The recent reveal of theAnimal Crossing: New HorizonsSwitch edition has fans falling in love with the console all over again. This beloved Nintendo franchise has a large following, and the reactions to this Switch design only prove that. Of course, this is not the only special edition Switch fans of the console have received.
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In the past, Nintendo has released designs forDiablo 3,Pokemon Let’s Go,Breath of the Wild,Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and more. Each of these designed Switches has its own special flair. So, here are ten Switch designs fans are craving.
10Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team DX
The newPokemon Mystery Dungeongame will release on March 6, which is less than a month away. Pokemon has always been a big franchise on the Nintendo platform.Pokemon Let’s Go,andPokemon Sword and Shieldhad their own special edition Switch consoles. TheSword and Shieldwas a Switch Lite, but it was impressive, nonetheless.
Switch, and Pokemon fans would most likely get a gorgeous Switch design with this game.Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team DXhas a very colorful world made from what looks to be watercolor. Watercolor is a unique form of painting and would make for a gorgeous looking Switch.
9Fire Emblem: Three Houses
Fire Emblem: Three Housesreleased back in July of 2019. Since then, the game has received several pieces of downloadable content and has shaken the tides ofSuper Smash Bros. Ultimate. This series is similar to the Pokemon franchise in that it has always been a beloved Nintendo fan favorite.
AFire Emblem: Three HousesSwitch edition could be plastered with the colorful characters from the game. Each house could also be represented on the backplate of the dock. Regardless of the design, this Switch design would send many into a panic.
8Tetris
Tetrisis one of the most well-known video games of all time. Non-gamers have most likely heard of Tetris or have played the game before.Tetrishas had several different iterations since the first game in 1984. Nintendo has an exclusive version of the game known asTetris 99,so a Tetris Switch would look spectacular. Plus,Tetris 99received agreat reception.
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Tetris' unique style and look would give the Switch a must-have design. The Joy-Cons could be a wall of tetromino pieces. The dock can also feature a similar design or simply feature the colorful title text.Tetrisis a colorful game and should be represented as so in any kind of console design.
7Minecraft
Similar toTetris,Minecraftis another game with a massive following. Ever since its launch in 2009, the game has only surged in popularity. Microsoft and Nintendo have allowed cross-play betweenMinecraftplayers, which has only opened the door tonew creationsand communities.
Xbox has seenMinecraftdesigns such as creeper and pig controller. Minecraft’s art design makes it an easily identifiable game. Nintendo’s Joy-Cons would look exceptional withMinecraft-themed colors and blocks. Nintendo and Microsft already have a healthy relationship, so this would only set that relationship in stone.
6Cuphead
Cupheadfirst arrived to Xbox One before eventually making its way to the Switch.Cupheadis one of many Microsoft first-party titles to make it to the portable console. If Nintendo doesn’t release aMinecraftSwitch, thenCupheadwould be a fun alternative.Cupheadis stylistic in gameplay, characters, color, and more.
TheCuphead and Mugman characterscould be represented on both Joy-Cons. Nintendo could keep the standard red and blue scheme but add their faces to each Joy-Con. This Switch design only makes sense consideringCupheadis almost always in the top-selling section of the Nintendo e-shop.
5Playdead
Playdead was established in 2006 and has only developed two games:LimboandInside. Both of these games were met with critical acclaim and continue to be benchmarks in the puzzle platforming genre. Both of their spectacular games are on the Nintendo Switch and play exceptionally well.
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Nintendo has done a great job of allowing indie developers to publish their games on the platform. A Playdead Switch would make for excellent design. The Joy-Cons could feature both game’s color schemes or art styles in a really unique way. This Switch design would really showcase the indie presence on the Switch.
4Marvel
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3released exclusively on the Nintendo Switch. Even though it was met with okay reception, a Switch design around this series or the brand, in general, would be very impressive. The Marvel brand has been very profitable in recent years, and Nintendo can piggyback off that success.
Disney and Nintendo already have a relationship when it comes to Switch designs. Both companies teamed up to create the Disney-themed Switch in Japan. The Switch featured purple and pink Joy-Cons with simple Disney characters printed on the Switch dock. A Switch with various Marvel characters would make for a one-of-a-kind console.
3Assassin’s Creed
Ubisoft has released a handful ofAssassin’s Creedtitles on the Switch platform. These games run really well on the portable console, and an outfit from the series even appears inSuper Smash Bros. Ultimate.If the nextAssassin’s Creedgame releases on the Switch day one, then a special edition console would make for a pleasant surprise.
The color of the Joy-Cons could vary greatly, but many fans of the series may recommend the Ezio colors: red and white. Furthermore, the console itself could easily feature the creed logo or characters from the entire franchise.
2Overwatch
Overwatchhas finally made it to the Switch, but the game will be getting asequel in the near future. That said.Overwatch 2should consider working with Nintendo to create anOverwatch-themedconsole. The Joy-Cons could easily feature the silver and yellow logo.
In addition, the characters could appear on the dock similar to the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Switch. The logo could also appear on the back panel, so it isn’t left out of the cool design.Overwatchis a colorful and characterized title, which makes for a great Switch design.
1Doom Eternal
Doom EternalandAnimal Crossing: New Horizonsrelease on the same day. These two games will battle it out among gamers, and we will have to wait and see which one wins.Animal Crossinghas been privileged with a custom Switch design, butDoom Eternalis left without one.
So, Bethesda and Nintendo should work together in order to create one Hell of a good looking console. The firstDoomruns really well on the console, andDoom Eternalis expected to do the same. So, Nintendo and Bethesda need to start designing a killer Switch for all those demon slayers out there.
