Thoughts on the Nintendo GameCube

[John]

I have always been a dedicated gamer, but one console means a lot more to me than the rest of them - the GameCube. This console, unlike friends and family, was always there for me, and was a prominent figure throughout my upbringing in the 2000's. I would spent thousands of hours playing titles such as Super Mario Sunshine, Mario Kart Double Dash, Donkey Kong Jungle Beat, Super Smash Bros Melee, the Mario Party series and so on. However, I've discussed the GameCube with others, and they have fed me numerous complaints about the console and its titles. I found this hard to cope with, and I'm now bringing the question here.

What are your thoughts on the GameCube, and what is your favorite/least favorite title for the console?