The beloved strategy game Pokémon Stadium, initially released in Japan in 1999 as Pokémon Stadium 2, is now available on Nintendo Switch for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members. The game features a 3D turn-based battling system with 151 Pokémon from the original Game Boy titles Pokémon Red, Pokémon Blue, and Pokémon Yellow.
Originally designed for the Nintendo 64DD, Pokémon Stadium shifted to a standard console game after the add-on’s failure. With the Transfer Pak accessory, players can transfer, view, organize, store, trade, and battle their Pokémon from the Game Boy games. The gameplay comprises four stadium cups, each featuring a series of three-on-three battles against a lineup of opponents, and Gym Leader Castle mode, where players challenge the eight Kanto gym leaders and the Elite Four.
The game became one of the best-selling Nintendo 64 titles, selling a million copies by the end of 2000. A sequel, Pokémon Stadium 2, was released in 2000 as a counterpart for Pokémon Gold, Pokémon Silver, and Pokémon Crystal. Fans can now revisit the classic Pokémon Stadium on Nintendo Switch, with the game now on the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack.
The Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership offers players an enhanced experience compared to the regular Nintendo Switch Online membership. Subscribers can access a library of Nintendo 64 games featuring newly-added online play for up to four players. This includes online Mario Kart 64 races and a selection of retro SEGA Genesis classics. Additionally, the membership includes access to the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass DLC, Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion DLC, and Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Happy Home Paradise DLC at no extra cost.
As part of the membership, subscribers will also enjoy access to over 100 classic NES, Super NES, and Game Boy games, exclusive online matches in Tetris 99, online play in several popular games, and more.
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