I'm not an extreme gamer but, I do enjoy xbox and first person shooters. I read about the switch when it was first announced and I kinda figured it was just another 3DS. The release of mario made me look a little closer. I watched a kid playing mariokart at a best buy and was blown away by the game play on the big screen. Then I really looked into the system and was very impressed with how Nintendo designed it. All in all it was enough for me to pull the trigger on getting one. Needless to say its the freshest feeling of a game system since the original Xbox was released. Its well thoughtout and complete. The gaming content is incredible. Mario Odessy is in my top 5 best ever games. The whole system is a joy to use and nieces and nephews go crazy over it. If your on the fence, GET IT!