Playing in handheld mode creates an intimacy with the controls that is lost on a large screen. The small speakers blast the opening riff of "Superman" by Goldfinger as you balance a manual over the hidden tape in the School II level. The Joy-Con controllers, while not as precise as a Pro Controller, are surprisingly adequate for the game’s demands. The shorter stick travel makes quick flicks for ollies and shove-its feel snappy. Furthermore, tabletop mode with detached Joy-Cons allows for spontaneous two-player "Graffiti" or "HORSE" sessions without needing a second console.
One of the Switch’s best features is the touchscreen. The DLC adds hundreds of new objects for the Create-A-Park mode. If you download a park online that uses DLC objects but you don't have the NSP installed, the objects will appear as grey cubes. Tony Hawk-s Pro Skater 1 2 SWITCH NSP -DLC Up...