Nintendo Switch is quickly becoming the most highly anticipated video game console in 2017 because of its amazing presentation as a hybrid mobile/console device. But latest rumors about GameCube virtual console support would make the upcoming console a fiercely competitive device.
Support Through Virtual Console
According to the recent report from Engadget, one of the most sought after features in Nintendo's modern consoles might be coming with Nintendo Switch. GameCube support is rumored to be available in Nintendo Switch through Virtual Console.
But the rumor doesn't end there, Eurogamer also reports that the GameCube support will already offer Super Smash Bros. Melee right off the bat. This is actually a very smart choice for Nintendo if the rumors are true. Although the game can be considered old-school, it still has some serious players with eSports following.
Minds Behind Mini NES
So GameCube is coming to Nintendo Switch via Virtual Console and the many will probably ask about the quality of rendering. There is good news for those who doubt the quality of the rendering because the people behind the virtual console are also the same people who made the highly successful Nintendo Mini-NES. Aside from its retro-gaming feature, it's rendering is crisp, impressive and even better compared to virtual consoles in Wii.
Another reason why GameCube can be finally emulated through Virtual Console is the hardware itself. Even though the exact specifics are a bit shady, the upcoming console from Nintendo will come with NVIDIA Tegra X1 chipset - an option made by Nintendo to allow players enjoy console gaming and mobility at the same time.
Although these are just rumors for now, the source from Eurogamer are often correct about their leaks on Nintendo. But the world of gaming doesn't have to wait for long - the Nintendo Switch will be officially presented to the world January next year.
