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A quarter of SNES games have been added to Nintendo Switch Online. Which might sound exciting, but it’s the usual filler that Nintendo has become keen on stuffing into these updates, likely in an effort to show subscribers “see, look how many games we’re providing you to play!” Except, when three of the titles are Super Famicom games with zero localization done, it makes enjoying those games all the harder.
Here are the four, along with descriptions of each straight from Nintendo:
Battletoads Double Dragon – The warriors from Double Dragon join forces with the toad-acious Battletoads trio to form the ultimate team in this 1993 beat-’em-up! Tussle with terrific twins Billy and Jimmy Lee as they team up with Zitz, Rash and Pimple to defend the Earth against the combined might of the Dark Queen and the Shadow Boss! Leap from the Battlecopter onto the tail of the Colossus spaceship and fight your way through beastly baddies and lethal objects using the Battletoads’ arsenal of Smash Hits or the Dragons’ array of Dragon Force Techniques – each provides incredible attacking combos, including kicks, punches, throws and more! You’ll also put your driving skills to the test with the Speeder Bike and high-speed Space Pod. How will this struggle for Earth’s future end?
Big Run – Race across the vast landscape of Africa – from Tripoli to Dakar – over the course of nine stages in this racing game originally released for the Super Famicom™ system in 1991. This monumental task isn’t only about putting pedal to the metal, though! First, you’ll need to select a sponsor and then use those funds to hire staff. Next, you’ll need some spare parts to replace tires and engines when they get damaged or worn out. The glory of victory awaits if you can combine precise tactics and bold driving to weather the brutal driving conditions that stand between you and your goal.
Cosmo Gang the Puzzle – The Cosmo Gang take on falling-block-style puzzles across three modes in this 1993 action-puzzle game that was originally for Super Famicom. Focus on clearing blocks to get the high score in 1P Mode, play competitive battles in VS Mode and put yourself to the test in 100 Stage Mode, where you can solve stage after stage of strategic challenges. In each of the modes, progress is made by removing containers and Cosmos that fall from the top of the screen. You can remove the containers by lining six up in a horizontal row — and Cosmos are removed when they touch the blue orbs that occasionally make their way down. Though the two types of blocks are cleared in different ways, try to see if you can perform a combo by clearing both types at once!
Kunio-kun no Dodgeball da yo Zen’in Shūgō! – This sports game, released for the Super Famicom system in 1993, features Kunio-kun (who you may recognize from the River City series!) and his striking dodgeball moves. Take the field and square off against teams from various countries and employ a variety of jumps, passes and dynamic knockout shots as you aim to become the greatest dodgeball team in the world. Plus, each stage has hidden gimmicks to discover, so your matches may even take some unexpected turns! Build your ideal team, power up with in-game items and train your teammates to be the best they can be. Can you take the dodgeball championship by storm?
It’s great to see these older games get some time in the spotlight, of course, but this is pure laziness from Nintendo. Many of these Super Famicom games are a chore to play because of the language barrier, making any value they might add to a Switch Online subscription dubious, at best. What would be far more engaging is Nintendo taking the time to localize these titles, but it’s doubtful that will ever happen. As always, users must have active Nintendo Switch Online subscription in order to download and play these games.
Source: Nintendo of America Website
