Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness is Coming to Nintendo Switch 2

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Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness, originally released in 2005, will be available on the Nintendo Switch 2 for Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack subscribers. The RPG places players in the role of heroes battling a malevolent organization using Shadow Pokémon in its attempt to dominate the world. Players will travel through diverse locations, gathering allies and purifying Shadow Pokémon to fight back. Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness will arrive on Nintendo Switch Online in March 2026, following the GameCube catalog announcement in April 2025. It will be available exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2. The release date for Pokémon Colosseum is still unknown. When Pokémon XD launched in 2005, it received a score of 6.8/10, with reviewers noting that it lacked the impact of the original. It’s also currently unknown if Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen will be compatible with Pokémon XD on the Switch. Nintendo has not yet confirmed whether the original connectivity features will be supported on Nintendo Switch Online. Mark your calendars: Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness launches on March 2, 2026, as part of the Nintendo Classics lineup for Nintendo Switch 2.

Experience Classic Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness at Affordable Prices on Nintendo Switch 2

Notably, Gale of Darkness has become difficult to find and expensive on the secondhand market. A loose copy can cost around $150, while complete versions typically sell for about $224.03. Sealed copies can reach prices of up to $584.99. This release offers a more accessible way to experience this classic.

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