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Here to say this.

Generally speaking these Logitech ones were to gold standard back in the day.

Also worth noting is that they made these for the OG Xbox too (should that be of any interest to you).

No

I've always wanted to play splatoon

https://retrofighters.com/

These guys make modern controllers for retro consoles

2 words, Splatoon 3

Logitech made some of the best back in the day or if you want brand new https://retrofighters.com/our-collection/defender-wireless-playstation-1-playstation-2-playstation-3-playstation-classic-nintendo-switch-pc-video-game-controller

Depends, if u already have a ps4/5 or Xbox SX/S you can get better graphics and smoother playing. BUT, the switch has bangers like BotW and Odyssey and smash bros and Mario kart and splatoon and I think you get the point.

It never was.

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BlueRetro. Then you can use pretty much any modern controller

I use mine with PS4 controller

If you enjoy handheld I'd sat yes

PS5

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Don't get the S. You'll end up upgrading to the Series X in no time. I would recommend Series X. Mine gets used a lot. I mean like a lot lot. 😂

So its gamepass vs PS5 exclusives really (maybe also consider the price differnce between installing a generic fast SSD to the PS5 vs the proprietary more expensive Xbox ones. That is if you plan to extend your storage size) Also do you have any old peripherals or games attached to either platform you would want to continue using?. Do you like owning things physically or even like saving money at all since physical games tend to be cheaper/have better sales/can be bought and sold on the pre owned market? Should also note the PS5 comes with that big set of PS4 games in that PSplus collection thing too. I personally also like gyro aiming that playstation has (but basically never uses for some reason?). For Gamepass you could also consider getting a PC/steam since all Xbox games are available on PC also.

Despite the budget hardware, it has a premium price point, with no price drops in sight for itself or the expensive games. Nintendo games are very good though, especially for local multiplayer or families. Honestly I got better value for money with the Wii U. I'd say if you are really excited about Nintendo exclusives or have friends to play Smash/Mario kart with the value proposition is solid. (Clearly as it sells very well). As much as I like the steam deck, its pretty chonky, and pricey enough that I'd be afraid to drop it while travelling, compared to say, a switch lite. (Still absolutely worth it for the wide game support). Imo, a huge appeal of PC/xbox/steamdeck for me is the ability to use old controllers and peripherals which saves tonnes of money. Like standard USB C video output for the steam deck, using old PS4/xbox 360 controllers for PC etc. It doesn't help that Nintendo never invested in keeping games from your account playable on later consoles like all its competitors have. I suspect that will have to change with the next console.

Yeah if you don’t have any current games Game pass is just gonna be awesome for you. I have both and play my xbox way more. I have the Sony version of gamepass and it’s just not as good. However if you’re into Last of Us or God of War the answer is pretty easy. Don’t let the console warriors get they are both awesome and if you haven’t played in a while you’re gonna be shocked how fast the boot times are and how quick things load!

Because it is handheld and all of it's resources are focused on gaming.

Then what's the point. Just buy a gaming laptop.

Yeah, the steam deck is much much much worse than that.

No. Joycons are awful and the actual switch itself constantly crashes and freezes up

Of course it’s not as if Nintendo have released any other original console since so yes

Gamepass is amazing if you’re into that. Definitely a huge reason to go Xbox, but it’s way more important to choose based on what your friends have and what games you want to play.