Nintendo Classics
Memberships include access to a curated library of over 150 classic games! Even better, games include added online functionality so you can compete or cooperate with friends.
Nintendo Switch Online members get access to the Nintendo Entertainment System™ - Nintendo Classics, Super Nintendo Entertainment System™ - Nintendo Classics, and Game Boy™ – Nintendo Classics collections of games.
Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members also get access to the Nintendo 64™ – Nintendo Classics, Nintendo 64™ – Nintendo Classics: MATURE 17+, Game Boy Advance - Nintendo Classics and SEGA Genesis™ – Nintendo Switch Online collections of games.
Nintendo GameCube™ – Nintendo Classics titles are also available for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members on the Nintendo Switch 2 system.
SEGA Genesis – Nintendo Switch Online
Unleash classic SEGA Genesis™ games—like Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Earthworm Jim, and Gunstar Heroes—that are fun to play anytime, anywhere!
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Wondering which Nintendo Switch Online membership you should purchase? See what each plan offers and decide which one fits you best.
Don’t forget—you can team up with seven other people with a Family Membership! Each of you can enjoy all the benefits of a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack for only about $10 per person a year—share the fun and share the savings!
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Nintendo Switch Online
Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack
Maximum Nintendo Accounts
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Online Play
Nintendo Entertainment System™ - Nintendo Classics
Super Nintendo Entertainment System™ - Nintendo Classics
Game Boy™ - Nintendo Classics
Nintendo Music*
GameChat** - Exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2
Save Data Cloud
Special Offers
Nintendo GameCube™ - Nintendo Classics - Exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo 64™ – Nintendo Classics
Game Boy Advance™ – Nintendo Classics
The Legend of Zelda™: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch™ 2 Edition Upgrade Pack***
The Legend of Zelda™: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo Switch™ 2 Edition Upgrade Pack***
Mario Kart™ 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass***
Animal Crossing™: New Horizons - Happy Home Paradise***
Splatoon™ 2: Octo Expansion***
SEGA Genesis™ – Nintendo Switch Online
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Frequently asked questions
Here are some frequently asked questions (and answers!) about Nintendo Switch Online and Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack.
Do Nintendo Switch Online games expire?
Active Nintendo Switch Online members will have ongoing access to all classic games in the NES™, Super NES™ and Game Boy™ - Nintendo Switch Online collections. Active Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members will have ongoing access to all classic games in the NES, Super NES, Game Boy, Nintendo 64™, Game Boy™ Advance and SEGA Genesis™ collections.
How can I access Nintendo Switch Online Classic games?
With an active Nintendo Switch Online membership, you can download the Nintendo Entertainment System – Nintendo Switch Online and Super Nintendo Entertainment System – Nintendo Switch Online apps from Nintendo eShop or Nintendo.com directly to your system. If you have a paid Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pass membership, you can also download the Nintendo 64 – Nintendo Switch Online and SEGA Genesis – Nintendo Switch Online applications. Once they are downloaded to your system, start the app and choose a game to play!
How do I start a Nintendo Online Classic game?
After you have downloaded a Nintendo Switch Online classic game library app to your Nintendo Switch system (for example, Nintendo Switch Online - Nintendo Entertainment System), start the app and choose a game to play!
Can I play Nintendo Switch Online classic games offline?
Yes, classic games can be played while you're offline. However, you must have an active membership and verify your membership every seven days by connecting online.
How often are games added to the Nintendo Switch Online game libraries?
The classic game libraries will continue to grow over time. For the latest info, select Nintendo Switch Online from the HOME Menu of your Nintendo Switch console.
Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features. Free trial automatically converts to 1-month auto-renewing membership at the then-current price unless canceled. Free trial cannot be redeemed for a Nintendo Switch Online – Expansion Pack membership nor by a Nintendo Account with an active Individual Membership or Family Membership. Not available in all countries. Terms apply. nintendo.com/purchase-terms/
*Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required. Not available in all countries. Internet and compatible smart device required to use app. Data charges may apply. Terms apply. nintendo.com/purchase-terms
**Internet, Nintendo Switch Online membership and Nintendo Account required for online features, including GameChat. Not available in all countries. Terms and GameChat requirements apply. support.nintendo.com Games, systems, memberships and some accessories sold separately.
***Full version of game required to use content for that game. Sold separately.