If you've been wondering when you will finally be able to enjoy Virtual Console games on the Switch, you might be in for some disappointment...

Answering to Kotaku, a Nintendo Spokesperson said that “there are currently no plans to bring classic games together under the Virtual Console banner as has been done on other Nintendo systems.”

“There are a variety of ways in which classic games from Nintendo and other publishers are made available on Nintendo Switch, such as through Nintendo Entertainment System – Nintendo Switch Online, Nintendo eShop or as packaged collections,” the Nintendo spokesperson added. “Nintendo Entertainment System – Nintendo Switch Online will provide a fun new way to experience classic NES games that will be different from the Virtual Console service, thanks to enhancements such as added online play, voice chat via the Nintendo Switch Online app and the various play modes of Nintendo Switch.”

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[Zense]

I kinda feel stupid for having thought that the games I bought on WiiU and 3DS's VC would carry over. To me this just seemed logical that since they were still releasing new VC games after announcing and showcasing the Switch (and they still did after its launch like pokemon).

Before I rage, I guess I should convinve myself to wait and see how it turns out in a couple of months. Many things need to be seen.
-Will you get to keep the monthly games?
-Will the emulation/emulator be good (no color problems, lack of options or stupid pal/ntsc differences?)
-Will we get licensed games?
-Will cross console features be supported on VC (gbc->n64, gba->gc etc..)

 

[Tigran]

So why couldn't this thread be worded differently? Like "Nintendo drops VC brand name" or something?

Because Clickbait and people fall for it instead of actually reading the full article.

 

[lexarvn]

NES Games suck. No SNES games on the online service made me loose all hope in Ninty

Why is everyone talking like it will only ever be NES games? That's all that is announced, sure, but I seriously doubt that Nintendo won't add other console games to its new service. They probably just aren't ready to announce others and might possibly be using NES as just a testing ground to see if people like the "enhanced" classic gaming idea.

 

[Tigran]

Why is everyone talking like it will only ever be NES games? That's all that is announced, sure, but I seriously doubt that Nintendo won't add other console games to its new service. They probably just aren't ready to announce others and might possibly be using NES as just a testing ground to see if people like the "enhanced" classic gaming idea.

Because instead of trying to use logic, they jump to random conclusions.

 

[the_randomizer]

Why is everyone talking like it will only ever be NES games? That's all that is announced, sure, but I seriously doubt that Nintendo won't add other console games to its new service. They probably just aren't ready to announce others and might possibly be using NES as just a testing ground to see if people like the "enhanced" classic gaming idea.

But why start off with NES? Every single console has started off with NES. Why not Snes, why not N64, why not something different instead of NES ad nauseum? Come on, Nintendo.

I kinda feel stupid for having thought that the games I bought on WiiU and 3DS's VC would carry over. Call me stupid, but it only seemed logical when they were releasing new VC games after announcing and showcasing the Switch (and they still are).

Before I rage, I guess I should convinve myself to wait and see how it turns out in a couple of months. Many things need to be seen.
-Will you get to keep the monthly games?
-Will the emulation/emulator be good (no color problems, lack of options or stupid pal/ntsc differences?)
-Will we get licensed games?
-Will cross console features be supported on VC (gbc->n64, gba->gc etc..)

Unless NERD develops the emulators, don't count on it.

 

[Tigran]

But why start off with NES? Every single console has started off with NES. Why not Snes, why not N64, why not something different instead of NES ad nauseum? Come on, Nintendo.

I actually agree with you.. but the reasoning is litterally "Why is Mighty Morphin Power Rangers more known? Why is it the 80s Turtles always referenced. Why is it always gen 1 Transformers... Why is it always gen 1 pokemon."

Like it or not... there is your answer.

 

[the_randomizer]

I actually agree with you.. but the reasoning is litterally "Why is Mighty Morphin Power Rangers more known? Why is it the 80s Turtles always referenced. Why is it always gen 1 Transformers... Why is it always gen 1 pokemon."

Like it or not... there is your answer.

I just...don't like NES, like, at all. Snes is my first console, and would've made more sense. *sigh* Yeah, not getting this for a very long time.

