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Nintendo is expanding its Nintendo Switch Online service to include select GameCube titles, beginning with Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance. GameSpot reports that this expansion will also bring the Legend of zelda: The Wind Waker to the service, possibly as part of the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack tier.
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance Background
Originally released in 2005, Fire Emblem: Path of radiance is a tactical role-playing game known for its complex storyline, challenging gameplay, and 3D environments. The game is set on the continent of Tellius, where players follow Ike, a mercenary, as he navigates political conflicts in Crimea and daein.
Expanding the Nintendo Switch Online Library
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance is a highly-regarded RPG that offers a deep and engaging experience for players. The game features a branching narrative where player choices impact the story, and strategic battles in a fully rendered 3D world. Previously, titles like F-Zero GX and Resident Evil 4 were available through the Nintendo switch Online + Expansion Pack, offering a growing library of classic games.
Release Timeline
While a specific release date for Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave (the Japanese title for Path of Radiance) has not been confirmed, it is expected in 2026. Nintendo announced the additions during a direct presentation on January 10, 2026, with a potential release window of September 2025. This follows the 2019 release of Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS on the service.
nintendo Plans GameCube Titles for Switch Online
Nintendo intends to add GameCube games to its Nintendo Switch Online service, with Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave potentially leading the charge. According to GameSpot, the release will likely be tied to the launch of the Switch 2, offering subscribers access to classic titles through an expanded Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack tier.
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Details
originally released in 2005, Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave is a tactical role-playing game set on the continent of Tellius. Players follow Ike, a mercenary, as he navigates political conflicts in Crimea and Daein. The game features 3D battles and a complex storyline.
Previous GameCube Releases
Nintendo previously released several gamecube titles on the Wii Virtual Console in 2007, including F-Zero GX. Subscribers can currently play these titles on the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack. The addition of GameCube games would further enhance the value of the service, potentially offering a wider selection of classic titles for modern gamers.
Release Timeline
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave is currently slated for a 2026 release.The game was initially listed for a September 2025 release, but may not launch until 2026, according to recent reports.This would follow the 2019 release of Fire Emblem: Three Houses on the Switch.