Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Scores 9/10 from GameSpot

Nintendo's upcoming Switch 2 exclusive, Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, just got its first major review score, and it's a big one. GameSpot handed the game a 9/10, and the write-up makes it sound like exactly the kind of feel-good experience we could all use.

The reviewer describes the game as a best-of collection, pulling together the most beloved sports from across the series. It's a package that's easy to pick up and just plain fun, unless you're actively trying to avoid having a good time. The Island Crown mode adds a surprisingly solid and challenging single-player campaign, and some events even support co-op, which is a nice bonus.

Motion controls have always been a bit of a wild card, and while the occasional drift still creeps in, this is apparently the best the series has ever felt. That's high praise coming from someone who remembers the original Wii Sports launch.

The one real complaint? The competitive mode for casual sports lacks AI opponents and doesn't support online play. That's a bummer for anyone hoping to take the competition online. As with every entry in the series, your mileage with solo play will vary.

In the closing thoughts, the reviewer gets personal. They recall the shock of seeing simple real-world motions replicated on screen when Wii Sports first launched, and say Switch Sports Resort brought that same sense of wonder back to them as an adult. But they're quick to note that the joy really hits its peak when you've got friends along for the ride.

Whether you're a 36-year-old who's lost a bit of that spark, a parent, a grandparent, or a kid, the game seems hard not to love. Even folks who are tough to impress will likely crack a smile. The advice is simple: grab your family, call up friends, maybe even invite the neighbors over, stock up on party snacks, and just have a good time.

Nintendo Switch Sports Resort launches exclusively on Switch 2 on October 22, 2026. So, are you planning to pick it up for your next game night? Let us know!