
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wolfy42 posted...

sed Wii U systems are going for freaking $50, and play all the Wii and Wii U games, WAY more then are available on the switch, and I'd argue many games that are better then those on the switch. The Wii and Wii U games are also much cheaper to get.

What about digital games like classic or indie games? How is that selection on Wii U and for how long will that online store be available?
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Metalsonic66 posted...

wolfy42 posted...

sed Wii U systems are going for freaking $50, and play all the Wii and Wii U games, WAY more then are available on the switch, and I'd argue many games that are better then those on the switch. The Wii and Wii U games are also much cheaper to get.

What about digital games like classic or indie games? How is that selection on Wii U and for how long will that online store be available?

Actually just about all the digital games pre Wii at this point are free online. No downloads or anything, just in flash format. So yeah, don't really need to buy them.

I do think I heard that the digital formats for the Wii U are about to stop being sold.

Still, I wouldn't buy a 300$+ system just so I could buy digital versions of games for systems earlier then the Wii anyway.

Honestly the Wii U wasn't worth buying either (At all), but at least it was backwards compatible with all the Wii games (which was worth buying). Since it's almost the same price to buy a Wii U as a Wii at this point, you might as well get the Wii U and toss in the few good games on that system as well.

As far as the switch, the real reason to get it is if you want to play any of the main games on the go, it's not a great home system at all in my opinion, but it lets you play things like Skyrim while out and about.

Thing is, the screen is small enough, for so much info, that I found playing say Mario on it almost impossible (my eyesight is bad though). That took away the one real selling point of the system for me.

Doesn't have many RPGs, not as many good platform mario games as the Wii/Wii U, and most of the other genre of games was also released for the Wii/Wii U as well, they may just not be quite as good graphics etc.

Not saying it's totally not worth buying the switch, I'm just saying for me, it certainly isn't, and unless there are at least 5+ games that you REALLY want to play on it, that you can't play on another system AND you have actually played those types of games already for the Wii/U......then I don't think it's worth the current price.

It may drop in price more once the new ones are released. You can get a used Switch for about $200 or so, which isn't horrid. The better games though are all still pretty expensive though, so if you factor that in, it's gonna be 300-400 easy after getting enough games to make paying the initial amount worth it at all.
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streamofthesky posted...

Nintendo consoles have more quality exclusive games than either Sony or (lulz) MS. If you want a more powerful system or a console w/ tons of 3rd party games, I can see not recommending Switch. But saying one can find most of its games on other consoles/PC is just a fucking baffling and incorrect argument...

Actually he's right. I mean I own a PS4 for the exclusives and third party games as that is the best choice overall for me. I would be buying a Switch just for the exclusives mostly.

wolfy42 posted...

get a Wii U

Why? I own a WII. Also by your own admission most WII U games are on the Switch. Buying a Switch means I play current and last gen Nintendo games more or less.

wolfy42 posted...

As far as the switch, the real reason to get it is if you want to play any of the main games on the go, it's not a great home system at all in my opinion, but it lets you play things like Skyrim while out and about.

... but having the choice of playing on the TV or not seems appealing.
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There's about 40-50 Switch only games out. Or that will be out soon, I think. But if you add Wii U game, the number goes up. Since Nintendo doesn't do sales much, the games will probably be about the same price if he gets them new. They may be cheaper used, as would the Wii U be. But why waste money buying a Wii U simply because it's cheaper? He would only be able to play Wii U games. Buying a Switch makes more sense. Not only could he play the Switch only games, but also the games ported over from Wii U. That makes more sense, yeah?

Though, in the end, it depends on what he wants to play. There are enough Switch only games that are pretty fun. And while you can play some of the games on other systems, he may not have the other system. Or want to play on it. Like people always tell me to get games on PC. But I got like 3 games on my switch that I could also get on PC. And it much easier to play on the switch, not to mention it's portable. And I don't have to be stuck to an outlet, or have to carry a laptop around. And if he has a PC, but not a laptop, it's even less portable. I personally think the switch is worth it. But it depends on what he wants.

Also, having the option between playing on a console or on the go is another great benefit of the system...
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I would never suggest getting a Wii U if you already have a Wii, unless you trade it in for like a 10$ difference or something.

You might be able to for instance sell your Wii with a bunch of Wii games you don't like, for $30, then get a used Wii U for $50, which would let you play the few decent/good Wii U games as well.

For me, the Switch wasn't really an option on the go. My eyesight sucks and the screen tried to fit too much info in too small of a space for me. I had to play it on a big screen. That is a big reason why I didn't like it.

Also, again for me, there just have not been any games that really stood out. Mario Odyssey was the reason I bought the system, and I finished it in a weekend. I enjoyed both of the mario galaxy games more personally.

If there are quite a few games you really want to play, then go for it. It's still not worth it to me though for sure. I doubt it will be by the end of it's lifetime honestly, and it will be the first nintendo system I will not have bought (and kept) if that is the case (I did buy it, but returned it after the weekend since I finished Odyssey already)

I have zelda for my WII U (and never finished it), I have not played (But own) both of the first 2 Xeno games, I don't like mario cart or Smash, and generally like platform/action adventure/rpg games...of which there are really no stand outs for the Switch currently.

I also play my games solo, so it is a better system if you play with friends regularly for sure.

