Go for it. As you already slightly stated - you can easily turn your switch (easy = if it is the old version!) into a really cool home / on the go retrostation, finally bringing full potential to this piece of hardware. You will love it.

You can still play online with your original titles btw - just search for "Switch SysNAND and EmuNAND", the results will explain it. Makes it a little more complicated, but still easy to handle. If you do so, beware of switch firmware updates!^^

Links Awakening for sure was a ripoff - did step back as soon as i saw the graphics... like those ugly Final Fantasy remakes!^^

About your concerns: Always keep in mind - if you like it, support devs and buy it.