Wave Race 64 Coming to Nintendo Switch Online August 19TH

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The next N64 game for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack is Wave Race 64. Nintendo announced that the title would become available on August 19th.

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The Wave Race franchise debuted on the Game Boy in 1992. Its most recent entry, Wave Race: Blue Storm, was released in 2001 on the Nintendo GameCube.

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The franchise has since been dormant despite a cult following and popular demand.

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Wave Race 64 was released as a Nintendo 64 launch window title in 1996. It was met with acclaim for its racing, graphics, and soundtrack. Often referred to as “F-Zero on water,” it provides challenging WaveRunner-style racing with a simple yet polished approach.

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A press release from Nintendo highlights the game’s features. It mentions the Championship Mode racing, Time Trails, Stunt Mode, and being able to “challenge a friend in 2P VS. Mode.”

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There is no mention about whether or not Wave Race 64 will have any type of online multiplayer; we’ll have to keep our fingers crossed for now.

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Nintendo has been adding new Nintendo 64 games every month for Nintendo Switch Online.

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