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Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack vs PC Game Pass

Head-to-head across 5 dimensions. Speed, privacy, value, and more. Scores are independent and not influenced by affiliate relationships.

Reviewed by the Clientele Research Team · Last checked 1 month ago (2026-08-03)
Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack
$49.99/yr. Retro classics + DLC packs
5.8/10
vs
PC Game Pass
$13.99/mo. 400+ PC games day one
7.7/10WINNER
SCORE BREAKDOWN
DIMENSION
Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack
PC Game Pass
EDGE
Library
Total number of available games and quality and diversity of the catal…
7.5
9.0
PC ↑
Value
Price per month relative to what you get. Library depth, day-one acces…
7.5
9.0
PC ↑
Day-One
Whether major new first-party games are included in the subscription o…
2.0
8.5
PC ↑
Platforms
How many devices and platforms the subscription works on. Console, PC,…
5.0
5.0
Tie
Extras
Additional benefits beyond game access. Cloud gaming, online multiplay…
7.0
7.0
Tie
Overall Score
5.8
7.7
PC wins
OUR VERDICT
Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack

Best for: Nintendo fans who want access to the retro library and included DLC. At $4.17 per month annually, NSO + Expansion Pack includes Animal Crossing: New Horizons Happy Home Paradise, Mario Kart 8 Booster Course Pass, and 500+ classic games.

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PC Game Pass

Best for: PC gamers who want day-one access to Xbox first-party games without paying for console or cloud gaming. At $13.99 per month, PC Game Pass costs about 61% of Ultimate's $22.99 while delivering the same core library.

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