Nintendo Switch Online Launches 'Nintendo Classics' Icon Series Celebrating Console History

Nintendo continues to honor its legacy and connect with longtime fans by unveiling a new series of "Nintendo Classics" icons for its Nintendo Switch Online (NSO) service.

Debuting in anticipation of the next-generation Switch hardware, this three-wave collection pays tribute to the company’s storied past, with vibrant, nostalgia-fueled icons inspired by its most iconic gaming consoles and accessories. Since its inception, Nintendo Switch Online has offered subscribers a range of custom profile icons.

This latest initiative, however, focuses exclusively on classic hardware—allowing members to proudly showcase their appreciation for Nintendo’s progression from the NES to the GameCube era. **Wave-by-Wave Breakdown** The first wave launched on May 20 and will be available through May 27.

This batch prominently features: - An assortment of NES and Famicom icons, including the consoles themselves, classic controllers, the robotic R.O.B.

peripheral, as well as the Famicom Disk System. - Nintendo 64 icons, with designs based on controllers, the Rumble Pak accessory, the N64 console, and the rare 64DD expansion.

The inclusion of the 64DD icon is notable, perhaps referencing a growing interest in Nintendo’s lesser-known releases, though its presence remains purely celebratory for now. The second wave, which goes live from May 27 to June 3, puts the spotlight on Nintendo’s handheld lineage with: - The original Game Boy - Purple Game Boy Color - Game Boy Advance - A distinctive pink Game Boy Advance SP Completing the collection, wave three will be released from June 3 to June 10 and broadens the selection with: - Super Famicom and two classic controllers - SNES Mouse, a unique accessory well-remembered by fans - GameCube icons, featuring both the purple console and the orange GameCube controller **Celebrating Nintendo’s Iconic History** Nintendo’s approach not only rekindles nostalgia among longtime gamers but also introduces newer fans to the breadth of its hardware legacy.

These collectible icons are unlocked using platinum points—earnable through game play or completing various NSO missions.

The system is straightforward, requiring no additional payment beyond a Nintendo Switch Online subscription, ensuring accessibility for all engaged users. A Nintendo representative shared that the continuous rollout of custom icons is intended to enhance user engagement while allowing fans to express themselves through their profiles.

The company’s ongoing commitment to its fanbase is evident, as each wave presents collectible options that span generations of Nintendo innovation. As Nintendo Switch Online maintains its momentum with this new 'Nintendo Classics' icon series, fans can expect more opportunities to revisit gaming history—one profile icon at a time.

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