NES games were available on Switch. Now the SNES catalog is being opened as well. I need to find out if Nintendo's system is like PS4 where I own the games forever, or if I have to maintain a sub. There is no reason for me to have a monthly online sub to Switch atm, nor do I see one coming in the future. Just don't play any multiplayer games on it.
That was a really good Direct however. Nintendo is back on track.
Yes, you have to maintain an online subscription account.
But the nice thing about the Nintendo online subscription account is that it applies to everything.
Smash online multiplayer? Check.
NES/SNES library? Check.
Pokemon Home/Bank? Check Check.
Online capabilities with other games? Check.
So, if you are planning on playing online multiplayer on the Switch, the NES/SNES library is just a nice bonus to go along with everything else.