PS4 at the moment. More JRPGs and all of the indies that are on Switch + more. More power, comparative price. But you'll be missing out on BotW, so Switch is a close close second recommendation. Switch is gonna get a lot or releases this year too.
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Which system to get? Been out of it since PS2 and Wii
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I would have said Xbox because of game pass and backward compatibility, but your post reads more like a ps4/switch.
Worth keeping in mind that next gen consoles are rumored for 2020.
You can't really go wrong with any choice. Good luck!
Worth keeping in mind that next gen consoles are rumored for 2020.
You can't really go wrong with any choice. Good luck!
PS5 is likely to come before the next Nintendo Console, so if you jump onboard the Switch now, it will last you a bit longer.
Retro
PS4 doesn't do PS1 games, but it does do a handful of PS2 games via digital, does some ps3 games via streaming.
Switch only does Nes games at the moment and only if you Sub to Online Service - approx 30 games, but should have Snes and more in the future if your interested.
Xbox
Xbox OG (small handfull), Xbox 360 (quite a few) downloadable via digital or you can put in your discs - if available on the Compatibility list.
Current Games
I think sometimes the 3rd Party games are a bit better on a ps4 Pro/Xbox One X
But if you like Portable you can play in Handheld mode, or you can play them onscreen on the TV best of both worlds.
I'm not even a Zelda fan but I was impressed with BOTW, I think as a Zelda fan you'd like it.
Retro
PS4 doesn't do PS1 games, but it does do a handful of PS2 games via digital, does some ps3 games via streaming.
Switch only does Nes games at the moment and only if you Sub to Online Service - approx 30 games, but should have Snes and more in the future if your interested.
Xbox
Xbox OG (small handfull), Xbox 360 (quite a few) downloadable via digital or you can put in your discs - if available on the Compatibility list.
Current Games
I think sometimes the 3rd Party games are a bit better on a ps4 Pro/Xbox One X
But if you like Portable you can play in Handheld mode, or you can play them onscreen on the TV best of both worlds.
I'm not even a Zelda fan but I was impressed with BOTW, I think as a Zelda fan you'd like it.
OP
OP
Never been big on graphics, and I think Switch games look just fine. Especially indie stuff and sprite-based games. Was playing Mario Kart Double Dash on GameCube yesterday with some family and thought that looked great, sooo... :)
Don't knock the spectrum, the library is huge. I have two large cardboard boxes full of MCs with games :)
The Switch is a great console if you are a parent. Trust me... I love games, but once I got married and my daughter was born, I didn't have time for games anymore.
Then the Switch was released and I was able to play again. Ideal for a quick play in the bed or on the couch while taking care of the kids.
Then the Switch was released and I was able to play again. Ideal for a quick play in the bed or on the couch while taking care of the kids.
They all offer unique features at this point. PS4 has the best exclusives, Xbox X has a 4k player, backwards compatibility, gamepass, and it's quiet, and Switch has portability and of course Nintendo games. I started with the PS4 and ended up with all 3.
In your scenario I guess I'd go Switch. This way you or your kids can play while someone watches the tv.
In your scenario I guess I'd go Switch. This way you or your kids can play while someone watches the tv.
For dipping your toes back in I would say Switch. See how that goes then pick up another console to compliment.
Just seems the flexibility and alignment with most of your tastes, Switch offers with portability makes sense for someone looking to dip their toes back in.
Just seems the flexibility and alignment with most of your tastes, Switch offers with portability makes sense for someone looking to dip their toes back in.
My biggest complaint about Switch is graphics so if you're cool with that I can't see you being disappointed one. You will like miss some 3rd party games but there is plenty to play on Switch, especially if youre in to Indies.
You guys are talking like the Switch has Wii-like graphics.
First party games on the Switch are very stunning visually (specially because the strong art direction). And almost all games run at 60fps. Nintendo games are more visually appealing than a lot of Sony and Microsoft games.
First party games on the Switch are very stunning visually (specially because the strong art direction). And almost all games run at 60fps. Nintendo games are more visually appealing than a lot of Sony and Microsoft games.
Same interests as you (except I like Smash), and I love the hell out of my Switch, so I'd go for that in your shoes.
I still would get an Xbox One S and Gamepass. It is cheap. It has most of the new stuff the PS4 offers. It can play last gen games you missed out on.
One of the best Metroidvania games since SOTN is Ori and the Blind Forest.
It's not ideal, but it offers much more than people here let on, especially if you missed last gen.
If graphics don't matter so much then you shouldn't skip out on older stuff like Witcher 2, Fable, Fable 2, Morrowind, Oblivion, KOTOR, KOTOR 2, Jade Empire, Lost Odyssey, Blue Dragon, Fallout 3, New Vegas, etc.
One of the best Metroidvania games since SOTN is Ori and the Blind Forest.
It's not ideal, but it offers much more than people here let on, especially if you missed last gen.
If graphics don't matter so much then you shouldn't skip out on older stuff like Witcher 2, Fable, Fable 2, Morrowind, Oblivion, KOTOR, KOTOR 2, Jade Empire, Lost Odyssey, Blue Dragon, Fallout 3, New Vegas, etc.
I'd say get both but if I had to pick one it'd be PS4, the games selection is stunning. Plus sooooo many great games can be had for $20 or less.
Xbox one X is the obvious answer. You missed out on last gen. Xbox is the only way to play it.
Everyone choosing PS4 and Switch aren't seeing the big picture.
Everyone choosing PS4 and Switch aren't seeing the big picture.
PS4 would have the best variety of games for you. Massive library with a lot you can pick up for dirt cheap. Once you've got your fix there you could look at what the Switch offers.
Switch is the obvious choice here.
Era will vote PS4 as usual, but that's really not the best option for you.
- best console hands down for platformers and metroidvanias
- solid JRPG lineup, with several prominent exclusives, more on the way, and ports of other biggies (DQXI, likely P5) in the works
- Breath of the Wild
- Nintendo games
- basically all of the games you like from your list in the OP
Era will vote PS4 as usual, but that's really not the best option for you.
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It sounds like you're a fan of Nintendo games.
If you like Tetris, there's also puyo puyo Tetris on switch which is quite fun. Also has DQXI and a slew of FF games coming (FFXV is super overrated imo), as well as the next fire emblem and Pokemon games this year
That said, you're gonna miss out on AAA games, though if you have a capable PC, Switch + PC is the best possible combination
If you like Tetris, there's also puyo puyo Tetris on switch which is quite fun. Also has DQXI and a slew of FF games coming (FFXV is super overrated imo), as well as the next fire emblem and Pokemon games this year
That said, you're gonna miss out on AAA games, though if you have a capable PC, Switch + PC is the best possible combination
Based on your post OP switch seems like a no brainer. You listed Nintendo and Zelda specifically and switch is getting pretty good 3rd party support too.
You're gonna love being able to play portably too. If a TV you use is taken up you just undock and play anywhere. Then take it with you on plane rides or public transportation.
You're gonna love being able to play portably too. If a TV you use is taken up you just undock and play anywhere. Then take it with you on plane rides or public transportation.