Nintendo 64’s GoldenEye Remake Announced With Contrasting Features for the Nintendo Switch and Xbox Game Pass

British super spy James Bond returns to the gaming world with the remake of the iconic Nintendo 64 title, GoldenEye 007.

The title was first announced around 25 years after its release for the N64 at the September Direct event, with the remake expected to arrive soon for the Nintendo Switch. Some time later, Xbox also confirmed that a 4K remaster of the classic action title will also be making its way to the Xbox Game Pass.

Ready up for your objective, secret agents. Nintendo 64’s GoldenEye 007 is coming soon to Nintendo Switch for #NintendoSwitchOnline + Expansion Pack members, now with online play! pic.twitter.com/pXNzpDW7Ud

— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) September 13, 2022

Both remakes come with different features, with the Nintendo Switch variant exclusively having online multiplayer, which will allow players to take part in the four person multiplayer mode.

The name’s Bond. James Bond.@RareLtd‘s classic FPS GoldenEye 007 is coming soon to @XboxGamePass, faithfully recreated with added achievements, 4k resolution and a steady framerate! Time to get the split-screen band back together… https://t.co/WCwROMw3qL pic.twitter.com/CKFnarSzWT

— Xbox (@Xbox) September 13, 2022

In a blog post from Xbox, the Microsoft-owned brand has revealed some of the features that fans can expect to see from the Rare-developed remake.

The biggest improvement will be in terms of visuals, as players will experience the title with native 16:9 resolution up to 4K Ultra HD. Furthermore, the developers have also promised a smooth experience with consistent refresh rate. The gameplay will slightly differ as well, as the title will have improved control options including dual analogue stick support.

GoldenEye 007 will be available to play on the Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S through Xbox Game Pass. Along with that, digital copy owners of Rare Replay will also be able to avail the game for free.