Wario Land 4 Joins Nintendo Switch Online Library

Nintendo has exciting news for fans of classic gaming: the beloved Game Boy Advance title, Wario Land 4, is set to join the Nintendo Switch Online library on February 14. Announced with an engaging trailer, this game will be accessible at no additional cost to Nintendo Switch Online members who have also purchased the Expansion Pass.

In Wario Land 4, players follow the misadventures of the ever-greedy Wario, who embarks on a perilous journey into a cursed pyramid in search of untold riches. Despite ominous warnings, Wario's quest for gold and jewels leads him into a dangerous situation where survival becomes the real challenge. "The misguided Wario is back, and this time he's in search of riches," the game's synopsis teases. "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

The game offers 20 expansive stages for players to navigate, with the opportunity to collect gold and treasure that can be used to purchase bonus items after each stage. Additionally, Wario Land 4 includes delightful mini-games, providing a well-rounded gaming experience.

Upon its initial release in 2001, Wario Land 4 received high acclaim, scoring a 9/10 from IGN. The review highlighted the game's diverse design and challenging nature, noting, "There's a lot of variety in the game design and it's more challenging than the usual side-scrolling fare due to its focus on making players figure out how to get to certain locations in the level."

With Wario Land 4, the Nintendo Switch Online library now includes its 24th Game Boy Advance title, joining other classics such as Mario Kart: Super Circuit, The Legend of Zelda: Minish Cap, and Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team. This addition continues to enrich the gaming experience for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members, offering them a chance to revisit or discover this engaging title.