Why GBA Games For Switch Online Are More Exciting Than N64
Nintendo Switch Online may be getting GBA games soon as a recent leak suggests Game Boy Advance games will soon be added to the service. This presents fans with an exciting prospect after the unsuccessful launch of the Nintendo 64 emulator through the service's Expansion Pack. While many are lamenting the missed opportunity that the NSO Expansion pack seems to be, more virtual console exclusives could still be in the works. With the possibility of a GBA update coming to NSO, Nintendo has a chance to regain the trust of Expansion Pack owners and recapture the interest of Nintendo fans by offering them the library of one of the most promising platforms it's ever maintained.
When Nintendo first revealed the Expansion Pack, its price point was already a subject of controversy. At $50 per year, fans felt the addition of the N64 games were not enough to justify a $30 price hike. Once the N64 games launched on Nintendo Switch Online, things got even worse for the company, as fans' criticisms of their overall quality set the narrative surrounding the Expansion.
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Though a lot of blame was accordingly placed on Nintendo for its poor execution, some of the responsibility for the failure lies with the N64 console itself. The N64 was revolutionary for its time, and its contribution to gaming with its original 3D graphics cannot be understated. However, it has not aged well in many ways; it lacks in crucial areas that make it an awkward choice to serve on a modern console with no modifications other than HD textures. A faithful Game Boy Advance Nintendo Switch Online addition could offer even more than the N64 did on NSO because of the console's extensive collection
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