Collection of 2,000 Nintendo Switch games

A dedicated collector has caught the attention of the Nintendo Switch community on Reddit by sharing an impressive feat: he has amassed over 2,000 physical games for Nintendo’s hybrid console.

In the post, the user commented: “I’m going after a complete collection of games that have an ESRB rating, I’m about 80 short of that goal. I also have a few games from other regions, but I don’t collect many of them.”

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The challenge of completing a Nintendo Switch collection

This incredible collection of Switch games, which launched 2,690 days ago (as of March 3, 2017), shows a serious commitment to preserving and acquiring titles for the console. To put this into perspective, if a user had started playing games since the Switch launched, they would have had to play nearly a game a day to experience every single title in their collection.

But, as is common among collectors, many of these games have probably never been played, as the focus in collecting is usually on the ownership of the items, not necessarily the gameplay of them all.

When the collector mentioned that he is just 80 games away from achieving a “complete set of ESRB-rated titles”, he is referring to having all the games officially released for the Switch in the North American market, a goal that few dare to pursue due to the vast amount of releases and the diversity of games, which include everything from major productions from famous studios to small limited editions of independent games.

Additionally, the user mentions that he has some titles from other regions, such as Japan and Europe, but that his main focus is on American releases. This means that, in addition to the 2,000 titles already acquired, there is a vast amount of international games that he chose not to collect, which makes his collection even more focused.

How much is a collection of this size worth?

Collecting over 2,000 physical Nintendo Switch games is no small feat. With the average price of a Switch game estimated to be around $60 at launch, the value of this collection could easily exceed $120,000.

But it’s important to note that many games can be purchased for lower prices on sale or second-hand, and some rarer or limited titles can cost significantly more than their launch price, increasing the value of the collection.

The fascination with game collecting

Video game collectors are known for spending time, money, and effort searching for limited editions, rare covers, and titles that often go out of print quickly. While it is common for video game collectors to have a vast library of games, few intend to play them all. For many, the pleasure lies in having a complete or nearly complete collection and preserving a part of video game history.

In the specific case of the Nintendo Switch, this becomes a considerable challenge, mainly due to the popularity of the console and the pace of releases. To date, thousands of titles have been released in physical format, not counting digital editions. Furthermore, with the Switch being Nintendo’s most successful hybrid console, production of new games is expected to continue in the coming years, causing the collection of physical games to continue to grow.

This collector’s journey to complete a full collection of ESRB-rated Switch games is impressive, and his dedication makes his passion for video game collecting clear. With just 80 games left to reach his goal, he’s approaching a feat few can match.

Source: Reddit