Pokémon Adds Another Game to the NSO Library

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

Get ready for another classic Pokémon adventure! Nintendo announced that Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team will be available on the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack service starting August 9th. This beloved roguelike title, originally released on the Game Boy Advance in 2006, offers a unique Pokémon experience where players become Pokémon themselves, exploring dungeons and solving mysteries.

This addition expands the already impressive library of classic games accessible through the Expansion Pack, which includes titles from Nintendo 64, Game Boy Advance, and Sega Genesis.

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 added to the Expansion Pack. The inclusion of spin-off titles like Pokémon Snap and Pokémon Puzzle League has left some feeling unsatisfied. Speculation regarding the absence of mainline titles ranges from potential N64 Transfer Pak compatibility issues to concerns about Nintendo Switch Online's infrastructure and integration with the Pokémon Home app.

The complexities of app integration and ensuring fair trading practices within the online environment are likely contributing factors.

Nintendo Switch Online Mega Multiplayer Festival

Alongside the Red Rescue Team announcement, Nintendo revealed a fantastic offer for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers. As part of the Mega Multiplayer Festival (running until September 8th), purchasing a 12-month membership will grant two extra months free! This festival also includes bonus Gold Points on game purchases (August 5th-18th) and free multiplayer game trials (August 19th-25th), with specific titles to be announced soon. A Mega Multiplayer game sale will follow from August 26th to September 8th, 2024.

The Future of NSO on Switch 2

With the upcoming Switch 2 on the horizon, the future integration of Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack remains uncertain. How this service will transition to the new console is yet to be revealed.