For me though, the PS4 and PC cover all my bases (and then some, I have a huge list of unplayed games). The switch really doesn't tempt me at all.
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Yeah. Its probably not for you, then. Though, I think it would probably work out better for Winter. Cant say for sure, but I dont think he eyesight is that bad. While I will agree Mario Odyssey isnt the longest game, it depends on how much time you have and what you do. There are a ton of moons to find. And you could speed through the game, or find a lot before leaving for the first time. And just walking around the worlds can be pretty fun.

As for the other games, its true they may not appeal to you. Again, I cant say for sure, but I think Winter has a few games in mind. So, it depends on the person. Also, for the Wii, I probably wouldnt trade it in for the Wii U until after youve bought the Wii U. Thats because you can transfer all your Wii data from the Wii to the Wii U. But thats a whole different thing...
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For me yes, metroid prime 4 is being developed and that in itself is enough for me. Zelda breath of the wild also is my favorite zelda of all time, prior to that it was link to the past. The system has been more than worth it and I have had the drift issue.

Shrug, yeah, like I said if there are at least 4-5 games you want to play it's probably worth it, but there are not for me. Odyssey was fun, but I did all the pre-end game moons, I just didn't play all the (and there is alot it looked like) post game stuff.

If I got a switch i'd rebuy odysses probably even though it's short, because honestly there is like maybe one other game on the switch i'd want to play.

Zelda I already have on the Wii U and can't get into it. Xeno again, have the first two, havn't played. Octo I'd get on pc now if I bothered etc.

So yeah, duh, if you have a bunch of games you want to play, get the system. I just figured someone who was asking about if it's worth it, didn't have any games in mind that they really wanted to play (otherwise the answer is pretty simple).

IF your thinking of getting the system and no games call out to you, I'd hold off at least till the new versions are released and possibly skip the system all together.

Especially if you already have a Wii or Wii U (or both like me). There are so many games on the Wii, and it has a simiilar setup to some degree as the Switch (as far as the joycons), so you can play similar games etc. Much wider library with quite a few decent games (for the Wii at least).

I'm also looking at it from a perspective of just having a glut of games, waaay too many, so unless there is something GREAT, it doesn't make sense to pay for a system right now for a few more games.

In an age where you can get so many free PC games at this point, or pay almost nothing for it, it's hard to recommend spending 400+ (at least) to get a system and a few good games.

You can get a used PC for $100 at this point that will play most new pc games, and gamepass from microsoft for $1 (For 3 months) of a ton of great games. Meanwhile sign up for epic and you also will get a ton of free games from that. Pay attention to humble bundle to get more, and then occasionally watch steam for possible good deals really cheap games.

That is the most bang for your buck game wise. After that I'd go with Ps4 as there are a decent number of exclusives AND you have access to all the multiplatform games as well, possibly eventually pick up a cheap (you can get the full setup for $100 used) PSVR system so you can also get beat saber etc, and your set for games, and going used you can get ALL of that for less then the switch system itself (new), or the switch and some games used.
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Idk. Free PC usually dont really do it for me. Though, I do know many people who like certain ones... Some are ok. But the ones I end up liking are usually the ones I have to buy... Also, I dont know what world youre living, but I would love to find a good PC for $100. I have not seen that anywhere here. Some old crappy ones are that price, but not decent ones. Not here, at least. Though, a PC wouldnt really cut it for me, anyway. A laptop works. Inch better for my lifestyle.

And not every system can be for everybody. Personally, I love the Switch, and already have both a Wii and Wii U. There were enough games that have justified buying it for me. It might not be the same for everybody, but that depends on what games you want... Or like... Or stuff like that...
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Gotta use offer up/craigslist/facebook market place, you can actually get gaming LAPTOPS for about $200 in fact at this point. It's pretty crazy.

My laptop cost $1k initially, selling used now for $400 and it's still future proof as far as games (400 used that is).

As far as $100 systems, gotta go with the desk tops for that, but yeah, you can get em at that price, will only have like a 2 gig graphics card in it mind you, and that isn't with a monitor (you just use your tv), but you can get em for $100 most places through craigs/facebook marketplace etc.

Reason why is pretty simple, when used systems like mine are going for $400 (laptop with 4gig gpu, 16 gig ram, 250 SSD 1 Tera HD etc......it's hard to sell a desktop that has only a 2 gig gpu/ 8 gig ram etc. That being said, they can still play just about every game out there (maybe not some of the newest on high specs, and you wouldn't wanna do FPS games with it probably).

Heck sometimes they are given away for free at this point (what I did with both of mine after taking out the HDs, since I hadn't used em for 3+ years and didn't wanna move with them.

As far as free games, I mean epics free games are pretty decent, slime rancher, enter the gungeon, subnautica, Rime, moonlighter etc have all been given away free..and thats just a few of them. Meanwhile xbox gamepass gives a huge selection of great games for $1, for 3 months etc.

So yeah, not talking about flash games etc, the free games are actually good expensive games, many of which are fun and worth playing.

The switch is certainly worth it if you do alot of multi-player games or have parties at your house etc. It's also probably worth it if you actually use it as a portable system. I just don't think the game selection is worth it unless you have a specific reason for getting the system, or specific game/s your looking to play.
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