Revolutionary
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I tried that before posting originally. The power button didn't seem to respond. Perhaps my finger wasn't in the "right place" for all 15-20 seconds I held it. Hence my dislike of the non-button button...uh things. But that is definitely good advice and always worth trying before unplugging. Same advice goes for WiiU if it happens to freeze.
If it doesn't do anything then wipe down the button with a cloth and try holding it again. Oily fingers/residue can mess up your contact w the button.
Unplugging a device while it's on is an absolute last resort.