Nintendo Switch’s Exclusive Lineup
The Nintendo Switch’s lineup is looking pretty light, which is to be expected of a brand new console. Unlike the other piece of hardware releasing later this year, this isn’t just some beefed up version of a platform that already exists — it’s something brand new and doesn’t have an established library to fall back on. However, although things were pretty light, that doesn’t mean there’s no reason to be excited for a Nintendo Switch.
For starters, it was revealed that The Legend of Zelda would be a launch title, releasing on Mar. 3 (which is just around the corner). That’s a big deal; Nintendo properties tend to be huge system sellers, and even Sony and Microsoft acknowledge how powerful their stable of games is. The approach, as of right now, is a bit odd. There isn’t a whole lot appealing in launch week, and that may end up being an issue. However, the rest of the year is looking strong.
Titles releasing this year include Xenoblade 2, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Splatoon 2, and Super Bomberman R. There’s also the impressive looking Super Mario Odyssey during Fall of this year, which will no doubt be part of the holiday push for the Nintendo Switch. Unfortunately, there isn’t much else that is confirmed for 2017, with many titles sitting under the highly mysterious TBD (to be determined) umbrella.
Still, what is confirmed does look good. Having five solid exclusives within the launch year is a feat itself. Many may not recall, but it took the PS4 and Xbox One a while to get into their grooves. The Switch, being a new console, will need some time as well, but it’s not looking too shabby exclusive-wise.
