Pokémon Adds Another Game to the NSO Library

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team Joins Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack

Get ready for a dungeon-crawling adventure! Nintendo has announced that the classic Game Boy Advance title, Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team, will be available on the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack service starting August 9th. This beloved Pokémon roguelike offers a unique experience, letting players become Pokémon themselves to solve a captivating mystery.

Expansion Pack Enhances Classic Game Library

The Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack continues to expand its library of retro games. This addition of Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team joins a growing collection of Nintendo 64, Game Boy Advance, and Sega Genesis titles. Originally released in 2006, this game allows players to explore dungeons, complete missions, and uncover the secrets behind their transformation into a Pokémon. A companion title, Blue Rescue Team, was released for the Nintendo DS, and a remake, Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team DX, launched for the Switch in 2020.

Mainline Pokémon Games Still Sought After

While the addition of Red Rescue Team is exciting news, many fans continue to express their desire for mainline Pokémon games, such as Pokémon Red and Blue, to be included in the Expansion Pack. So far, the service has primarily featured spin-off titles like Pokémon Snap and Pokémon Puzzle League. Speculation regarding the absence of mainline games ranges from N64 Transfer Pak compatibility issues to potential challenges with Nintendo Switch Online's infrastructure and integration with the Pokémon Home app.

Nintendo Switch Online Mega Multiplayer Festival Offers

Beyond the Red Rescue Team announcement, Nintendo is also hosting a Mega Multiplayer Festival until September 8th. Resubscribing to a 12-month Nintendo Switch Online membership will reward you with two bonus months! Additional perks include bonus Gold Points on game purchases (August 5th-18th) and upcoming multiplayer game trials (August 19th-25th). A Nintendo Mega Multiplayer game sale will also follow from August 26th to September 8th, 2024.

Looking Ahead to the Switch 2

With the anticipated release of the Nintendo Switch 2 on the horizon, the future of Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack remains to be seen. How this service will integrate with the new console is currently unknown. For more information on the upcoming Switch 2, follow the link provided [link would go here].