Nintendo has expanded its Nintendo Switch Online offerings by adding three iconic Sega Genesis games to its collection. This November update further enriches the platform’s already impressive lineup of classic titles. Currently, the service includes a variety of games from the Game Boy Color and Nintendo 64 days, as well as an extensive library of Super Nintendo Entertainment System titles.
Amidst rumors about the upcoming Switch 2, enthusiastic fans are eagerly sifting through leaks, hoping to discover any hints about its potential release date. As discussions around the new console heat up, Nintendo continues to surprise retro game lovers by introducing beloved games like Banjo-Tooie, Shadow Man, and Turok 2: Seeds of Evil. These nostalgic additions are perfect for revisiting cherished childhood memories, especially with the holiday season approaching.
In this latest expansion, Sega Genesis classics such as Wolf of the Battlefield: MERCS, ToeJam & Earl in Panic on Funkotron, and Vectorman have been added to Nintendo Switch Online’s SNES catalog. MERCS, a run-and-gun shooter from 1990, joins the party alongside the 1993 sequel of ToeJam & Earl, and the 1995 2D action platformer Vectorman. These timeless gems arrive just as Sega has pulled many classics from digital stores, providing a sigh of relief to fans who were missing their Genesis favorites.
To enjoy these nostalgic Sega titles from the ’90s, Nintendo Switch users must have a Switch Online membership and subscribe to the Expansion Pack, which unlocks access to these older games. As a bonus for Black Friday shoppers, Nintendo is offering a special buy-one-get-one-free promotion on these memberships, though it’s important to check for any regional restrictions. Excited fans have already proclaimed these Genesis additions as some of the best titles ever, and there’s buzzing demand on social media for more Game Boy classics like Tekken Advance and the 2000 release of Metal Gear Solid.
It’s worth noting that millions of Nintendo Switch Online subscribers will face a disruption in 2026 due to the end of Nintendo’s partnership with Tencent in China. Nevertheless, in the meantime, the service is introducing a wave of historic games to a new generation of players. Many subscribers are discovering classics like the ToeJam & Earl series for the very first time, showcasing the timeless appeal of these retro games.
