Nintendo Classics has just added three Game Boy titles to its lineup: Avenging Spirit, Mole Mania, and Revenge of the ‘Gator, as reported by Netto’s Game Room. This addition expands the Game Boy catalog available to subscribers.
These games come from different periods in the handheld’s history. Revenge of the ‘Gator is a pinball game from HAL Laboratory, released in 1989, the same year the Game Boy launched in Japan. Mole Mania, a first-party Nintendo puzzle game, debuted in 1996, toward the end of the system’s life cycle. Meanwhile, Avenging Spirit, a ghost-possession platformer by Jaleco, falls between these two in the timeline.
This seven-year span highlights how Nintendo is enriching the Game Boy section. They’re not just focusing on first-party hits; they’re also including third-party titles and some lesser-known first-party games.
The report doesn’t specify a release date, regional availability, or any pricing changes. Since Nintendo Classics is part of the Nintendo Switch Online subscription, access should align with existing membership tiers. We’ll update this article once Nintendo makes an official announcement in the follow-up coverage.
The selection stands out for its variety in genres. With a pinball game, a puzzle game, and a possession-based platformer, these titles are perfect for quick sessions on a modern handheld. They also work great with save states and rewind features.
| Game Boy titles added | 3 |
| Revenge of the ‘Gator | HAL Laboratory, 1989 original release |
| Mole Mania | Nintendo, 1996 original release |
| Avenging Spirit | Jaleco |
| Span between oldest and newest original release | 7 years (1989-1996) |
Community Pulse
The report didn’t include player reactions or review data, so we don’t have any community quotes to share just yet. Additions like these usually spark lively discussions, especially around Mole Mania, a cult favorite among Game Boy enthusiasts. We’ll include verified community feedback as it becomes available.
What To Watch
- Official confirmation: Keep an eye out for Nintendo’s announcement detailing the exact release date and any regional differences.
- Next Game Boy batch: Watch for whether Nintendo continues to blend third-party and first-party titles in future updates.
- Feature support: Monitor if the new titles receive the same save state and rewind features as the rest of the Game Boy library.
Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen is the Reviews and Guides Editor at Explosion.com. With a background in game design studies and 6 years of gaming journalism, Sarah brings technical insight to her reviews and creates comprehensive guides that help players get the most out of their games. She has reviewed over 200 titles across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo platforms. Her current obsessions include FromSoftware titles and indie roguelikes.
