Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team Joins Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack
Get ready for a dungeon-crawling adventure! Nintendo announced that the classic Game Boy Advance title, Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team, will be available on the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack service starting August 9th. This beloved Pokémon roguelike joins the growing library of retro games accessible to Expansion Pack subscribers.
This exciting addition offers players the chance to experience the original mystery dungeon adventure where you become a Pokémon. Explore challenging dungeons, embark on thrilling missions, and unravel the secrets behind your transformation. While a Nintendo DS sequel, Blue Rescue Team, and a Nintendo Switch remake, Rescue Team DX, exist, this GBA original provides a unique experience for fans.
The Expansion Pack's Pokémon Selection Sparks Debate
The addition of Red Rescue Team continues the trend of adding Pokémon spin-offs to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack. Previous additions, like Pokémon Snap and Pokémon Puzzle League, have led to some fan disappointment, with many expressing a desire for mainline Pokémon games like Pokémon Red and Blue to be included.
Theories surrounding this absence range from potential N64 Transfer Pak compatibility issues to complications with the Nintendo Switch's Pokémon Home app integration. The lack of complete ownership of the Pokémon Home app by Nintendo is cited as a possible hurdle to seamless integration. As one fan noted, ensuring fair trading mechanics within the online environment is likely a key consideration.
Nintendo Switch Online: Mega Multiplayer Festival Offers
Alongside the Red Rescue Team announcement, Nintendo revealed a special offer for Nintendo Switch Online resubscribers. As part of the Mega Multiplayer Festival (running until September 8th), purchasing a 12-month subscription from the eShop or My Nintendo Store will reward you with two extra months of playtime!
Further bonuses include increased Gold Points on game purchases (August 5th-18th) and free multiplayer game trials (August 19th-25th; specific titles to be announced later). A Mega Multiplayer game sale will follow from August 26th to September 8th, 2024.
The future of Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack on the upcoming Switch 2 remains uncertain. Learn more about the Switch 2 in the article linked below.
