Nintendo is set to delight fans by adding the beloved Game Boy Advance title, Wario Land 4, to the Nintendo Switch Online library on February 14. This exciting announcement was accompanied by a captivating trailer, showcasing what players can expect from this classic game.
Wario Land 4 will be available at no additional cost to users who have a Nintendo Switch Online membership and have purchased the Expansion Pass. The game's synopsis teases an adventurous journey: "The misguided Wario is back, and this time he's in search of riches. Ignoring all warning signs, Wario decides to enter a cursed pyramid that's rumored to house a bunch of gold and jewels. Our anti-hero quickly learns that the curse is no joke, realizing that he'll be lucky to escape alive."
Wario's back for more... and more... and MORE in Wario Land 4, coming to #NintendoSwitch for #NintendoSwitchOnline + Expansion Pack members on 2/14! #GameBoyAdvance pic.twitter.com/TS7WkfHJJY
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) February 7, 2025
Players can look forward to navigating through 20 massive stages in this adventure. The gold and treasure collected can be used to purchase bonus items after each stage, and players can also enjoy a variety of delightful mini-games for a well-deserved break.
Upon its initial release in 2001, Wario Land 4 received high praise, earning a 9/10 from IGN. The review highlighted the game's variety in design and its challenging nature, which sets it apart from typical side-scrolling games by requiring players to figure out how to reach specific locations within the levels.
With the addition of Wario Land 4, the Nintendo Switch Online library now boasts 24 Game Boy Advance titles, including fan favorites like Mario Kart: Super Circuit, The Legend of Zelda: Minish Cap, and Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team, among others.