Play classic Nintendo GameCube games anytime, anywhere
Access a selection of classic Nintendo GameCube games anytime, anywhere, right on your Nintendo Switch 2. A paid Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership is required to use this service.
The Nintendo GameCube – Nintendo Classics app is exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2.
Included games | ||
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The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker | F-ZERO GX | SOULCALIBUR II |
Upcoming games | ||
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Super Mario Sunshine | Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance | Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness |
Mario Smash Football | Chibi-Robo! | Luigi's Mansion |
Pokémon Colosseum |
Easy to pick up and play
You can jump into the action whenever you have a few minutes – wherever you happen to be. Save your progress at any time!
Enhanced for Nintendo Switch 2
Enjoy these classic games with clearer image quality and higher resolution than the original releases!
Play together
Dive in with friends via local multiplayer, local wireless or online for up to four player co-op and competitive play in compatible games.
GameChat
With GameChat on Nintendo Switch 2, you can play games and hang out like you're all in the same room, even if you're miles apart. Show your game screen, use the built-in microphone to chat and share the fun of these classic titles with your friends!
Customisable controls
You can also check the controls for each title, and customise them to your liking. Control settings are stored for each game.
Play the European versions
Choose between North American and European versions with localised text in selected titles.
Exclusive offer for members

Nintendo GameCube controller
Available for purchase only by Nintendo Switch Online members, this wireless controller offers the perfect way to play these classic Nintendo GameCube games. It also includes a C Button so you can use GameChat at any time.
*Additional accessories, paid memberships and/or systems may be required for multiplayer mode, sold separately.
To use online services, you must create a Nintendo Account and accept the related agreement. The Nintendo Account Privacy Policy applies. Internet connection and a paid Nintendo Switch Online membership required. Mobile phone number registration required to use GameChat. Children must get approval from a parent or guardian via the Nintendo Switch Parental Controls app to use GameChat. Some online services may not be available in all countries.
The games compiled in this software are reproductions of the original games for use on Nintendo Switch 2. There are some differences in game performance and presentation as compared to the original versions of these games. A Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership is required to access these games.
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What you need to know
This content is sold by Nintendo of Europe SE. The payment will be made with Nintendo eShop funds usable through the Nintendo Account used to complete the purchase.
This content is sold by Nintendo of Europe SE, payable with Nintendo eShop funds usable through your Nintendo Account. The Nintendo Account Agreement applies to the purchase of this content.
This content may be purchased by users who have registered a Nintendo Account and accepted the respective legal terms.
This content may be purchased by users who have registered a Nintendo Account and accepted the respective legal terms.
The details of this offer apply to users who sign in with a Nintendo Account with the country setting corresponding to the country setting of this website. If the country setting of a Nintendo Account is different, the details of this offer may be adjusted (for example, the price will be displayed in the respective local currency).
After your payment has been processed, the content will be downloaded to the applicable system linked to your Nintendo Account. This system must be updated to the latest system software and connected to the internet with automatic downloads enabled, and it must have enough storage to complete the download. Depending on the hardware model you own and your use of it, an additional storage device may be required to download content from Nintendo eShop. Please visit our Support section for more information.
In the case of games that use cloud streaming technology, a free launcher application or demo can be downloaded.
Please make sure you have enough storage to complete the download.
After your payment has been processed, the content will be downloaded to the applicable system linked to your Nintendo Account. This system must be updated to the latest system software and connected to the internet with automatic downloads enabled, and it must have enough storage to complete the download. Depending on the hardware model you own and your use of it, an additional storage device may be required to download content from Nintendo eShop. Please visit our Support section for more information.
In the case of games that use cloud streaming technology, a free launcher application or demo can be downloaded.
Please make sure you have enough storage to complete the download.
The details of the offer are displayed based on the country settings of your Nintendo Account.
The Nintendo Account Agreement applies to the purchase of this content.
The use of an unauthorised device or software that enables technical modification of the Nintendo console or software may render this game unplayable.
This product contains technological protection measures.
Content not playable before the release date: {{releaseDate}} . For pre-orders, payments will be taken automatically starting from 7 days before the release date. If you pre-order less than 7 days before the release date, payment will be taken immediately upon purchase.
To be able to purchase download games or download demos and free software from Nintendo eShop on the official website, you'll need to have a Nintendo Account which is linked to your Nintendo Switch console. You'll need to have your console registered as the active console for downloads for your Nintendo Account by visiting Nintendo eShop on the device you wish to download on at least once. For automatic download, your system must be updated and connected to the internet with automatic downloads enabled, and it must have enough storage to complete the download. To find out more, visit our Support section. Purchases made or demo downloads activated through the Nintendo website are processed via Nintendo eShop.
This software includes modes or features for which an internet connection and a paid membership to Nintendo Switch Online are required. Any online play modes require a paid membership to Nintendo Switch Online. To use online services, you must create a Nintendo Account and accept the related agreement. The Nintendo Account Privacy Policy applies. Some online services may not be available in all countries. Find out more about paid Nintendo Switch Online memberships.
Multiplayer requires one compatible controller per player. Additional controllers (sold separately) may be required.
© Nintendo The Legend of Zelda™: The Wind Waker™ © 2002, 2003 Nintendo. F-Zero™ GX © 2003 Nintendo. © AMUSEMENT VISION/SEGA, 2003. SOULCALIBUR II SOULCALIBUR™II & ©Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.