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Wario Land 4 Joins Nintendo Switch Online’s GBA Library on Valentine’s Day (February 14th)

Nintendo is adding Wario Land 4 to the Game Boy Advance lineup on Nintendo Switch Online on February 14, giving subscribers a chance to revisit one of the best platformers on the handheld.

The original Wario Land 4

Originally released in 2001, Wario Land 4 stands out for its creative-level design, unique transformations, and a mix of puzzle-solving and platforming. Unlike traditional Mario games, Wario’s adventures let him take damage without immediately losing a life, instead using various enemy attacks to his advantage. The game also introduced the “Hurry Up!” mechanic, where players trigger a timer before scrambling back to the entrance, adding a layer of tension not seen in earlier Wario Land titles.

This release is part of the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, which already features Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3Mario Kart: Super Circuit, and The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap in its GBA collection. With Wario Land 4, Nintendo continues to flesh out its Game Boy Advance offerings, though many fans are still hoping for additions like Metroid Fusion and Golden Sun: The Lost Age.

Whether you played it back in the day or are experiencing it for the first time, Wario Land 4 is a must-play. It remains one of the most stylish and inventive platformers on the system, blending humour, challenge, and variety in a way that few games of its era could match.

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Wake Up Like Mario: Universal Studios Japan Hotels Rent Out Nintendo Alarmo Clocks

Nintendo fans visiting Universal Studios Japan (USJ) can now enhance their hotel stay with a unique offering: the Nintendo Alarmo clock. As part of a new partnership, guests staying at USJ’s official hotels can rent the interactive alarm clock, making their wake-up experience a little more fun.

Credit: Game Watch JP

The Nintendo Alarmo isn’t just any clock—it plays wake-up sounds and music from classic Nintendo games like Super Mario Odyssey and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. It also features 35 different wake-up scenes, motion-sensing capabilities, and sleep tracking. Users can select from various alarm settings, including Steady Mode, Gentle Mode, and Button Mode, to customize how they start their day.

Credit: Game Watch JP

While the Alarmo is available for purchase for $99.99, the hotel rental service allows guests to test it out during their stay before committing to buying one. The device is currently available for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers, with a wider retail release expected in early 2025.

This initiative is part of Nintendo’s broader efforts to integrate gaming into everyday life. By allowing fans to interact with Nintendo products in unique settings, the company continues to strengthen its brand beyond just consoles and games. Whether you’re a casual fan or a dedicated collector, waking up to the sounds of the Mushroom Kingdom might just be the best way to start your day.

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Ridge Racer 64 Drifts Its Way To Nintendo Switch Online

Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscribers have a new reason to rev their engines: Ridge Racer 64 is now available on the service. Originally released in 2000 for the Nintendo 64, this title was notable for being the first in the Ridge Racer series developed for a non-PlayStation console. Interestingly, it was co-developed by Nintendo Software Technology in collaboration with Namco.

The game offers a variety of modes, including Quick Play, Grand Prix, Car Attack, and Time Attack. Players can race across nine different courses set in three unique environments. Notably, Ridge Racer 64 introduced four-player split-screen multiplayer to the series, allowing friends to compete in Battle Mode, Stage Mode, and Team Mode.

This addition to the Switch Online library coincides with the game’s 25th anniversary, which will be celebrated on February 14, 2025.  To access Ridge Racer 64, ensure your Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscription is active, and download the game through the service’s N64 library.

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Nintendo Switch Online Announces Regional Price Adjustments

Nintendo has announced upcoming price increases for its Nintendo Switch Online service in select Latin American countries, effective March 1, 2025, as reported by Centro Leaks on X. The adjustments will affect both individual and family plan subscriptions.

In Mexico, the annual fee for the Expansion Pack Family Plan will rise from MX$1,599 to MX$1,999. Brazilian subscribers will see an increase from R$262.99 to R$299.00, while in Argentina, the price will go from ARS$76,899 to ARS$93,079. These changes represent increases ranging between 11% and 25%.

Nintendo has not provided specific reasons for these regional price adjustments. While the company has not announced similar changes in other regions, some industry observers speculate that broader price revisions could accompany the anticipated release of the Nintendo Switch 2.

Currently, Nintendo Switch Online offers various subscription options. A standard membership is available at $3.99 for one month, $7.99 for three months, or $19.99 for twelve months. The Expansion Pack tier, which includes additional content, is priced at $49.99 annually.

As of now, Nintendo has not commented on potential price changes for other regions or provided further details regarding the upcoming adjustments.

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