Just got a Switch after decades of PlayStation loyalty.

myfavouritename, 10 months ago

I totally get that the joycons are really different than what you’re used to. I’d like to urge you to give them a decent shot though. There is something indescribably comfortable about lounging on your couch with your arms in any position you want while playing games. It just feels luxurious. Sometimes I’m leaning back with one arm behind my head, sometimes I’ve got one hand on my lap and my other resting on my dog nearby. It just feels good.

doomgazer, 10 months ago

You just changed my entire perspective on the joy-cons.

Squirrel, 10 months ago

Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle is a surprisingly good turn-based tactics game. I haven’t played its sequel yet, but I had a lot of fun with the original.

hook, 10 months ago

@Squirrel, there is a demo, if you're interested.

@doomgazer

mekkagodzilla, 10 months ago

• Pikmin 3 Deluxe
• Pikmin 4
• Super Smash Bros Ultimate
• Monster Hunter Rise
• Splatoon 3

soapysloth73, 10 months ago

8bitdo sells an adapter that lets you use Playstation controllers on the switch and that’s now my preferred way to play. It even supports gyro.

regular_human, 10 months ago

👀 oh wow i need dis

nave, 10 months ago

Fire Emblem Three Houses is a really good turn based rpg. I would also recommend Pokémon Legends Arceus. I know it gets a lot of criticism for its graphics but it’s honestly the most enjoyable Pokémon game to me.

CaptainFortissimo, 10 months ago

While not Switch exclusives, I’ve found a lot of joy (and spent many hours) playing Slay the Spire and Hades. I just find the Switch is the perfect avenue for those games.

SobelOperator, 10 months ago

Overcooked would be a good game to play with your wife.

Celeste is a good platformer. Shovel knight too.

ironic_elk, 10 months ago

You're a psychopath for suggesting overcooked. That will bring out the worst in people. I played with my wife and I heard words and insults come out of her mouth that I've never heard before in my 20 years of knowing her.

I've heard similar stories from couples as well. That's a game you play when you have a steady solid foundation of a relationship and you feel like breaking it a little bit.

4.8/5 tho. Fun game.

Mantis_Toboggan, 10 months ago

If you’re into the Zelda lore, and like hack and slash. I’d recommend both Hyrule Warriors.

Definitive Edition you’ll play with a lot of familiar characters, I absolutely love tearing through enemies using the Skull Kid or Young Link who transforms into the Fierce Diety and just obliterates everything in his Path.

Age of Calamity is in the era of BOTW and it’s a bit more polished and if you liked the characters in that game, you’ll love to play as them. Just parrying guardian lasers with Oborousa, Riju and Link is fun but challenging. And I absolutely love brining down a Lynel with Hetsu.

I’d also recommend Super Mario 3D World (includes Bowser’s Fury). Lots of fun, but shorter levels and Bowser’s Fury is kind of it’s own open world.

My only regret with the Switch was not getting it earlier in the console’s cycle. I’ve put so many hours into BOTW, TOKTK, both Hyrule Warriors, Mario Odyssey and Smash Bros.

HeyJoe, 10 months ago

I agree, the only console I haven’t followed is Xbox. Last one I had was the original. I follow PC, Nintendo, and Sony since it covers everything. Xbox doesn’t really have originals so it was pretty easy to ditch, especially now with gamepass I can just play most of their games on PC anyway. Now if only I had enough time to keep up with all the content these days!

Ilflish, 10 months ago

I think you’ve got the obvious stuff on lock. You’ve been off Nintendo for so long I have to ignore my impulse to try some older games . You’ve missed the entirety of Pikmin, Animal Crossing, Splatoon, Fire Emblem (in the west) and warioware so all are worth trying. If you liked Devil May Cry on Playstation, its definitely worth trying Bayonetta also.

ytsedude, 10 months ago

Stardew Valley! My wife (who is normally not a gamer) and I have put 100+ hours into our splitscreen co-op game. It’s very, very fun. :-)

Honestly, though, your list represents hundreds of hours of gaming. So unless you put in some major hours on the reg, I would just focus on what you have instead of what you want to add.

doomgazer, 10 months ago

I’ve heard a lot of good things about Stardew Valley, and your not the first to recommend it in this thread. I’ll definitely add that to my list!

curse4444, 10 months ago

Why be loyal to any console manufacturer? Simply put, you should invest a console that has the games you want to play. Else the console will collect dust.

Fester, 10 months ago

No matter where your loyalty is, Nintendo consoles compliment it with their IP - especially Switch for its mobility. I mainly play on PC, but I always get Nintendo’s consoles because I love their originals. They’re ideal for playing accessible multiplayer games when friends come over. I never feel like it’s a choice between one or the other.

I’d add these:

• Mario Kart 8 (this is a must) • Mario Party Superstars (a must for 4 players IRL) • Super Smash Bros Ultimate • TOTK (after BOTW, when you’re ready for more) • Splatoon 3 (amazing shooter if you like online MP)

If you’re looking for the Pro Controller feeling in handheld mode, check out the Hori Split Pad Pro. It doesn’t have motion, which sucks, but it feels great for games that don’t need it. You could also find a grip case and caps that cover the sticks to make the joycons feel bigger.

troyunrau, 10 months ago

My hitlist:

Zelda, Zelda, and Zelda ;)

Fire Emblem: Three Houses

Mariokart

Chained Echoes

CosmicSploogeDrizzle, 10 months ago

Look into the hori splitpad for a pro controller set up for handheld mode. There are even travel cases to accommodate it