Nintendo Switch Online May Add Three More Consoles to its Retro Library

Expanded Nintendo Switch Online Library to Include Games from Wii, DS, and Sega Mega CD

Industry insider Nick Baker, who has a strong track record for accurate predictions, has reported that Nintendo Switch Online may expand its library with games from three additional retro consoles: the Nintendo Wii, Nintendo DS, and Sega Mega CD. These consoles would join the existing selection of NES, SNES, Game Boy, Game Boy Advance, and Nintendo 64 games, as well as Sega Mega Drive titles (available through the Expansion Pack). No release dates or order of release have been announced. The rollout of these consoles may be gradual, similar to the addition of GameCube games. The potential additions include the DS, which popularized handheld gaming; the Wii, which popularized motion-controlled gaming; and the Sega Mega CD, a console known for its cult classics.

In Case You Missed It

In other gaming news, mark your calendars for two exciting upcoming events in the Nintendo universe! Firstly, Carlos Mendoza's latest post, "Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage Brings Fights to Nintendo Switch 2 on March 26", published on February 2nd, delves into the upcoming release of this iconic series' first 3D fighting game on a Nintendo platform. With full cross-play compatibility and enhanced features, you won't want to miss out on this definitive version hitting your Switch 2 on March 26th. Pre-orders are open now! And speaking of exciting releases, Ahmed Hassan recently explored the latest additions to Nintendo Switch Online's Game Boy Classics in his article 'Nintendo Switch Online Adds Two More Game Boy Gems'. Published on February 5th, he highlights Balloon Kid and Yoshi, two nostalgic titles now available for subscribers to enjoy. Why not take a trip down memory lane and check out Ahmed's piece here? But that's not all! In an exciting turn of events, Marcus Thompson has just reported on the upcoming Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase, slated for February 5th. Mark your calendars for this 30-minute broadcast at 2 PM Portugal Standard Time (10 AM Brasília Time), where you can expect brand-new game announcements directly from Nintendo's partner companies. The Partner Showcase promises to provide a sneak peek into some thrilling new titles across diverse genres and platforms, including the recently unveiled Nintendo Switch 2. Don't miss out on this gaming extravaganza – tune in for some exciting reveals!