I would love to see Nintendo re-invent Virtual Console for the Switch. I feel like it should essentially be a digital library for your old video games. One of the main reasons that players emulate Nintendo games is to replay the games that Nintendo no longer sells. Older games have become increasingly difficult to find, and Virtual Console could be a solution to Nintendo's obsolete hardware problem. Why leave behind generations of video games when you could easily sell digital versions of them?







Not only could games like Cubivore be enjoyed more easily, but games that never released in North America like Nintendo Puzzle Collection could finally be available to western audiences. This would be a great way to introduce younger gamers to titles that have greatly influenced Nintendo such as F-Zero GX and Super Mario Sunshine. Also, adding local or online play to games like Super Smash Bros. Melee could be a big sell.





This is just showing possible GameCube titles, but I think all of Nintendo's past consoles would be available. You probably noticed that I even listed the Satellaview as well. Why not give players a chance to experience those unique games and re-create the Satellaview's SoundLink feature? I think it could be really fun to collect games this way. I am sure it would also be possible that some games could come free with Nintendo Switch Online, or a subscription to the Online service could unlock special titles such as the Pok é mon Colosseum Bonus Disc (a fun way to obtain Jirachi in the newest generation).







Possible Prices:

NES/GameBoy Titles: $5.00

SNES/Satellaview/Virtual Boy Titles: $7.00



Nintendo 64/Game Boy Advance Titles: $10.00

GameCube/Nintendo DS Titles: $12.00

Wii Titles: $20.00

Wii U Titles: $30.00







Just a thought. I know I've only listed Nintendo consoles, but I am sure there would be consoles from other game companies like Virtual Console had before. Would love to hear what people think!

