Game Boy Advance Games Just Got Better on Nintendo Switch Online

With the recent update to Nintendo Switch Online, the enjoyment of Game Boy Advance games has been significantly enhanced on the Nintendo Switch. Presently, through the Expansion Pack, a variety of more than twenty Game Boy Advance games are accessible via Nintendo Switch Online, catering to both existing and future Nintendo Switch users. Despite the attention being given to incorporating new N64 and GameCube games, it’s worth noting that the handheld released in 2001 has just received some well-deserved attention.

The latest update, version 3.0.0, for the Nintendo Classics – Game Boy Advance, has been rolled out recently. This new version comes packed with fresh features and enhancements. One such feature includes the ability to customize button layouts for Game Boy Advance games, giving Nintendo Switch Online users the freedom to adjust settings according to their preferences. Interestingly, Nintendo had implemented a similar customization feature for SNES games just last month.

There’s More

As a gaming enthusiast, I’m thrilled about the recent update! The standout feature is definitely the button remapping, but that’s not all. In handheld mode, when you play Game Boy Advance games, they now run at a stunning 1080p resolution – a significant upgrade from the lower resolution they used to have.

Additionally, you’ll discover some hidden features. Upon opening the application, simply keep the left joystick pressed in any direction to trigger the classic Game Boy Advance startup screen, accompanied by the iconic “Super Mario Advance” coin sound.

It appears that all Nintendo Switch Online systems are expected to receive these types of updates, setting a standard for future consoles as well. Furthermore, rumors suggest the addition of both the Wii and DS consoles, with details on which one will arrive first. At present, there is no news about any other platforms joining them.

New Game Boy Advance Game

In this latest update, a new Game Boy Advance game called “Magical Vacation,” an RPG from 2001 that was only ever released in Japan, was added. Since it hasn’t been translated or distributed internationally before, it’s likely the reason this game is exclusive to the Japanese version of Nintendo Switch Online.

Here are the Game Boy Advance games accessible on Nintendo Switch Online that you might not be familiar with: Super Mario Advance, Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3, Mario Kart: Super Circuit, Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga, WarioWare, Inc.: Mega Microgame$, Kuru Kuru Kururin, The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap, Metroid Fusion, F-Zero: Maximum Velocity, The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past & Four Swords, Metroid: Zero Mission, Kirby & The Amazing Mirror, Fire Emblem, Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones, Wario Land 4, Yoshi’s Island: Super Mario Advance 3, Golden Sun, Golden Sun: The Lost Age, Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team, F-Zero: GP Legend, F-Zero Climax, Densetsu no Stafy, Densetsu no Stafy 2, and Densetsu no Stafy 3.

After considering all the points, and as usual, we welcome your feedback. Are you planning to explore any Game Boy Advance games on Nintendo Switch now that they’ve been updated?

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2025-09-06 01:42