Nintendo Switch Online Welcomes Mario and Donkey Kong Classics

Nintendo has expanded its Switch Online subscription service by adding two classic Game Boy titles: the iconic 1994 puzzle platformer Donkey Kong, which builds upon the original DK arcade excitement, and Mario's Picross, a beloved puzzle game first released in 1995. Players can dive into Donkey Kong to experience a nostalgic blend of familiar levels and engaging mechanics, while Mario's Picross offers a fun twist on traditional Picross gameplay set in the Mushroom Kingdom. Nintendo Switch Online subscribers should be excited about the upcoming Nintendo Direct on April 2, which is expected to reveal details about the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 and its backward compatibility.

The newly added titles are Donkey Kong (1994) and Mario's Picross (1995), both of which bring iconic puzzle-solving elements back to gamers on the Switch Online platform.

Donkey Kong is celebrated for its innovation and influence on the platforming genre, serving as a pivotal title in Nintendo's gaming history. Mario's Picross, being one of the first Picross games introduced to the western market, paved the way for a series of popular puzzle games that continue to resonate with fans. Both games showcase Nintendo's commitment to preserving and sharing its rich legacy of classic titles.