Yes, it uses the Wiimotes, Nunchuks, and Pro Controller -- I didn't upgrade my controllers at all. I can't remember if it came with a Wiimote, but you're going to want at least one if you plan on multiplayer.

If the Switch is in play, I'd honestly go for that. Like I said, a lot of the early releases were the best Wii U games (sometimes upgraded, like more tracks in Mario Kart 8), or sequels to the best Wii U games -- "Splatoon" was hands down my favorite Wii U title (best multiplayer shooter since Battlefield 1942, IMO), and I've thought about picking up a Switch just for Splatoon 2&3.

The fact that the Wii U was backwards compatible with the Wii was a huge reason I bought it. Major upgrade, plus I could still play all the Wii games I'd bought. If it weren't for terrible marketing (a pretty rare thing for Nintendo) that alone should have made it a best-seller.

There is no reason I can think of to buy a Wii over a Wii U. Plus, with the Wii U, you get to play a bunch of games that also got ported to the Switch -- Mario Kart 8, Breath of the Wild, Donkey Kong Tropical Freeze, etc.

The only time I've heard the word "paradigm" used repeatedly, consistently, and appropriately was when studying Latin. Also, fuck studying Latin.

Atari Super Pong, shared with my two brothers.

Search eBay for "sideshow gaffs." You'll find a ton of these, realistic shrunken heads, Fiji mermaids, etc.

I'm 60 and "Mario Kart 8" is my jam. Literally fun for all ages.

I own a WiiU, haven't upgraded to Switch (partially because so many early Switch releases were updated WiiU games), but I can also vouch for "Splatoon," which is the most fun I've had with a shooter since "Battleld 1942," and I also hear good things about the sequels. It can range from casual ("Turf War") to extremely competitive (ranked play).

Also, there are very limited communication options, so no toxic behavior to worry about.

Finally, I bought "Smash Brothers" because I was told my young niece and nephew absolutely loved it, but it wasn't for me.

Anyway, Nintendo has always been a kid-friendly brand, plus the Switch is the least expensive option.

I have type I bipolar disorder, and enjoyed this thought experiment quite a bit. (Note: I am 60 years old, and thanks to Seroquel haven't had a full-blown psychotic episode in over a decade. I've also done DBT. I actually turned down ECT, and from what you have to say I'm glad I did.)

Upon reading your comments, I thought you might like the existential question I live with: If I am not my mind, what am I?

Also, I do not and would not lie to my psychiatrist. That would be counterproductive, and a waste of time and resources.

Tetris.