Remakes, remasters, and rejuvenated ports of classic video games both relatively new and decades-old are all the rage these days, and, with the popularity of the Nintendo Switch propelling the prolific Japanese publisher to heights not seen since the Wii craze, we’re starting to wonder why re-releases aren’t even more commonplace on the system.

The Switch is woefully underpowered when compared to the forthcoming ninth-generation consoles, but that doesn’t mean it can’t handle spruced-up versions of some of our favorite PC games. It may seem a bit far-fetched, but, with a little ingenuity, there’s no reason these beloved PC titles can’t come to the Switch.

Fallout 3

Though technically not a PC exclusive, there’s no denying that Bethesda’s seminal seventh-generation RPG Fallout 3 is best experienced with a mouse and keyboard and mod support enabled. It may succumb to some of that signature Bethesda jank, but, aside from the legendary Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, it’s often considered to be the publisher’s best effort.

Though the controls would take some getting used to, there’s no reason for the third Fallout title to not be on the Nintendo Switch. The aforementioned Skyrim has already received a port to the console, and we’d like nothing more than for Fallout to get the same treatment. Perhaps a two-in-one Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas bundle?

Command & Conquer Remastered Collection

Though publisher Electronic Arts drew the ire of hardcore fans by introducing the series to mobile platforms in the form of 2018’s Rivals, Command & Conquer Remastered Collection, which debuted in June of 2020, helped to remind fans of just how fantastic the series can be when handled correctly.

A robust collection of the first two entries in the series, Tiberian Dawn and Red Alert, complete with all of the expansion packs and re-drawn sprites prime for play in 4K, it’s the ultimate way to experience the series origins. While the Switch isn’t capable of 4K output, planning your next in-game move from the comfort of your own bed via the Switch’s portable mode is the kind of thing of which nerdy dreams are made.

Resident Evil 2

We know we’re stretching the definition of “PC game” with this entry, but the fact is that both the original and reimagined versions of Resident Evil 2 were available on personal computers, and neither of them are available on the Switch.

We understand that 2019’s RE 2 remake likely wouldn’t run on the console without some heavy manipulation, but, if The Witcher 3 could be made to operate on the system, we believe Capcom could feasibly make a Switch translation happen. Beyond that, we’d be happy to see the original version of Resident Evil 2 appear on the Switch eShop.

Mass Effect Trilogy Remaster

Though it technically has yet to be officially announced, recent rumors suggest that a remaster of all three Mass Effect games could be releasing at some point in the near future. As awesome as that sounds, rumors also suggest that the trilogy won’t be seeing a release on the Nintendo Switch, which is heartbreaking.

Microsoft seems fairly eager to parlay with Nintendo and doesn’t seem quite as interested in exclusivity as it once was. The Switch is more than capable of playing seventh-generation titles, and we would love nothing more than to see Shephard make their debut on a Nintendo console—not counting the Wii U port of the third game, of course.

Outer Wilds

No, we’re not talking about The Outer Worlds, Obsidian Entertainment’s acclaimed Fallout-like title—which actually did receive a Switch release—rather, we’re talking about the Mobius Digital’s Outer Wilds, which is a charming spacefaring puzzle game which marries the atmosphere of space sims like No Man’s Sky to the riddles and puzzles typical of a Legend of Zelda game.

Though not everyone’s cup of tea and only charitably considered a PC title—it’s also available on all modern consoles, after all—the fact that Outer Wilds isn’t available on Switch yet is a real head-scratcher. The Switch needs more in-depth puzzle experiences like this one.

Deus Ex: Human Revolution

Another early 2010s RPG best experienced on PC, Deus Ex: Human Revolution is considered by some fans to be the best entry in the series, and, given that it’s held in such high esteem, it’s a wonder why Eidos and Square Enix haven’t made an effort to bring the game to modern systems. They made a fully-fledged 3D mobile game out of the property, for crying out loud, they could certainly bring Deus Ex to the Switch.

The franchise seems to be on hiatus at the moment, and, as fans pine for any news regarding a new entry, it would be nice to experience Human Revolution once again, but, this time, on the go.

Roller Coaster Tycoon

Though Will Wright’s The Sims is often credited with propelling simulation games into the mainstream, we’d argue that Roller Coaster Tycoon should get an equal amount of credit. Though it’s technically a management sim and not a life sim, it was just as addicting as the aforementioned title and has managed to spawn nearly as many sequels and successors.

While it is true that the third Roller Coaster Tycoon game has recently made its way to the Switch, we’re still holding out for the 1999 original to come to the platform. There’s an excellent conversion of the title available for mobile devices, and we’d love to see that migrate over to Nintendo’s hardware.

Halo: The Master Chief Collection

A few years ago, the concept of a Halo game releasing for PC may have seemed absurd. However, fast forward to the accursed year of 2020, and things are very different. Microsoft seems eager to bring its brand to every piece of hardware that can handle it, and, thanks to the Master Chief Collection, almost every Halo game is now playable on personal computers.

That said, we imagine a Switch variant would come with some major concessions. Yet, we can’t deny the potential thrill of playing a Halo title portably on a Nintendo console. As ridiculous as it sounds, it’s not quite inconceivable.

The Sims 3

Aside from some utterly horrid translations developed for the Nintendo GameBoy Advance and DS, we have yet to see EA’s Sims franchise branch out into mobile territory. It seems like an ideal game to take on the go, but, for one reason or another, that has yet to happen.

Though some may prefer the second or fourth titles in the Sims series, we would argue that The Sims 3 is a perfect marriage of modern graphics and design philosophies and gameplay varieties and options. It may be tough to convert the point-and-click controls over to the Switch, but that shouldn’t be an insurmountable hurdle.

System Shock

The spiritual predecessor to the Bioshock series, System Shock and its sequel were two of the most important CRPGs of the 1990s. With a heavy horror atmosphere and a memorable cyberpunk aesthetic, these games are still worth playing today despite their incredibly dated graphics and control schemes.

What’s more, with a remake of the original in the works, it would be nice to see the System Shock franchise finally make its way to Nintendo hardware. Crazy as that sounds, it could cater to a relatively unattended niche on the platform, and we’re all for more well-made indie games on Nintendo’s portable console.

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