Nintendo Switch Online Monthly Recap: AUGUST
26 August 2022
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There’s so much to experience with Nintendo Switch Online, so let’s take a look at all the new updates from the month!
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass Wave 2 added to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack!
Wave 2 of the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass* is out now!
Race around eight additional courses, including the brand new Sky-High Sundae! Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members have access at no additional cost.
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New to the growing Nintendo Entertainment System and Super Nintendo Entertainment System library of games
Nintendo Entertainment System:
DAIVA STORY 6 IMPERIAL OF NIRSARTIA
Super Nintendo Entertainment System:
Fighter’s History
Kirby's Avalanche
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New to the growing Nintendo 64 library of games
Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members have exclusive access to play Nintendo 64 games.
Wave Race 64
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TETRIS® 99 Grand Prix
Nintendo Switch Online members had the chance to compete in online battles in the 30th TETRIS® 99 Grand Prix and collect at least 10 event points to unlock each custom theme in TETRIS® 99 permanently.
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Save up to AU $35.00 / NZ $41.45 with Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers.
A New game added to the catalogue:
Xenoblade Chronicles 3
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Play the latest games with online functionality
Pair your Nintendo Switch Online membership with some of the newest games available for purchase on Nintendo eShop:
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A look back on August’s Game Trial
Between 18/08 and 24/08, Nintendo Switch Online members could play the full game: Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA.
Game Trials are announced on the Nintendo Switch Online app on your Nintendo Switch device, so stay tuned for the next one!
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Check out some of the latest icon parts and missions added to Missions & Rewards
Complete Missions:
Play Nintendo Entertainment System Software; Mario's Super Picross
Redeem Platinum Points for icon parts:
Animal Crossing: New Horizons - August
Kirby and the Forgotten Land - August
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe - August
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 – August
Missed out? Keep an eye on the Nintendo Switch Online app so you don’t miss the latest updates!
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Fun fact
Nintendo Entertainment System – Nintendo Switch Online launched with only 20 games and now it’s a growing catalogue of over 75 games.
We hope you enjoyed your monthly Nintendo Switch Online recap!
*Please note: waves of courses cannot be purchased individually. A copy of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe for Nintendo Switch is required to use the contents of the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass.
Multiplayer requires one compatible controller per player. Additional controllers (sold separately) may be required.
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