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Donkey Kong, Mario vs. Donkey Kong icons added to Nintendo Switch Online
Nintendo has added new icons for Donkey Kong and Mario vs. Donkey Kong to Nintendo Switch Online. Players can redeem these icons using Platinum Points on My Nintendo, with access requiring specific game boots and, for Mario vs. Donkey Kong, the Expansion Pack tier of the service. The icons will be available until July 6, 2026.
25 '90s Games That Hold Up Perfectly Today (And Where to Play Them) | TAG
This article identifies 25 video games from the 1990s that remain enjoyable for modern players, distinguishing between titles that hold up with no caveats and those that require specific versions or adjustments. It highlights how 2D pixel art generally ages better than early 3D graphics and provides information on where each game can be legally played today.
Donkey Kong 64 is finally coming to Nintendo Switch Online next week
Donkey Kong 64, a highly requested Nintendo 64 title, is set to be released on Nintendo Switch Online next week. This addition marks a significant moment for fans who have long awaited its inclusion in the service's library.
Donkey Kong 64 Confirmed for Nintendo Switch Online
Nintendo has confirmed that Donkey Kong 64 will be available on Nintendo Switch Online starting next week. This addition expands the library of classic games accessible through the subscription service.
Nintendo 64 – Nintendo Classics adds Donkey Kong 64 on June 3
Donkey Kong 64 is being added to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack service on June 3. The classic Nintendo 64 title will be available for subscribers to play.
Switch 2, Switch, and Nintendo Switch Online price increases announced
Nintendo has announced global price increases for the Nintendo Switch console and the Nintendo Switch Online service. The specific details and effective dates for these price adjustments were not immediately provided.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream icons added to Nintendo Switch Online
Nintendo is releasing new icons for Tomodachi Life on Nintendo Switch Online, available for members with an active subscription. These icons, featuring characters, backgrounds, and frames, can be claimed using My Nintendo Platinum Points over the next few weeks, with new designs rolling out weekly.
You can attend Pokémon EDM shows in Los Angeles and London
The Pokémon Company is hosting "Pokémon Night Out" EDM concert experiences in Los Angeles and London, featuring DJs Marshmello and Alison Wonderland with custom sets and Pokémon-inspired visuals. These events are part of the franchise's 30th anniversary festivities. Additionally, Pokémon Red and Blue remakes were re-released on Nintendo Switch Online, and a Game Boy-shaped Pokémon jukebox was launched.
Pac-Man & Game Freak’s first ever game join NES library on Switch Online
Nintendo Switch Online has added Pac-Man, Mendel Palace, and The Tower of Druaga to its NES library. Pac-Man is a classic arcade port, Mendel Palace is Game Freak's first game, and The Tower of Druaga is a Japan-only action RPG.
Nintendo Expands Switch Online's NES Library With Three More Games
Nintendo has added three classic titles to its Nintendo Switch Online NES library: Pac-Man, Mendel Palace, and The Tower of Druaga. These games are now available for subscribers to play on the Nintendo Switch.
Kirby’s Dream Land, Kirby & The Amazing Mirror icons added to Nintendo Switch Online
Nintendo has added new profile icons for Kirby's Dream Land and Kirby & The Amazing Mirror to Nintendo Switch Online. Members can acquire these icons, costing 10 Platinum Points each, through the Game Boy and Game Boy Advance apps respectively. Access to Kirby & The Amazing Mirror icons requires the Expansion Pack tier.
Nintendo Switch Triumphs: Star Fox and Mario Steal the ... | TAG
Several gaming news outlets report on recent updates and releases. Star Fox titles are now available on Nintendo Switch Online, while Slay the Spire 2 enters early access. Bungie is buffing the Recon class in Marathon, and Marvel and DC are set for a Spider-Man/Superman crossover in 2026. Additionally, Take-Two has reportedly laid off members of its AI team.
Nintendo Aware of Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness Switch 2 Crash
Nintendo has acknowledged a bug affecting Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness when played on the Nintendo Switch 2 via the Nintendo Switch Online GameCube application. The issue can cause the game to crash, shut down, and result in lost save data. While a fix is in development, Nintendo recommends using the 'Create Suspend Point' feature regularly to back up progress.
Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness hits Nintendo Switch Online on Switch 2 in March [update: out now]
Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness has been released on Nintendo Switch Online for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game was announced during a Pokemon Presents event and is now available. Pokemon Colosseum is also mentioned as being part of the service.
MAR10 Day Returns With Festivities For Fans Of All Ages In Honour Of The Super Mario Bros. 40th Anniversary
Nintendo is celebrating Super Mario's 40th anniversary with MAR10 Day festivities, including discounts on select Nintendo Switch games and special offers for Nintendo Switch Online members. Fans can also enjoy the Super Mario Galaxy Movie and participate in Mario Kart World My Nintendo Open Series challenges. Additionally, select retailers are offering opportunities to try Nintendo Switch 2 systems and receive exclusive merchandise with game purchases.
Pokemon Pokopia icons added to Nintendo Switch Online
New icons featuring characters, backgrounds, and frames from Pokemon Pokopia are now available on Nintendo Switch Online. These digital collectibles can be purchased using Platinum Points on My Nintendo, with character icons costing 10 points and backgrounds/frames costing 5 points each.
Nintendo Switch Online adds Mario Tennis Fever icons
New in-game icons for Mario Tennis Aces are now available on Nintendo Switch Online. Players can redeem character icons, backgrounds, and frames for 10 Platinum Points each, featuring characters like Mario, Luigi, Blooper, and Piranha Plant.
Three retro Mario titles are coming to Nintendo Switch Online on Mario Day
Nintendo is adding three retro Mario titles to its Nintendo Switch Online service on March 10th, also known as MAR10 Day. Mario's Tennis and Mario Clash will be available on the Virtual Boy app, while Mario vs. Donkey Kong will join the Game Boy Advance library. Access to these games requires the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership.
Nintendo Switch Online's March update to the Classics library is all about Mario, and one new game is particularly surprising
Nintendo is adding new retro games to its Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack service in March, focusing on Mario titles. The update includes Mario's Tennis and Mario Clash for the Virtual Boy library, and the original Mario vs. Donkey Kong for the Game Boy Advance library, with the latter being a surprising addition shortly after its remake.
Dataminer scoured code of Pokemon FireRed LeafGreen emulator finds ROMs are new and mention Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald
A dataminer has discovered new information within the code of Pokemon FireRed and Pokemon LeafGreen, which utilize the same emulator as the Nintendo Switch Online Game Boy Advance service. The findings include telemetry data sent to Nintendo and mentions of Pokemon Ruby, Pokemon Sapphire, and Pokemon Emerald within the emulator's code.