 

[lexarvn]

But why start off with NES? Every single console has started off with NES.

I would say you just answered your own question. Also, just as easily asked: Why not?

 

[Tigran]

And for some people.. Beast Wars was their first Transformers... Doesn't stop G1 from being the goto. x.x


*yes I hate it too*

 

[the_randomizer]

I would say you just answered your own question. Also, just as easily asked: Why not?

Because I have never owned an NES, I never got interested in NES and Snes would've been better IMO.

 

[lexarvn]

Because I have never owned an NES, I never got interested in NES and Snes would've been better IMO.

That's really not a good reason though. By that reasoning, I'm sure there are plenty of people that are thinking why couldn't they start with gba, n64, gc, or wii even?
I actually quite like the NES still and play games on it occasionally. Of course, I love dark souls too so lots of people think I'm just insane.

 

[the_randomizer]

That's really not a good reason though. By that reasoning, I'm sure there are plenty of people that are thinking why couldn't they start with gba, n64, gc, or wii even?
I actually quite like the NES still and play games on it occasionally. Of course, I love dark souls too so lots of people think I'm just insane.

They could have at least told us whether or not we could buy NES games too, but I doubt they will. If it's just play/rent then forget it.

 

[Eddypikachu]

just release the gamecube games you gave the nvidia shield in china on the switch, nintendo you had one job ;-;

 

[lexarvn]

They could have at least told us whether or not we could buy NES games too, but I doubt they will. If it's just play/rent then forget it.

Yeah, it sounds like it will only be part of the online service, which is why I speculated that you may not even download the games and you'll stream them from a server like ps now. Can't say for sure of course, but at any rate, being able to buy the NES games separate seems rather unlikely.

 

[Tigran]

Yeah, it sounds like it will only be part of the online service, which is why I speculated that you may not even download the games and you'll stream them from a server like ps now. Can't say for sure of course, but at any rate, being able to buy the NES games separate seems rather unlikely.

There is NO evidence that it's going to be streaming. Hell if PS now has proven.. unless you're in a very specific location in the US... that sucks horrible. Again. There is NO evidence to having to stream the games.

Hell.. we have evidence directly the contrary.

https://www.nintendo.com/whatsnew/d...ails-about-its-nintendo-switch-online-service

 

[the_randomizer]

Yeah, it sounds like it will only be part of the online service, which is why I speculated that you may not even download the games and you'll stream them from a server like ps now. Can't say for sure of course, but at any rate, being able to buy the NES games separate seems rather unlikely.

Yeah, I find that to be absolute bullshit. Screw online, I'm hacking my Switch.

There is NO evidence that it's going to be streaming. Hell if PS now has proven.. unless you're in a very specific location in the US... that sucks horrible. Again. There is NO evidence to having to stream the games.

Hell.. we have evidence directly the contrary.

https://www.nintendo.com/whatsnew/d...ails-about-its-nintendo-switch-online-service

There's no evidence that it'll allow purchases either. Screw rental only.

 

[Tigran]

Yeah, I find that to be absolute bullshit. Screw online, I'm hacking my Switch.



There's no evidence that it'll allow purchases either. Screw rental only.

You are jumping to illogical and wrong conclusions again.

 

[the_randomizer]

You are jumping to illogical and wrong conclusions again.

So what do you suggest? Wait till E3? I don't have exactly the highest expectations for this new VC like service.

 

[Tigran]

So what do you suggest? Wait till E3? I don't have exactly the highest expectations for this new VC like service.

Fine... What I suggest.. stop being a whiny baby and just hack the damn thing. But at least accept responsibility for it... stop acting like everyone is out to hurt you to make you do it. Put on some fucking big boy pants, do it...and take damn responsibility or don't. But stop this acting like a three year old.

 

[sarkwalvein]

Fine... What I suggest.. stop being a whiny baby and just hack the damn thing. But at least accept responsibility for it... stop acting like everyone is out to hurt you to make you do it. Put on some fucking big boy pants, do it...and take damn responsibility or don't. But stop this acting like a three year old.

Lol, though I agree with you, be more kind in how you say that!