The latest Partner Showcase from Nintendo was packed with all sorts of surprises and another standout announcement was the news five more classic Rare games would be coming to the Switch Online service.
These titles include games like Killer Instinct and Blast Corps, and while it’s welcome news for subscribers, it seems this announcement hasn’t gone down so well with certain individuals hoping to see Xbox’s Rare Replay collection one day show up on Nintendo hardware.
Between the latest retro rereleases and existing ones like Banjo-Kazooie and Jet Force Gemini, some Rare enthusiasts on social media are convinced the company’s classic compilation won’t be coming to Switch. In fact this has now got the Rare Replay hashtag trending online.
Here are some of the reactions doing the rounds online:
Of course, there are also plenty of Rare fans who are rather happy about this latest Switch Online announcement:
Keep in mind Microsoft or Nintendo never actually said anything about Rare Replay or a similar collection being made available on other platforms. Even if there was a chance, some fans have been quick to note how there could potentially be some hurdles to overcome.
If you are interested in checking out the latest Rare classics for the Switch Online service, update your apps and jump in!
Laura Adams is a tech enthusiast residing in the UK. Her articles cover the latest technological innovations, from AI to consumer gadgets, providing readers with a glimpse into the future of technology.