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- by Liam Doolan
The Switch 2 isn’t merely introducing exciting new titles; its online service will also undergo an exclusive update that incorporates the GameCube catalog. Although it will launch with just a few titles, Nintendo has already hinted at additional options.
Nonetheless, we recognize that there are numerous other suggestions—so Alex and Zion have shared 10 games Nintendo Life would love to see added to this nostalgic Nintendo library. This selection includes both first-party and third-party titles, featuring a mix of safe choices and ambitious hopes.
Here’s the complete list, and you can find our commentary on each one in the video above:
- Animal Crossing
- Star Fox: Assault
- Phantasy Star Online
- Sonic Adventure 2: Battle
- Metroid Prime 2: Echoes
- TimeSplitters 2
- Zelda: Four Swords Adventures
- Luigi’s Mansion (confirmed)
- Star Fox Adventures
- Doshin The Giant
You can view the complete list of games Nintendo has already verified for the Switch Online + Expansion service on Switch 2 in our earlier coverage here on Nintendo Life. When this library launches next month on 5th June 2025, it will debut with The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, F-Zero GX, and Soul Calibur II.
We have even more GameCube title requests in a detailed article here on Nintendo Life, should you wish to explore:
Which GameCube games would you like to see added to the Switch Online + Expansion Pack service? Share your thoughts in the comments.
Liam is a news writer and reviewer for Hookshot Media. He has been documenting games for over 15 years and maintains a lifelong passion for Mario, Master Chief, and many other legendary video game figures.