The Breakdown

  • Wii U plays every Wii classic natively
  • Switch delivers current Nintendo games
  • Both hold value and last a decade used
  • Wii U eShop dead, physical only now
  • Switch online paywall for some features

Side Effects

infinite backlog, zero monthly fees if you stay offline

Buy Instead

Pair the Switch with a used Wii U for the full classic-to-modern bridge without new hardware tax.