Nintendo Switch Online Expands With Virtual Boy Classics, New Game Boy Titles, and More Member Benefits in February 2026 Update
The Nintendo Switch Online service continues to grow, reinforcing its reputation as an essential platform for retro gaming enthusiasts and online multiplayer fans alike.
In February 2026, Nintendo announced a series of major enhancements to the service, broadening access to classic titles and introducing exclusive experiences for subscribers.
Developed and published by Nintendo, Switch Online is available for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 consoles, delivering online play, a growing library of timeless games, special member rewards, and community features to millions of users worldwide. Virtual Boy Classics Now Playable on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack One of the most noteworthy additions this month is the arrival of select Virtual Boy games to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership.
This marks the first time that a curated collection of Virtual Boy titles, such as Galactic Pinball, Teleroboxer, and Virtual Boy Wario Land, can be officially enjoyed outside the original hardware.
Nintendo has re-engineered these pioneering 3D games for the Switch and Switch 2 platforms, making it possible for both new players and longtime fans to experience these unique entries from the company's history. Game Boy Additions: Yoshi and Balloon Kid Nintendo further expanded its Game Boy – Nintendo Classics offering with the inclusion of beloved retro titles Yoshi and Balloon Kid.
Subscribers can now revisit these portable favorites via the Switch Online service, adding to an already robust selection of Game Boy games accessible through the classic games catalog. Highlighted Multiplayer Games for Subscribers For fans of multiplayer action, Nintendo Switch Online keeps evolving with new and returning favorites.
Mario Tennis Fever invites players to challenge friends online with familiar Mushroom Kingdom characters, employing signature shots and thrilling new mechanics like the Fever Gauge and Fever Shots for dynamic tennis action. Sports enthusiasts can look forward to PGA TOUR 2K25, which debuts iconic events such as The PGA Championship, The U.S.
Open, and The Open Championship on Nintendo platforms.
Additionally, party game Ultimate Sheep Raccoon allows up to eight players to build wild racecourses, perform stunts, and compete across local, online, and cross-platform play. Pokémon Legends: Z-A Arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 Another headline from the February update includes Pokémon Legends: Z-A, launching on Nintendo Switch 2.
Designed for both newcomers and veteran Trainers, the game delivers classic Pokémon RPG elements with modern innovations, promising an engaging new entry for the franchise. Missions, Rewards, and Exclusive Member Perks In keeping with its tradition of rewarding loyal subscribers, Nintendo Switch Online continues to offer themed rewards through My Nintendo Platinum Points.
By completing select missions—such as playing The Mysterious Murasame Castle on NES or Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team on Game Boy Advance—subscribers can earn Platinum Points to redeem for exclusive icon elements until March 2, 2026. To access these benefits, players must hold an active Nintendo Switch Online or Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership.
Both memberships require a Nintendo Account for online play, access to the classic games library, and participation in the rewards program.
All terms and regional restrictions apply. As Nintendo Switch Online advances into 2026, these updates underline Nintendo’s commitment to expanding its online ecosystem, preserving gaming history, and delivering fresh experiences to its global community.
In February 2026, Nintendo announced a series of major enhancements to the service, broadening access to classic titles and introducing exclusive experiences for subscribers.
Developed and published by Nintendo, Switch Online is available for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 consoles, delivering online play, a growing library of timeless games, special member rewards, and community features to millions of users worldwide. Virtual Boy Classics Now Playable on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack One of the most noteworthy additions this month is the arrival of select Virtual Boy games to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership.
This marks the first time that a curated collection of Virtual Boy titles, such as Galactic Pinball, Teleroboxer, and Virtual Boy Wario Land, can be officially enjoyed outside the original hardware.
Nintendo has re-engineered these pioneering 3D games for the Switch and Switch 2 platforms, making it possible for both new players and longtime fans to experience these unique entries from the company's history. Game Boy Additions: Yoshi and Balloon Kid Nintendo further expanded its Game Boy – Nintendo Classics offering with the inclusion of beloved retro titles Yoshi and Balloon Kid.
Subscribers can now revisit these portable favorites via the Switch Online service, adding to an already robust selection of Game Boy games accessible through the classic games catalog. Highlighted Multiplayer Games for Subscribers For fans of multiplayer action, Nintendo Switch Online keeps evolving with new and returning favorites.
Mario Tennis Fever invites players to challenge friends online with familiar Mushroom Kingdom characters, employing signature shots and thrilling new mechanics like the Fever Gauge and Fever Shots for dynamic tennis action. Sports enthusiasts can look forward to PGA TOUR 2K25, which debuts iconic events such as The PGA Championship, The U.S.
Open, and The Open Championship on Nintendo platforms.
Additionally, party game Ultimate Sheep Raccoon allows up to eight players to build wild racecourses, perform stunts, and compete across local, online, and cross-platform play. Pokémon Legends: Z-A Arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 Another headline from the February update includes Pokémon Legends: Z-A, launching on Nintendo Switch 2.
Designed for both newcomers and veteran Trainers, the game delivers classic Pokémon RPG elements with modern innovations, promising an engaging new entry for the franchise. Missions, Rewards, and Exclusive Member Perks In keeping with its tradition of rewarding loyal subscribers, Nintendo Switch Online continues to offer themed rewards through My Nintendo Platinum Points.
By completing select missions—such as playing The Mysterious Murasame Castle on NES or Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team on Game Boy Advance—subscribers can earn Platinum Points to redeem for exclusive icon elements until March 2, 2026. To access these benefits, players must hold an active Nintendo Switch Online or Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership.
Both memberships require a Nintendo Account for online play, access to the classic games library, and participation in the rewards program.
All terms and regional restrictions apply. As Nintendo Switch Online advances into 2026, these updates underline Nintendo’s commitment to expanding its online ecosystem, preserving gaming history, and delivering fresh experiences to its global community.
