Nintendo sets worrying trend ahead of Switch 2 release date | Gaming | Entertainment




Nintendo has just set a worrying trend ahead of the launch of the Switch 2.

The Nintendo equivalent of PS Plus and Xbox Game Pass Core, Nintendo Switch Online gives subscribers access to online multiplayer, as well as a selection of bonus games to play as part of the membership package.

This includes classic NES, SNES and Game Boy titles, as well as SEGA Mega Drive, N64 and Game Boy Advance releases for subscribers on the higher tier.

However, for the first time since the service launched back in 2018, Nintendo has removed a game from the service.

According to a post on the eShop, classic football game Super Soccer will be removed from Nintendo Switch Online at the end of March.

"Starting 28/03/25 at 1am (UTC), the Super Soccer game currently playable as part of the Super Nintendo Entertainment System - Nintendo Switch Online library will no longer be available," reads an eShop post.

It's a shame because while not the best football game from the era, I've always had a soft spot for Super Soccer.

With the Switch 2 on the horizon and Nintendo likely to make alterations to its Switch Online service, the removal of a classic SNES game also sets a worrying precedent.

Hopefully Nintendo can make a deal to bring Super Soccer back to Switch Online in the future, and fingers crossed we don't get more game removals in the weeks and months leading to the Switch 2 launch.

After a brief teaser trailer earlier this year, the Switch 2 will be showcased in full during a Nintendo Direct event in April.

Taking place on April 2, the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct will shed light on the price and release date, while also showcasing some of the upcoming games.

Nintendo may spend time detailing its plans for Switch Online during the event, although this seems unlikely.

Fans will be hoping that Nintendo adds Gamecube games to Switch Online, which would massively boost subscriptions.

Speaking of Nintendo Switch 2 games, the announcement trailer (above) suggests Mario Kart 9 is in development for the console at launch.

Better yet, it looks like Mario Kart 9 could support 24-person multiplayer, which should lead to some chaotic races.

Of course, you'll need to subscribe to Nintendo Switch Online to play against friends over the internet, so maybe Nintendo will discuss the service during the event.



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Posted: 2025-03-02 16:24:09

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