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Nintendo

Platform(s): Game Boy Advance, GameCube, New Nintendo 2DS XL, New Nintendo 3DS XL, Nintendo 2DS, Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo DS, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, Wii, WiiU, iOS
Genre: Hardware
Publisher: Nintendo
Release Date: March 2017

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Nintendo Download Thursday, May 1, 2025

by Rainier on May 1, 2025 @ 9:13 a.m. PDT

In addition to providing single and multiplayer thrills at home, the Nintendo Switch system also enables gamers to play the same title wherever, whenever and with whomever they choose.

Nintendo Switch Online is a paid membership service that allows members to team up or face off online in compatible Nintendo Switch games, such as Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Luigi’s Mansion 3, Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield. Members also enjoy a curated library of NES and Super NES classic games, including Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Metroid and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, among many others. To find out more about the benefits that come with Nintendo Switch Online, to view membership options and to learn about a free seven-day trial for new users, visit here.

With a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership, players get access to even more benefits, including a library of Nintendo 64 games with newly added online play for up to four players (additional accessories may be required for multiplayer mode; sold separately), Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Happy Home Paradise DLC and retro SEGA Genesis games.

Note: Some demo versions do not support all game features, and players cannot save their in-game progress in demo versions. To enjoy the 3D effect of Nintendo 3DS software, you must experience it from the system itself. . Use Parental Controls to restrict 3D mode for children 6 and under.

Pre-orders:

  • EA SPORTS Madden NFL 26 – Every game is a challenge on your path to becoming an NFL legend. Bring authenticity to your gameplay with years of NFL game data including next-level coaching, QB authenticity and explosive gameplay. Pre-order the Standard Edition today on Nintendo eShop and receive the MUT Cover Athlete Elite Player Item, Franchise Coach Ability Points and Super Star Legendary XP Boost. EA SPORTS Madden NFL 26 Deluxe Edition is also available for pre-order, giving you up to three days of early access, exclusive solo challenges and all items from the standard edition pre-order! Dominate the league when EA SPORTS Madden NFL 26 launches on Aug. 14 for the Nintendo Switch 2 system.
  • BRAVELY DEFAULT FLYING FAIRY HD Remaster – Follow four Warriors of Light on a journey to restore the elemental crystals in this HD remaster of the Nintendo 3DS RPG masterpiece, BRAVELY DEFAULT. Experience an RPG that brings depth to classic, turn-based battles with the “Brave & Default” system – featuring an array of options to customize your characters with over 20 unique jobs. The game also includes quality of life updates and two new minigames that leverage the dual mouse controls* of Nintendo Switch 2. BRAVELY DEFAULT FLYING FAIRY HD Remaster comes to Nintendo Switch 2 on launch day, June 5. Pre-order is available now on Nintendo eShop.
  • Street Fighter 6– Experience the next evolution of Street Fighter in Street Fighter 6 with three distinct game modes, new gameplay features and enhanced visuals. Fight your way to the top with new game modes exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2, like Local Wireless One on One and Avatar Matches**. Enjoy new party modes utilizing the Joy-Con 2 controllers, like Gyro Battle and Calorie Contest. Choose from Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighters Edition, or the digital version of Street Fighter 6 when it launches on June 5 for Nintendo Switch 2. Pre-order for Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighters Edition is available now on Nintendo eShop.

Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch

Game Trials:

  • STAR WARS: Episode I: Jedi Power Battlesand STAR WARS: Bounty Hunter– Journey to a galaxy far, far away with this new Game Trial featuring two titles set in the STAR WARS universe! Nintendo Switch Online members*** can access the free Game Trial period until May 6 at 11:59 p.m. PT. If you decide to purchase the game during or after this offer, you’ll keep all save data, so you won’t have to worry about losing your progress! Additionally, Nintendo Switch Online members can earn 100 My Nintendo Platinum Points**** by participating. As an added bonus, you can purchase STAR WARS: Episode I: Jedi Power Battles for 25% off and STAR WARS: Bounty Hunter for 50% off until May 6 at 11:59 p.m. PT.

Nintendo Music:

  • Starting Line Jam Sessions – Rev up those speakers – it’s time for even more racing riffs from the Mario Kart series! The Mario Kart 7 soundtrack is available now on Nintendo Music, the smart-device app for Nintendo soundtracks*****. Give your day a little boost and get pumped with tracks like “Toad Circuit” and “Neo Bowser City”, whether you’re soaring past the competition or just trying to stay above water. Nintendo Music is exclusively for Nintendo Switch Online members. For more info, visit: https://www.nintendo.com/us/switch/online/nintendo-switch-online/nintendo-music/.

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