The Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack launches this week with a ton of new benefits for those willing to sign up for the monthly membership service, and fans are eager to know what time they'll be able to get their hands on it.

Nintendo's brand new subscription service was one of the highlights of the recent Animal Crossing: New Horizons Direct that premiered on October 15th, and fans are dying to jump back into some classic N64 and SEGA Mega Drive games.

Here's everything you need to know about the release of the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, including the expected release time and how you can buy it.

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What Is The Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack?

As mentioned previously, the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack is a brand new subscription service available for Nintendo Switch owners. The service offers fans the same benefits as the standard Nintendo Switch Online membership, but now with some added extras.

Nintendo's new Expansion Pack allows players to play classic Nintendo 64 titles like Super Mario 64, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Mario Kart 64, and plenty more. On launch, fans will find a total of 9 classic N64 titles available to play, with more being added in the future.

The Expansion Pack also includes classic SEGA Mega Drive games and the new paid Animal Crossing: New Horizons DLC, Happy Home Paradise. However, you must own the base game of Animal Crossing: New Horizons if you want to play.

To find out more about the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, head to the official Nintendo website. Or keep reading for the price, how to buy, and the release time.

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Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Release Time and Date

The release date and time of the new Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack will vary depending on your region.

Although there’s no “official release time” for the Nintendo Switch Online N64 Expansion Pack, due to the fact that it releases on the 25th in the US and 26th in the rest of the world, it’s safe to draw the conclusion it will be available to access somewhere between these times:

  • UK: Midnight – 4:59 am
  • ET: 7 pm – 11:59 pm
  • PDT: 4 pm – 8:59 pm

Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Price & How To Buy

The cost of the new Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack is $49.99 USD / £39.99 GBP for a 12-month membership. A 7-day free trial is available via the Nintendo eShop on your Nintendo Switch console.

To purchase the new subscription service, either head to the official Nintendo Website or the Nintendo eShop on your Nintendo Switch.