Nintendo Switch Online Adds Virtual Boy Screen Color Customization
Nintendo Switch Online is adding a new feature: a screen color customization option for the Virtual Boy catalog, available starting August 4 and gated behind the Expansion Pack tier.
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Switch Online Expands Free Retro Library with NES and Game Boy Downloads
Nintendo Switch Online adds new free retro downloads for NES and Game Boy, with some titles accessible to all subscribers and others gated behind the Expansion Pack; the freebies run through September 3, 2026. Subscribers can also claim retro icons for Kuru Kuru Kururin and Clu Clu Land by playing the games and spending five Platinum Points per icon, with initial access requiring a subscription but retaining icons does not require ongoing access to the service.
Nintendo Switch Online Promo Adds Free Month With 12-Month Subscriptions
Nintendo is running a US limited-time promo: buy or redeem a 12-month Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership (individual or family) before July 28, 2026 to get one additional free month; existing members can also trigger it by renewing or adding another year, and upgrading to Expansion Pack qualifies. The bonus is applied within 3 business days. Australia is offering a separate deal of two extra months. The service provides online play, GameChat, and access to retro libraries like Donkey Kong 64 and even Nintendo Music.
DK64 Returns to NSO, Expanding Nintendo's N64 Classics Library
Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack adds Donkey Kong 64 to its N64 Classics library, delivering four-player split-screen multiplayer and five Kong characters (Donkey Kong, Diddy, Tiny, Lanky, Chunky) with the DK Rap. The 1999 Rare-published platformer lets players explore DK Island, collect bananas, and battle King K. Rool, with Japan receiving the same title next week as part of the ongoing library expansion.
Donkey Kong 64 swings onto Switch Online with Expansion Pack access
Donkey Kong 64 is coming to Nintendo Switch Online's Expansion Pack library on June 4, 2026, playable via the Nintendo 64 – Nintendo Classics app; the 1999 platformer lets DK and friends explore, collect Golden Bananas, and play solo or in four-player battles.
Donkey Kong 64 Joins Switch Online Expansion Pack This June
Nintendo has announced that Donkey Kong 64 is coming to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack on June 4, 2026, letting subscribers play as five Kongs in a retro N64 adventure with solo exploration or four-player split-screen battles.
Five Virtual Boy Classics Arrive in Nintendo Switch Online
Nintendo Switch Online adds five Virtual Boy titles—Jack Bros, Space Invaders Virtual Collection, Vertical Force, Virtual Bowling, and V-Tetris—to the Virtual Boy–Nintendo Classics catalog for subscribers with Expansion Pack; five Virtual Boy-themed profile icons are also available for a limited time, purchasable with Platinum Points earned through My Nintendo missions.
Switch 2 Adds Virtual Boy Accessories for 3D Retro Play
Nintendo opens pre-purchase for Virtual Boy accessories on Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, enabling 3D playback of Virtual Boy games. The Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack will grant access to Virtual Boy and other classic libraries, plus DLC and Switch 2–exclusive GameCube content; prices listed are $99.99 for the Virtual Boy accessory and $24.99 for the Virtual Boy Cardboard Model.
The Sims Unveils 2026 Roadmap and New Mobile-First Project Rene
EA and Maxis have revealed their 2026 plans for The Sims franchise, emphasizing continued commitment to core values like creativity, choice, and community, while developing new experiences across PC, console, and mobile, including a mobile-first version of Project Rene and a new expansion pack possibly called Royalty & Legacy. The roadmap highlights ongoing playtesting and a focus on both single-player and social multiplayer experiences, with player feedback shaping future developments.
The Sims 4 Royalty & Legacy: Next Expansion or Rumor?
A leak reveals that the next expansion pack for The Sims 4 will be titled 'Royalty & Legacy,' hinting at new content focused on royal themes and legacy gameplay.
Nintendo Revives Virtual Boy for Switch and Switch 2
Virtual Boy games are set to be added to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, exclusively in the US and Canada, allowing players to experience classic titles with 3D visuals using special accessories that replicate the original hardware or a cardboard model. These offerings include popular games like Teleroboxer and Galactic Pinball, with additional features available through a paid membership and optional pre-purchase of accessories.
Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion Launches with New Gameplay and Switch 2 Tease
Daemon x Machina: Titanic Scion for Switch 2 will receive a free DLC roadmap from October to December, adding new bosses and cosmetic items, along with a paid expansion pack titled 'Into the Abyss' in November, enhancing the game's content and multiplayer features.
Chibi-Robo! Joins Nintendo Switch Online's GameCube Library on August 21
Chibi-Robo!, a classic GameCube game, is set to be available on Nintendo Switch via the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack on August 21st, offering a new audience the chance to enjoy this charming action-adventure game.
Jurassic World Dinos Land in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
An expansion for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 called Jurassic World: Archipelago allows players to explore the fictional Jurassic Park islands with over 10 dinosaur species, offering new challenges and the chance to visit iconic locations from the movies, launching in late August or early September.
Nintendo Switch Online Adds Classic Zelda, Metroid, and More to N64 App
Nintendo Switch Online's new N64 app for mature games has launched with Perfect Dark and Turok: Dinosaur Hunter. This opens the door for other adult-only N64 games to be added. The article lists nine mature games, including Conker's Bad Fur Day, Resident Evil 2, and Mortal Kombat Trilogy, that fans would love to see on the service.