The Nintendo Switch Online service continues to enrich its classic games collection with four nostalgic Game Boy titles. Subscribers can now revisit these 90s gems alongside other retro offerings from NES, SNES, and Game Boy systems - all included in the standard subscription tier.

The Game Boy catalog on Switch Online already features legendary titles like Super Mario Land series, the 1994 Donkey Kong, Metroid 2, and Tetris. This latest update brings even more diversity to the retro gaming experience available to subscribers.

Newly Added Game Boy Classics

The May 2025 update introduces:

• Survival Kids: A pioneering survival game challenging players to endure on a deserted island through crafting, fire-building, and food preparation
• Gradius: The Interstellar Assault: A side-scrolling shooter maintaining the series' signature challenge
• Kirby's Star Stacker: A charming puzzle game featuring Kirby in a block-matching adventure
• The Sword of Hope: A turn-based RPG offering classic fantasy dungeon crawling

Survival Kids' Legacy Continues

The inclusion of Survival Kids holds special significance as Nintendo prepares to launch a sequel for Switch 2. This survival series evolved into the Lost in Blue franchise on DS and Wii, but the upcoming installment returns to its original naming convention while introducing four-player cooperative gameplay - a first for the series.

With the original now readily available through Switch Online, players can experience the roots of this survival franchise while anticipating its next-generation revival. The sequel is confirmed as one of five exclusive launch titles planned for Nintendo's next console.

Accessing the Classics

These Game Boy titles join an ever-growing library of retro games available through Nintendo Switch Online. Unlike N64 or Sega Genesis titles that require the Expansion Pack, these Game Boy classics are accessible to all subscribers at the base tier, making classic gaming more accessible than ever on modern hardware.