While Nintendo usually limits its Nintendo Switch Online drops to one platform at a time, today it is adding two new games each from two different classic platforms: Battletoads and Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword Of Chaos for NES, and Kid Icarus: Of Myths and Monsters and Bionic Commando for Game Boy.
Of the new additions, Rare’s 1991 NES beat-em-up Battletoads is remembered by gamers for being one of the most difficult games of the era, with many planning a rematch as the game comes to Switch for the first time.
These #NES and #GameBoy games are now available to play for #NintendoSwitchOnline members!
NES:
☑️ Ninja Gaiden II™: The Dark Sword of Chaos
☑️ BATTLETOADS™
Game Boy:
☑️ Kid Icarus: Of Myths and Monsters
☑️ BIONIC COMMANDO pic.twitter.com/Y6qkIiZcg2— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) November 26, 2025
The new drop of games also includes two sequels to games that are already part of the Nintendo Switch Online library. Tecmo’s Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword Of Chaos is the second game in the franchise’s NES trilogy, following on from the original Ninja Gaiden, which is already on Nintendo Switch Online. Game Boy title Kid Icarus: Of Myths And Monsters is also a sequel to the original Kid Icarus, which is also available in the Nintendo Switch Online’s NES library.
It’s exciting to see Battletoads making its way to Nintendo Switch Online! Classic games have a special charm, and it’s great that players can enjoy them on a new platform. Looking forward to seeing what other classics get added next!
Absolutely, it’s great to see Battletoads back in the spotlight! Classic games like this not only bring nostalgia but also introduce a new generation of players to their unique gameplay styles. Plus, it’s interesting to see how these classic titles can still hold up against modern gaming trends.
Absolutely, it’s great to see Battletoads back in the spotlight! Classic games like this not only bring nostalgia but also introduce younger players to the unique challenges and fun of retro gaming. It’s interesting how these games are being reimagined for new audiences while retaining their original charm.
Absolutely, it’s great to see Battletoads back in the spotlight! Classic games like this not only bring nostalgia but also introduce a new generation to their unique gameplay. It’s interesting how these retro titles can still hold their own against modern games, showing that good design never really goes out of style!