Nintendo is celebrating “MAR10 Day” – March 10th – with the addition of three classic games to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscription service. The move underscores the growing trend of retro gaming appealing to both nostalgia and a desire for simpler gaming experiences in an era of increasingly complex titles.
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The three titles, available starting March 10th, span two retro platforms: Mario’s Tennis and Mario Clash will be accessible through the Virtual Boy application, while Mario vs. Donkey Kong will be added to the Game Boy Advance game library. The addition of these games is available to subscribers of the Expansion Pack tier.
Notably, the Virtual Boy, originally released by Nintendo in 1995, was a short-lived console known for its red monochrome stereoscopic 3D display. Despite selling approximately 770,000 units, the system was discontinued due to poor market reception. Bringing these rare games to the Switch Online service is a boon for dedicated fans, and collectors.
Mario vs. Donkey Kong originally launched on the Game Boy Advance in 2004 and served as the first installment in the series. Players navigate over 100 levels, combining puzzle-solving with platforming action. A remake of the title was recently released on the Switch, but this re-release offers the original GBA version.
Nintendo appears to be leveraging MAR10 Day as an opportunity to attract subscribers to its higher-tier service. In Australia and New Zealand, a limited-time offer bundles a select Switch 2 hardware package with a 12-month subscription to “Switch Online + Expansion Pack.” This strategy mirrors those commonly seen in streaming services, integrating hardware sales with long-term subscription commitments.
The return of Virtual Boy games has generated excitement among the gaming community, with many players surprised and pleased by the availability of these previously hard-to-find titles. Some fans have indicated they would not consider upgrading to the Expansion Pack without access to these classic games, demonstrating the appeal of retro gaming content. The three games will be available for download and play for Expansion Pack subscribers starting March 10th.
