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Discussion on: Buying a game console in 2020

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Thiago Margarida

Although I bought a PS4 Pro, and it's an amazing console, I can't guarantee that is going to be the best option for you. But my process to choose:
1 - Which games do you like / want to play? PS4 doesn't have as much simple platformer games like Donkey Kong, Kirby, Mario. Surprisingly too, there's less censoring on japanese games on Switch than PS4.
2 - How much do you care for online play vs local multiplayer vs solo? PS4 is better for online, Switch is better for local. Both are good for solo.
3 - Do you also want to play without the TV? Switch you can just get it and take it to your bed / work /etc. PS4.... not