Reading through the first few pages and the reactions years later of this was really entertaining. They couldn't have been more wrong lol. I still remember that presentation (9 years ago now - bloody hell!) and was thoroughly impressed by it. It was cringe at times but funny and enjoyable too. Handhelds always appealed to me and so I followed this very closely. I remember going all the way to Birmingham from Bristol just for an event to try the system and the games and fell in love there and then, even managing 2nd in a LAN Mario Kart tournament!
The Switch was the only console I ever bought on launch day and despite not being a Zelda fan (growing up on Mario, Donkey Kong and Playstation), I gave Breath of the Wild a chance and glad I did, as it really got me into the series. Having since played older games in the series. With Mario Kart 8 Deluxe available 6 weeks later, it gave plenty of time to try something new to me. The choice of playing on TV or on handheld felt revolutionary to me. Super Mario Odyssey was really anticipated too.
The Switch 2 hasn't appealed in the same way just yet, but will have to see how Indiana Jones performs as it's the only version fully on physical media.
I also remember this gem from the time too. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLEpVrcIY_Y
I think this thread shows how much negativity and drama thrive online, the entertaining part being reminiscent of the console wars.
Xbox Series, PS5 and Switch (+ Many Retro Consoles)
'When the people are being beaten with a stick, they are not much happier if it is called the people's stick'- Mikhail Bakunin
Prediction: Switch 2 will outsell the PS5 by 2030
