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You can enjoy many classic games with a Nintendo Switch Online subscription and here, we highlight some must-play titles for the service. For more retro video games, head over to our video game retrospectives. 📺
Switch Retro Spotlight: Columns
🎮 SEGA Genesis
The original match-3
January 27, 2023 - Puzzle games have come a long way since Columns released but it still remains one of the most enjoyable examples of the classic genre.
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Switch Retro Spotlight: Magical Drop II
🎮 Super NES
Get ready for a Chain Reaction
January 20, 2023 - Super NES was home to many must-play puzzle games and one of the most underrated is the super-fun and adorable Magical Drop II.
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Switch Retro Spotlight: S.C.A.T.: Special Cybernetic Attack Team
🎮 NES
Get ready for some Action in New York
January 13, 2023 - There are plenty of superb shmups for Nintendo Switch so let's join the Special Cybernetic Attack Team and fight some dastardly aliens.
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Switch Retro Spotlight: Phantasy Star IV
🎮 SEGA Genesis
An underrated 16-bit RPG
January 6, 2023 - When it comes to Sega Genesis RPGs, Phantasy Star IV reigns supreme so let's take a look at what makes it such a timeless classic.
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Switch Retro Spotlight: Star Soldier
🎮 NES
A classic shmup from Hudson Soft
December 30, 2022 - Although shoot 'em ups didn't hit their stride until the 16-bit era, the NES had some classics and Star Soldier is certainly one of them.
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Switch Retro Spotlight: Dr. Mario 64
🎮 Nintendo 64
A healthy dose of classic puzzle fun
December 23, 2022 - If you want an excellent puzzler to enjoy either solo or via multiplayer then look no further than this classic title for Nintendo 64.
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Switch Retro Spotlight: Blaster Master
🎮 NES
A genre-defining Metroidvania
December 16, 2022 - When people think of classic Metroidvanias, Blaster Master may not come to mind but it should as it's a fantastic example of the genre.
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Switch Retro Spotlight: Super Fantasy Zone
🎮 SEGA Genesis
A cute Defender-style shooter
December 9, 2022 - Super Fantasy Zone is an adorable yet challenging 16-bit shooter that anyone can enjoy now that it's available for Nintendo Switch.
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Switch Retro Spotlight: Kirby's Avalanche
🎮 Super NES
Puzzle fun with the iconic pink puffball
December 2, 2022 - If you're in the mood for some classic puzzle game fun then Kirby's Avalanche is here with its cute characters and satisfying gameplay.
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