No Current Plans for Resident Evil Code: Veronica X on Switch Online
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No Current Plans for Resident Evil Code: Veronica X on Switch Online

authorBy Sid Meier
DateJun 12, 2026
Read Time3 min

Capcom has indicated that there are currently no intentions to introduce the GameCube rendition of 'Resident Evil Code: Veronica X' to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack. This revelation emerged from a private Q&A session with Capcom producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi. Despite a forthcoming remake of 'Resident Evil Code: Veronica' slated for the Switch 2 next year, the classic GameCube version will not be joining the 'Nintendo Classics' service in the foreseeable future. The existing GameCube selection on the Switch 2's online platform includes nine games, such as 'Chibi-Robo!', 'Mario Smash Football', 'F-Zero GX', and 'Soul Calibur II', with additional titles anticipated. Given the precedent set by the Nintendo 64 library, it is likely that any "mature" GameCube titles would necessitate a separate application for access. 'Code: Veronica' initially launched on the Dreamcast in 2000, followed by 'Veronica X' in 2001, and subsequently ported to the GameCube in 2003. Capcom is set to release the updated 'Resident Evil Veronica' for the Switch 2 and other platforms in 2027.

Capcom's producer, Yoshiaki Hirabayashi, recently clarified that there are no immediate strategies to integrate the GameCube iteration of 'Resident Evil Code: Veronica X' into Nintendo's premium online service. This statement puts to rest rumors that the classic title might follow in the footsteps of other GameCube classics on the Switch Online + Expansion Pack. The current lineup for the service boasts a diverse range of nine GameCube games, and while Nintendo has hinted at further additions, 'Code: Veronica X' is not among them for now. The original 'Code: Veronica' debuted on the Dreamcast in 2000, with its enhanced version, 'Veronica X', arriving a year later, eventually making its way to the GameCube in 2003. This news comes as Capcom prepares for the launch of a remake of 'Resident Evil Veronica' in 2027, which will be available on the Switch 2 and other gaming systems.

Capcom's Stance on Classic Title Re-release

Capcom producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi recently confirmed that there are no immediate plans to bring the GameCube version of 'Resident Evil Code: Veronica X' to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack. This announcement comes despite a remake of 'Resident Evil Code: Veronica' being developed for the Switch 2, sparking speculation about the classic's re-release on Nintendo's subscription service. The current GameCube library on Switch Online features several titles, including 'Chibi-Robo!', 'Mario Smash Football', and 'F-Zero GX', with more expected additions in the future.

During a private Q&A session, Hirabayashi explicitly stated that a release of the GameCube version of 'Veronica' on Switch Online's Expansion Pack is not currently in the works. This news might disappoint fans hoping to revisit the original classic on the modern platform. The original 'Code: Veronica' first appeared on the Dreamcast in 2000, with 'Veronica X' following in 2001 and its GameCube port in 2003. Capcom's focus appears to be on the upcoming remake of 'Resident Evil Veronica', scheduled for release in 2027 on the Switch 2 and other platforms, rather than re-releasing the older version on the online service.

The Future of Resident Evil and Switch Online

The decision not to include 'Resident Evil Code: Veronica X' in the Switch Online + Expansion Pack suggests a strategic direction from Capcom, possibly prioritizing new releases and remakes over direct ports of older titles for subscription services. This contrasts with the ongoing expansion of Nintendo's classic game library on Switch Online, which already includes a selection of GameCube games and is set to grow further.

Nintendo's approach to its classic game libraries, particularly for titles with mature content, often involves separate applications, as seen with the Nintendo 64 collection. This could be a factor in Capcom's decision, or it might simply reflect a different prioritization for the beloved horror franchise. While the GameCube version of 'Code: Veronica X' may not be making a comeback on Switch Online, fans can look forward to the completely re-imagined 'Resident Evil Veronica' remake, which promises to bring the terrifying experience to a new generation of consoles, including the Switch 2, in 2027.

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