• SW1/TCH OS

Skunkworks Project 01
Please note: All content is a work-in progress.

Context:
The Nintendo Switch launched in 2017, and since then the operating system hasn't recieved any meaningful updates. Although functional, the experience is sparse, and lacks the character and personality of previous operating systems.

The purpose of this project is to explore an evolution of the Nintendo Switch OS / Interface and investigate the following:

A: Explore / develop visual foundations to serve as a basis for a new design language.
B: Create an interface to better represent the personality of Nintendo and their products.
C: Ideate new features to enhance the user experience and 'delight' players.

Switch-1
old-interfaces

A:↓ 
Visual foundations for a new OS have been explored and developed, comprising of a project brand, typography, colours and iconography which serve as the foundation for the new interface.

S-NOS-Logo-N
Colour Card
Texture
Icons
S-Icons-2

B:↓ 
Utilising the established visual foundations above, an interface structure has been created in the form of a design system which aims to balance usability and structure with expression and character.

S-Home
library
User-Select
Unlock
flourish

C:↓ 
Ideation for features which aim to enhance player engagement, and represent the playful and fun nature of Nintendo. 

Feature-Cover
Sticker-popup
VCM-Example

Disclaimer: 

This project is not endorsed by, directly affiliated with, maintained, authorized, or sponsored by Nintendo. All product and company names are the registered trademarks of their original owners. The use of any trade name or trademark is for identification and reference purposes only and does not imply any association with the trademark holder of their product brand.

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