Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack Expands to Include GameCube and Virtual Boy Games on Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo continues to enhance its subscription services, unveiling new additions to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack.
Designed exclusively for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, the upgraded plan now grants members access to a curated collection of Nintendo GameCube titles—a substantial expansion that brings a new era of classic gaming to Nintendo’s latest hardware. Background and Service Overview Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack is the higher tier of Nintendo’s online service, initially launched to provide access to a library of legacy titles from systems such as the Nintendo 64, SEGA Genesis, and Game Boy Advance.
Members also enjoy expansion content for select games, as well as access to online multiplayer features on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Introducing GameCube Classics for Nintendo Switch 2 With the latest announcement, subscribers to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack on Nintendo Switch 2 will be able to dive into a range of memorable GameCube™ games.
This marks the first time GameCube titles have appeared in an official, subscription-based collection, cementing Nintendo’s commitment to honoring its back catalog and broadening the library available to its dedicated community. Reviving Virtual Boy with Nintendo Classics Further enriching the offering, Nintendo has introduced the Virtual Boy – Nintendo Classics collection.
To play these retro titles, users must access the Virtual Boy application, available through select hardware models like the Nintendo Switch 2 and compatible accessories, such as the Virtual Boy (Cardboard Model) for Nintendo Switch systems.
These titles are available exclusively for subscribers with an active Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership. Essential Membership and Safety Details Accessing these legacy collections requires a paid Nintendo Switch Online membership and a valid Nintendo Account.
Please note that not all features are available in every country, and some purchase restrictions may apply.
Additionally, parents are advised to supervise children under age 7 while using these services.
For any downloadable content (DLC) related to individual games, a full version of the base game must be owned and purchased separately.
Full details can be found on Nintendo’s official support website. Conclusion With the inclusion of GameCube gems and Virtual Boy classics, Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack for Nintendo Switch 2 sets a new benchmark in digital game preservation.
Nintendo reaffirms its dedication to both nostalgia and innovation, delivering value to longtime fans and a new generation of players who wish to explore the company’s legendary roots through its latest hardware and online platform.
Designed exclusively for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, the upgraded plan now grants members access to a curated collection of Nintendo GameCube titles—a substantial expansion that brings a new era of classic gaming to Nintendo’s latest hardware. Background and Service Overview Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack is the higher tier of Nintendo’s online service, initially launched to provide access to a library of legacy titles from systems such as the Nintendo 64, SEGA Genesis, and Game Boy Advance.
Members also enjoy expansion content for select games, as well as access to online multiplayer features on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Introducing GameCube Classics for Nintendo Switch 2 With the latest announcement, subscribers to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack on Nintendo Switch 2 will be able to dive into a range of memorable GameCube™ games.
This marks the first time GameCube titles have appeared in an official, subscription-based collection, cementing Nintendo’s commitment to honoring its back catalog and broadening the library available to its dedicated community. Reviving Virtual Boy with Nintendo Classics Further enriching the offering, Nintendo has introduced the Virtual Boy – Nintendo Classics collection.
To play these retro titles, users must access the Virtual Boy application, available through select hardware models like the Nintendo Switch 2 and compatible accessories, such as the Virtual Boy (Cardboard Model) for Nintendo Switch systems.
These titles are available exclusively for subscribers with an active Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership. Essential Membership and Safety Details Accessing these legacy collections requires a paid Nintendo Switch Online membership and a valid Nintendo Account.
Please note that not all features are available in every country, and some purchase restrictions may apply.
Additionally, parents are advised to supervise children under age 7 while using these services.
For any downloadable content (DLC) related to individual games, a full version of the base game must be owned and purchased separately.
Full details can be found on Nintendo’s official support website. Conclusion With the inclusion of GameCube gems and Virtual Boy classics, Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack for Nintendo Switch 2 sets a new benchmark in digital game preservation.
Nintendo reaffirms its dedication to both nostalgia and innovation, delivering value to longtime fans and a new generation of players who wish to explore the company’s legendary roots through its latest hardware and online platform.
