Summary
Nintendo Switch Onlinehas added yet another classic title, this time bringing Rare’s 2D fighting gameKiller Instinct Goldto its collection of N64 games. This game is available forNintendo Switch Onlineusers who also pay for the Expansion Pack.
Nintendo Switch Online’s Expansion Pack tier includes access to a growing libraryof titles from different retro consoles like the Nintendo 64, Sega Genesis, and Game Boy Advance, letting players revisit classics on modern hardware. The offering includes some all-time hits from the past, likeSuper Mario 64,The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time,Majora’s Mask,Banjo-Kazooie, among many others. In addition, the games come with features that allow players to pause and rewind, save at any point, enjoy multiplayer support—even if the original games were local-only—, and take advantage of enhanced aspect ratios or minor visual improvements for some titles. Nintendo continues to expand its library and is now adding yet another classic.
Killer Instinct Gold Trailer for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack
Killer Instinctalso became popular for its defensive mechanics, which enabled players to execute “combo breakers” to interrupt opponents' combos. The game features a roster of 10 fighters and different game modes, including Arcade, Tournament, Practice, and even Team Mode, allowing players to enjoy this classic alongside friends. Despite being a 2D game,Killer Instinct Goldleveraged pre-rendered 3D backgrounds that created a sense of depth in a time when 3D was just breaking into the industry.
Nintendo continues to expand its Switch Online library. Earlier in the year,Ridge Racer 64was added to the catalog of N64 titles, bringing what many regard as one of the best racing games on the console. Moreover, fans will be pleased to know that with the imminent release of the Switch 2, Nintendo 64 games on the new console will come with new features like a retro filter that allows players to set up the game in a way that resembles the original experience. While players keep exploring the N64 catalog on the Switch, they can now dive intoKiller Instinct Gold’s high-stakes fights.
