Nintendo has announced three exciting upgrades for Nintendo 64 games available through the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscription, though two features remain exclusive to the upcoming Switch 2.

The enhancements include customizable controls, gameplay rewind functionality, and a nostalgic CRT screen filter.

Interestingly, only the controller customization feature will be available on current Switch models, while all three upgrades will launch with Switch 2 on June 5.

The community has voiced disappointment about this feature division. Online forums feature comments like "The Switch 2's power extends even to applying a CRT filter? Revolutionary next-gen tech indeed" alongside skeptical observations questioning why basic visual filters require new hardware.

CRT Screen Filter only for the Switch 2?

Rewind only for the Switch 2?

Nintendo, why are you doing this?

The features were demonstrated using classic titles: Super Mario 64 and Mario Golf showcased the Rewind capability, Kirby 64 illustrated the CRT television simulation, while Star Fox 64 demonstrated controller customization.

With the Switch 2 launch approaching on June 5, Nintendo recently updated the Switch Online application to match the upcoming console's version. Reports emerged about an early Switch 2 acquisition, though Nintendo quickly addressed the situation.

Recent developments include early Switch 2 game previews, backward compatibility enhancements, confirmed technical specifications including variable refresh rate details, and GameChat's phone verification requirement. Despite rapid pre-order sellouts last month, Nintendo executives assure ample holiday season stock.