Update unveiled for Nintendo Classics line-up: Discover the new additions to the Nintendo Classics series
In a move to cater to retro gaming enthusiasts and online multiplayer aficionados, Nintendo has announced updates to its Nintendo Switch Online (NSO) and Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack services. Here's a comprehensive look at the new features and offerings.
## Game Collections
The standard Nintendo Switch Online (NSO) subscription grants access to a library of NES, SNES, and Game Boy classics, online multiplayer support for compatible Nintendo Switch games, game vouchers, cloud save data backup for supported games, and exclusive offers and game trials.
On the other hand, the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack offers all these benefits, plus a significantly broader retro library that includes Nintendo 64, Game Boy Advance, and Nintendo GameCube games, Sega Genesis classics, selected downloadable content (DLC) for popular titles, and exclusive Nintendo Switch 2 upgrade packs.
## Additional Perks
Subscribers to both tiers can enjoy music streaming, member-exclusive content, and family plan options. The Expansion Pack also offers access to Nintendo soundtracks on smart devices with playlist customization features.
## Compatibility
Both plans are compatible with both the original Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. While certain features, such as GameCube games and certain upgrade packs, are tailored for Switch 2 owners, online multiplayer is available for all compatible games. DLC access is available both online and offline, but an occasional internet check-in might be required.
## Summary Table
| Feature/Perk | NSO Standard | NSO + Expansion Pack | |------------------------------------|------------------------|------------------------------| | NES, SNES, Game Boy Games | Yes | Yes | | N64, GBA, GameCube Games | No | Yes | | Sega Genesis Games | No | Yes | | Online Multiplayer | Yes | Yes | | Cloud Save Backup | Yes | Yes | | Game Vouchers | Yes | Yes | | Selected DLC Included | No | Yes | | Nintendo Switch 2 Upgrades | Some | More (exclusive packs) | | Music Streaming | No | Yes | | Family Plan Option | Yes | Yes |
With the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, players can now enjoy a wider array of retro games, included DLC for select titles, and extra features like music streaming and exclusive Switch 2 upgrades. A Nintendo Switch Online membership is necessary to play online with friends for compatible games and to back up save data to the cloud for compatible games. The Nintendo Music smart device app offers a variety of video game music with a Nintendo Switch Online membership.
- Nintendo Switch Online offers a library of NES, SNES, and Game Boy classics, while the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack includes more retro games from Nintendo 64, Game Boy Advance, GameCube, and Sega Genesis.
- Both Nintendo Switch Online and Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack provide online multiplayer support for compatible games, but only the latter offers additional benefits like DLC inclusions and exclusive Nintendo Switch 2 upgrade packs.
- Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack also grants access to music streaming, member-exclusive content, and family plan options, features that are not available with the standard subscription.
- Both tiers are compatible with both the original Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, although some features, like GameCube games and exclusive upgrade packs, are optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2.
- In addition to accessing DLC both online and offline, an occasional internet check-in might be required.
- With a Nintendo Switch Online membership, players can enjoy exclusive Nintendo Switch 2 upgrades, back up save data for compatible games to the cloud, and access the Nintendo Music smart device app, which offers a variety of video game music.
