This article is about the emulated games service. For the Game Boy Advance series, see Classic NES Series. For the NES marketing label, see Classic Series (NES).
During its first year, Nintendo Classics provided a new batch of NES games on a monthly basis. As of the addition of SNES titles in September 2019, releases are no longer regularly scheduled.[3] In October 2021, Nintendo added a subscription tier called "Expansion Pack" which includes access to Nintendo 64 and Sega Genesis games. In February 2023, Game Boy and Game Boy Color games were added to the base subscription tier, and Game Boy Advance (GBA) games were added to the Expansion Pack. GameCube games are also playable only on Nintendo Switch 2, and launched for the Expansion Pack alongside that system in June 2025.[4] Games are accessible as long as the user has an active subscription, and a user must connect to the internet at least once a week to continue to access services while offline.
The Nintendo Classics emulators include online multiplayer support, allowing players to play local multiplayer games remotely with friends.[5][6][7][8][9] The emulators also support save states, with most consoles also allowing players to rewind gameplay.[10][11] Some NES and SNES games also have an alternative version labeled "SP" ("Extra" in some regions) which alters the game in some way, typically unlocking additional modes, starting the player with additional items or levels, or starting the player midway through the game.
With the launch of the Nintendo Switch Online service on September 19, 2018, NES games were made available with 20 titles available at launch. As of December12,2024[update], there are 90[a] games and 20 "SP" variations available, including the following:
1 2 Originally exclusive to Japan, but was eventually released in Western regions on September 6, 2023
↑ A standalone, English version of the game was released for purchase for a limited time via Nintendo eShop in the Americas, Europe, and Australia. It was available from December 4, 2020 until March 31, 2021.
↑ Originally exclusive to Western regions, but was eventually released in Japan on July 15, 2020
↑ Originally exclusive to Western regions, but was eventually released in Japan on February 19, 2020
↑ Originally exclusive to Western regions, but was eventually released in Japan on May 20, 2020
↑ Originally exclusive to Japan, but was eventually released in Western regions on July 4, 2024
Super Nintendo Entertainment System
Announced in a Nintendo Direct on September 4, 2019, SNES games were added to the service worldwide with 20 titles on September 5, 2019.[56] An update on July 29, 2025, added the ability to remap each game's controls,[57] as well as support for Super NES Mouse controls with compatible games; Switch 2 allows these games to be controlled with the Joy-Con 2's mouse controls, while playing on Switch requires a compatible USB mouse.[58]As of July29,2025[update], there are 82[a] games and 7 "SP" variations available, including the following:
↑ Originally exclusive to Japan, but was eventually released in Western regions on June 5, 2023
↑ Originally exclusive to Japan, but was eventually released in Western regions on September 6, 2023
↑ Originally exclusive to Western regions, but was eventually released in Japan on April 12, 2024[67]
Game Boy and Game Boy Color
Announced in a Nintendo Direct on February 8, 2023, Game Boy and Game Boy Color games were added to the service worldwide with 10 games the same day.[72] The Game Boy emulator includes multiple display settings that recreate the visual appearance and color palettes of the original Game Boy, Game Boy Pocket, or Game Boy Color.[73]Super Game Boy features are not emulated. As of May23,2025[update], there are 41[a] games available, including the following:
List of Game Boy and Game Boy Color games on Nintendo Switch Online
Announced in a Nintendo Direct on September 23, 2021,[5] Nintendo 64 games were added to the service worldwide with nine titles on October 25, 2021.[86] Games are based on the NTSC releases using 60Hz timing; select games also have the option to play the European versions which run at their original PAL 50Hz speed, including those that support multiple languages.[87] Games that received a Z rating from the Japanese CERO rating board or an M rating from the ESRB are available as part of a separate "18+" application in Japan or "Mature 17+" application in western regions.[88] An update on June 5, 2025 added the ability to remap each game's control scheme.[89] Players on the Nintendo Switch 2 are also able to rewind gameplay and apply a CRT filter.[89]As of September4,2025[update], there are 42[a] games available, including the following:
List of Nintendo 64 games on Nintendo Switch Online
↑ 40 games in North America and PAL regions, seven of which are exclusive to these regions; 35 games in Japan, two of which are exclusive to this region.
↑ Originally exclusive to Western regions, but was eventually released in Japan on April 24, 2024.
1 2 3 4 5 Available in the Nintendo 64 Mature 17+ application in western regions
1 2 Originally exclusive to Western regions, but was eventually released in Japan on January 31, 2025
↑ Originally exclusive to Western regions, but was eventually released in Japan on May 16, 2025.
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive
Announced in a Nintendo Direct on September 23, 2021, Sega Genesis games were added to the service worldwide with 15 titles on October 25, 2021.[86]As of April11,2025[update], there are 51[a] games available, including the following:
List of Sega Genesis / Mega Drive games on Nintendo Switch Online
↑ 50 games in North America and PAL regions, one of which is exclusive to these regions; 50 games in Japan, one of which is exclusive to this region.
Game Boy Advance
Announced in a Nintendo Direct on February 8, 2023, Game Boy Advance games were added to the service worldwide with six titles the same day.[72]As of September25,2025[update], there are 30[a] games available, including the following:
List of Game Boy Advance games on Nintendo Switch Online
↑ 27 games in North America and PAL regions, none of which are exclusive to these regions; 30 games in Japan, three of which are exclusive to this region.
Announced in the Nintendo Direct for the Nintendo Switch 2, GameCube was added to the service with three games alongside the Nintendo Switch 2's launch on June 5, 2025. GameCube games are only available on Nintendo Switch 2.[4] The emulator allows players to reassign buttons and customize controls for each game.[138] Players are also able to control the games using original GameCube controllers via the GameCube Controller Adapter.[139]As of August21,2025[update], there are 5[a] games available, including the following:
↑ 5 games in North America and PAL regions, none of which are exclusive to these regions; 5 games in Japan, none of which are exclusive to this region.
Announced in a Nintendo Direct on September 12, 2025, Virtual Boy games are being added to the service on February 17, 2026.[143] The games require the use of an additional accessory for play, which is used to recreate the stereoscopic 3D effect of the original system.[143] The accessory will be available in two formats: a plastic mount based on the original system, and a cardboard sleeve.[143] A total of 15[a] games are planned to be added to the service over time.[144][145]
↑ 14 games in North America and PAL regions, none of which are exclusive to these regions; 15 games in Japan, one of which is exclusive to this region.
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