Rare's NES Classic R.C. Pro-Am 2 Joins Nintendo Switch Online
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
Rare's beloved NES racer R.C. Pro-Am 2 is now available on Nintendo Switch Online, bringing its upgraded vehicle economies and classic multi-player action to modern platforms.
Nintendo has dropped a fresh batch of classic titles onto its Switch Online service, and while the lineup includes notable names like Ninja Gaiden 3 and Ikari Warriors, the real standout is R.C. Pro-Am 2. Originally developed by Rare during the twilight years of the NES hardware cycle, this isometric racer often flew under the radar as players looked ahead to 16-bit consoles. Now, modern players on Switch and Switch 2 can dive into a game that genuinely refined everything great about its predecessor.
Polygon notes that the sequel made massive leaps forward by introducing diverse environments like cities and deserts, complete with dynamic hazards, split routes, and overhead obstacles. Instead of hunting for scattered letters on the asphalt, players now collect cash bags and hit up a virtual shop between races to upgrade their tires, engines, and weaponry. It is a surprisingly deep economic loop for an 8-bit title, giving players meaningful choices in how they build out their remote-controlled vehicles across thirty-two challenging courses.
While the original NES release suffered from limited hardware distribution and a frustrating lack of modern multiplayer accessibility at the time, the Switch Online release makes jumping in effortless. You no longer need to track down an expensive physical cartridge or buy into legacy compilation discs to experience one of Rare's finest retro achievements. It is a fantastic excuse for community game nights or solo runs through a classic piece of racing history.
Tags: Nintendo Switch, Retro Gaming, Racing, Rare
Original article: Polygon