Nintendo GameCube Classics Announced for Nintendo Switch 2 Online Expansion Pass

Nintendo is continuing its legacy of celebrating classic gaming experiences with the official announcement of 'Nintendo GameCube: Nintendo Classics,' a new service adding select GameCube titles to the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pass library.

This highly anticipated addition is set to launch in conjunction with the release of Nintendo Switch 2, the company’s next-generation hardware.

The service will debut with a trio of iconic GameCube games, with Nintendo committing to expand the classic library with further releases post-launch. Since its introduction in 2001, the Nintendo GameCube has held a special place in the hearts of fans for its diverse catalog and innovative game design.

By bringing these classics to the Nintendo Switch 2 through the Online Expansion Pass, Nintendo continues its strategy of preserving and reviving its storied game history for a new generation of players.

As with previous expansions, these classic titles will be available to Expansion Pass subscribers, broadening the platform’s value and content offering. Nintendo has not released the full list of GameCube games available at launch.

However, sources confirm that 'Super Mario Strikers,' one of the most beloved arcade-style sports titles in the GameCube library, is among the inaugural lineup.

While no specific release date for 'Super Mario Strikers' on the service has been confirmed, attendees at recent Nintendo Switch 2 Experience events have had the opportunity to play the game on hardware builds, indicating significant progress towards its official rollout. A Nintendo spokesperson stated that making classic content accessible to fans was always a priority for the company, underscoring the importance of the GameCube era in shaping Nintendo’s modern identity.

Gameplay footage from these events has showcased the enhanced performance and visual fidelity possible on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, delivering improved experiences for both returning fans and newcomers. With this move, Nintendo reinforces its commitment to supporting retro gaming alongside contemporary releases.

The expansion of the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pass to include GameCube titles not only celebrates past successes but continues to grow engagement across the Nintendo hardware ecosystem.

As more GameCube classics are announced in the coming months, users can expect regular updates and additional games made available via the Nintendo eShop and within Nintendo Direct broadcasts. GameCube: Nintendo Classics for Nintendo Switch 2 is scheduled to launch simultaneously with the new hardware.

Subscribers to the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pass will be able to access supported titles at no additional cost upon release.

For the latest updates, fans are encouraged to check Nintendo’s official channels and future Nintendo Direct presentations.

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