Wario Land 4 Launches on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack: Release Date Details and Platform Availability

Nintendo has expanded its Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack library with the long-awaited addition of Wario Land 4, further cementing its commitment to preserving classic titles for modern audiences.

Developed originally for the Game Boy Advance by Nintendo R&D1, Wario Land 4 first released in 2001 to critical acclaim and commercial success, introducing innovative platforming mechanics alongside the series protagonist, Wario. Last week, Nintendo announced that Wario Land 4 would debut on the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack service, specifying a February 14 release date.

However, as is frequently the case with worldwide digital launches, the release timing referenced the Japan time zone.

For players in Western regions, this meant the game became available late on February 13 or during the early hours of February 14, depending on local time zones. Staying true to its promise, Nintendo has now made Wario Land 4 accessible for all Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscribers.

The game is now playable as part of the Game Boy Advance library, offering both longtime fans and new players a chance to relive Wario’s distinct brand of action-platforming on Nintendo Switch hardware.

The title joins a roster of fan-favorite classics featured in the expanding Switch Online catalog, which continues to grow with regular updates. Nintendo of America confirmed the release through its official social media accounts, highlighting the game’s immediate availability and reinforcing Nintendo’s strategy of leveraging its digital platforms to reintroduce legacy titles.

The North American announcement aligns with the global rollout, ensuring that Switch users across different territories gain access within the promised window. Wario Land 4 remains a standout entry in the platforming genre, praised for its inventive level design, memorable soundtrack, and replayability.

Its addition to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack not only enhances the value of the service but also serves Nintendo’s broader objective of making its renowned titles accessible to contemporary gamers.

As the Nintendo Switch Online subscription continues to attract a dedicated user base—with millions of subscribers as of Nintendo’s latest quarterly update—the inclusion of highly-requested classics like Wario Land 4 demonstrates Nintendo’s ongoing support for its digital ecosystem. Players interested in experiencing Wario Land 4 can find the title within the Game Boy Advance section of the Nintendo Switch Online application, available exclusively to Expansion Pack members.

For more updates and announcements, Nintendo regularly shares information through its official channels, maintaining transparent communication with its global fanbase.

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