Switch – Top 5 Pros & Cons

And the top con is… JOY!


With a handful of weeks under our belt, we’re growing accustomed to playing the new Nintendo Switch! Nintendo made some bold promises with their first console/portable hybrid machine, but they’ve also managed to deliver in many ways! There are some concerns shared among players, and these are things that hopefully Nintendo can continue to address. For anyone deciding whether or not to purchase Switch, this is a great video for you to watch in order to get a feel on what’s positive about the system and what’s on the negative side of the experience. For those that already own the new system, see if you agree with our takeaways!

“Escape the Premises” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Can Switch Outsell Wii?!

Sure Kimishima! Whatever you say…


The new President of Nintendo has made some bold claims. Mr Kimishima believes that lightning has struck twice, and that Nintendo Switch can outsell even the Wii. Those are some big boots to fill! Simeon and Scott are here to discuss the implications of his statement, and determine whether or not those kind of sales figures are a possibility in today’s gaming climate.

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“Escape the Premises” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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How Nintendo Handles DLC

Season pass used to be a bad word – now Nintendo’s saying it all the time!


Breath of the Wild may be receiving perfect scores from around the industry, but its recent DLC expansion pass announcement was not met with as much enthusiasm. Simeon and Scott take a look at Nintendo’s downloadable content track record today before discussing the promise of added content for Link’s newest adventure. How are you feeling about the opportunity to pay to play more of Hyrule’s open world? Sound off in the comments below!

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“Escape the Premises” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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How To Beat the Nintendo Scalpers

If you can’t beat ’em… beat ’em!


If you were lucky enough to get your hands on a Switch launch unit – congratulations! If you weren’t, there’s a good chance you’re doing battle with the infamous scalpers that prey upon Nintendo hardware launches. Never fear; we’ve been-there-done-that and we’ve got some great tips for you!

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“Escape the Premises” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Where Will YOU Play Switch?

The toilet. Just say it. You’re gonna play this thing on the pot.


Our gaming lives are about to change! Having a console that can be played at home, taken on the go, and placed right back in the dock without interruption introduces whole new possibilities for us. When in YOUR life are you going to have gaming that you didn’t have before? Is the Switch about to make your otherwise long days more enjoyable? Simeon and Scott are here with a few practical examples as we endure what’s left of the wait until launch!

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“Escape the Premises” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Nintendo Switch Launch Survival Guide

This is our very first collab video with Nintendo Force – kicking off a long tradition of guest appearances on their channel!


March 3rd looms ahead! The excitement is real, but don’t let your guard down. It’s important to go into launch day (or launch midnight release, rather) with a plan! Even if you already have a preorder, there are certian precautionary steps that you can take to ensure you have the best console-buying experience possible. Don’t blow it! This opportunity only comes once or twice a decade. Simeon and Scott are here to speak from experience and give you the best tips on waiting in line, getting the accessories you need, and maximizing your schedule around the new Nintendo Switch release.

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“Escape the Premises” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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