The hype surrounding Nintendo Switch Online's expanding library of classic games just hit fever pitch. Eagle-eyed fans combing through the latest trailer for the "Nintendo Classics" collection believe they've uncovered a massive accidental reveal: glimpses of Super Smash Bros. and Donkey Kong 64 – two of the most beloved and requested Nintendo 64 titles.
The trailer, officially showcasing already-available NES, SNES, and Game Boy titles on the service, features rapid-fire cuts celebrating Nintendo's legacy. But within these fleeting moments, dedicated viewers spotted unmistakable flashes of N64 gameplay seemingly spliced in:
- Donkey Kong 64: A blink-and-you'll-miss-it shot of DK standing near his iconic red, green, and blue barrels in Jungle Japes. This was first highlighted by keen observer Andre Segers on Twitter.
- Super Smash Bros.: An equally brief, but clear, glimpse of the original N64 game's character select screen, featuring Mario, Link, Samus, and Yoshi.
The Evidence:
- Andre Segers' Tweet (Key Discovery): "Whoa! DK64 and Smash Bros 64 briefly appeared in the Nintendo Classics trailer! Next N64 Online wave incoming?"
- Imakuni's Freeze Frame: User Imakuni provided helpful freeze-frames confirming the sightings: Imakuni's Freeze Frame Confirmation
- The Trailer Itself: See the moments yourself in the official Nintendo of America trailer (Watch closely around 0:38 seconds): Nintendo Classics - Nintendo Switch Online Trailer
Why This Matters:
- Massively Requested Games: Both Super Smash Bros. (N64) and Donkey Kong 64 have been at the top of fan wishlists for the N64 library on Switch Online since the expansion pack launched. Their absence has been notable.
- Accidental Reveal?: The inclusion of these specific, unreleased N64 game snippets in a trailer primarily focused on other classic systems feels incredibly deliberate to fans. The prevailing theory is this was an accidental leak of the next wave of N64 titles coming to the service.
- Nintendo's Silence: Nintendo has made no official announcement regarding the next batch of N64 games for Switch Online. This trailer "slip" is the first concrete hint fans have received in months, sending the community into a frenzy.
Fan Reaction:
Social media and gaming forums exploded within minutes of the discoveries. Reactions range from pure elation ("SMASH BROS CONFIRMED! FINALLY!") to cautious optimism ("Please don't be a cruel trick, Nintendo!") and demands for Nintendo to make it official ("Just announce Wave 8 already!").
What's Next?
While this trailer evidence seems compelling, Nintendo has yet to comment. Fans are now dissecting every frame and refreshing Nintendo's official channels relentlessly, expecting an announcement for the next wave of N64 - Nintendo Switch Online games imminently. If true, the addition of these two iconic titles would mark one of the most significant and popular updates to the service yet.
Check out the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack offerings here: Nintendo 64 - Nintendo Switch Online
Stay tuned – this story is developing fast!
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