Mario Party and Mario Party 2 join Nintendo Switch Online in November
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Mario Party and Mario Party 2 are appearing on Nintendo Switch Online next month, Nintendo has announced. Both will be available on November 2, 2022 for members of the Expansion Pack tier.
Mario Party launched for the N64 in 1999 (very end of 1998 in Japan) and was the original party-starter for the series. The classic four-player party game has you joining Mario and friends across nine action-packed Adventure Boards and 56 minigames in competition that can be experienced alone or with friends.
Video: Pilotwings 64 Switch vs. N64 graphics comparison
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Pilotwings 64 is appearing on Switch in less than a week, and GameXplain has now readied a comparison video to show how the graphics compare to the N64 original.
The biggest takeaway here is that on Switch, the game runs at a mostly smooth 60 frames per second. That’s a big step up from the initial release, which largely ran at 30 FPS (some dips, only menus were 60 FPS). Outside of that, the whole package is in proper HD like other N64 titles on Switch Online. The only slight downside is that the in-game timer looks a bit more wonky due to the increased frame rate.
Pilotwings 64 joins Nintendo Switch Online next week
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Pilotwings 64 will be added to Nintendo Switch Online as part of the Expansion Pack tier next week, Nintendo has announced. It will be available on October 13, 2022.
Here’s an overview of the game:
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Splatoon 3 user icons added to Nintendo Switch Online
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Original (9/8): Starting today, Nintendo Switch Online icons can claim new icons based on Splatoon 3. The first batch was just made available and comes just in time for the main game’s launch.
Nintendo is planning several waves of Splatoon 3 icons that will be cycled out on a weekly basis. Expect new batches until October 6. Fans can obtain icons for characters, backgrounds, and frames. Characters cost 10 My Nintendo Platinum Points each while everything else is 5 Platinum Points.
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Nintendo Switch Online app update out now (version 2.3.0), adds Splatoon 3 widgets, patch notes
Posted on 2 years ago by Nicolas in Mobile, News, Switch | 0 comments
A new update has just released for the Nintendo Switch Online mobile app, bringing it to version 2.3.0.
This update mostly focuses on SplatNet 3 functionality; specifically, it allows the use of widgets for the app, letting you display the battle logs, stage schedule, current gear loadout and/or album directly onto your home screen.
Here are the full patch notes for the Nintendo Switch Online app version 2.3.0 update:
Nintendo Switch Online adds NES icons
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Original (9/5): To kick off the month of September, NES icons have now been added to the Nintendo Switch Online service. They can be redeemed with points on My Nintendo.
Icons are available based on characters – and that’s it. Typically we see backgrounds and frames as well, but there are none of those this time around. At least for wave one, fans can get their hands on icons for Super Mario Bros., Balloon Fight, Tennis, Baseball, Soccer, Volleyball, and Ice Hockey plus consoles and accessories from the era, from both inside and outside Japan. Each one will set you back 10 Platinum Points from My Nintendo.
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The Jackbox Party Pack 3 is Europe’s next Switch Online Game Trial
Posted on 2 years ago by Dawn in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
It has been announced that Nintendo Switch Online subscribers in Europe will be able to try The Jackbox Party Pack 3 for free as part of the latest Switch Online Game Trial. Like other Switch Online Game Trials, players who hold a Nintendo Switch Online subscription will be able to play the entirety of the game’s content for the duration of the trial, which is scheduled to go live on September 28. Here’s some more information about the game:
The threequel to the party game phenomenon features five new sense-shattering games!
The say-anything sequel – Quiplash 2 (3-8 players). Play all new questions or make your own!
The deadly quiz show – Trivia Murder Party (1-8 players). Match wits with a trivia-obsessed killer.
The surprising survey game – Guesspionage (2-8 players). Guess the results to silly survey questions.
The t-shirt slugfest – Tee K.O. (3-8 players). Battle your custom t-shirts to the death!
The sneaky trickster game – Fakin’ It (3-6 players). One of your friends has something to hide.
Play using your phones, tablets, or computers. No extra controllers needed!All games support up to 10,000 audience members playing along!
Plus tons of new features just for streamers! It’s a digital box full of actual fun!
The Jackbox Party Pack 3 is in English only.
SEGA Genesis games Earthworm Jim, Alisia Dragoon, Beyond Oasis added to Switch Online
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A few more SEGA Genesis games are now available on Nintendo Switch Online, as Earthworm Jim, Alisia Dragoon, and Beyond Oasis have just been added. All three can be accessed if you’re subscribed to the Expansion Pack tier.
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GoldenEye 007 re-release online multiplayer is exclusive to Switch
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The inclusion of online multiplayer for GoldenEye 007’s re-release is exclusive to Switch, it’s been confirmed.
The acclaimed shooter GoldenEye 007 is finally making a comeback with the game set to appear on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack. It’ll also be coming to Xbox Game Pass as well. However, players that pick up the Xbox version won’t have access to online multiplayer.
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Harvest Moon 64 to be made available on Nintendo Switch Online in Japan
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Over in Japan, it’s been announced that Harvest Moon 64 will be added to Nintendo Switch Online. The game will be offered as part of the Expansion Pack tier.
Nintendo announced a bunch of new N64 games for Nintendo Switch Online today, including the long-awaited return of GoldenEye 007. However, as of now, Harvest Moon has not been announced for the west.
The one piece of good news is that those with a Japanese Nintendo Account will be able to play Harvest Moon 64 on their Switch, though obviously English won’t be included. The game’s release is planned for 2023.
