I've always said that Wario doesn't get enough credit these days. Luigi has an amazing series that's transcended from GameCube to Switch, Mario has had a couple of games the last time I counted (who am I kidding, the guy has hundreds), but everyone forgets about Wario. I absolutely loved Wario Land on the GameCube when it came out in 2003, and now it's available to play straight away on Nintendo Switch Online on Switch 2!
Yes, Nintendo has added another GameCube game to its arsenal for Expansion Pack members to explore, and it's an absolute classic. I'm not going to lie, I prefer this game to Super Mario Sunshine, although I just wish it was longer, a sentiment shared by the rest of the GameCube fanbase.
Ready to rumble with Wario? You’d BETTER be ready! Throw punches, charge through crowds, and pummel foes in Wario World, available now on #NintendoSwitch2 for #NintendoSwitchOnline + Expansion Pack members. pic.twitter.com/mlpu3YLP7p
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) December 11, 2025
Wario World was Wario's first 3D console adventure, making it a bit of an important milestone in Wario's history. It has a bit of a Ty the Tasmanian Tiger meets Spyro the Dragon to me, with a little bit of Mario 64 thrown in for good measure. It's bright, silly, chaotic, and filled with Wario's trademark way of doing things - break stuff and ask questions later.
Wario World is available to play right now if you're an Expansion Pack member and joins Wind Waker, F-Zero GX, SoulCalibur II, Mario Smash Football, Chibi-Robo!, and Luigi's Mansion! Head to the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack page for more information if you're not already signed up!
