Three New NES Games Now Available to Nintendo Switch Online, Including PAC-MAN

Nintendo has introduced three new NES games to its Nintendo Switch Online catalogue. Available now, subscribers can begin playing The Tower of Druaga, PAC-MAN, and Mendel Palace.

All three games are available via the Nintendo Entertainment System – Nintendo Classics app. All you need is an active Nintendo Switch Online subscription to begin playing these retro titles. It’s worth noting that of the three, two were developed by Namco, making for some exciting additions.

The Tower of Druaga is an action RPG where players scale 60 floors of the titular tower to rescue a maiden from Druaga. This 1984 title tasks players with defeating enemies while navigating a maze-like layout on each floor. Players have to find a key within the level, survive and make their way higher and higher.

1988’s PAC-MAN almost needs no introduction. However, if you need a refresher course on one of gaming’s most iconic titles, PAC-MAN sees players control the titular character as they navigate a maze, eating all the dots encased within the level. Players must also avoid four ghosts, which roam the maze. By eating Power Pellets, players can chase off the ghosts momentarily, allowing them to make a dash towards the remaining dots.

Finally, Mendel Palace is a puzzle game developed by Pokémon studio Game Freak. In this title, players must rescue their girlfriend who was kidnapped. The game is slightly different, based on whether you play the North American or Japanese version. In the NA version, players control Bon-Bon to rescue a girl named Candy. In the original Japanese version, the playable character is Carton, who rescues Jenny.

An annual subscription to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack is available for $63.99 in Canada. Additionally, Nintendo offers a 12-month Family Membership, including up to eight accounts, for $99.99.