Exciting news for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers: a delightful update has arrived for the Game Boy app, bringing not only a new Easter egg but also a collection of classic titles from yesteryears. This update is designed to stir nostalgia while delivering an enhanced gaming experience.
Nintendo Switch Online Version 3.0.0: The Nostalgic Touch
The Game Boy app for Switch Online has been upgraded to Version 3.0.0, introducing a feature that displays the original boot screen of your selected Game Boy title. Whether your preference is the classic Game Boy, the sleek Game Boy Pocket, or the vibrant Game Boy Color, each mode offers its authentic startup experience, complete with original visuals and sounds.
Activating this Easter egg is a breeze—simply hold the left control stick on your Switch console as the app loads. This feature mirrors the Easter egg previously available in the Switch Online’s Game Boy Advance app.
Expand Your Game Library with New Classics
In addition to the nostalgic boot screens, today’s update enriches the Switch Online catalogue with four more retro games, ready for subscribers to explore:
- Battletoads (NES)
- Ninja Gaiden 2: The Dark Sword of Chaos (NES)
- Bionic Commando (Game Boy)
- Kid Icarus: Of Myths and Monsters (Game Boy)
Delectable choices abound—what will you dive into first?
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