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Nintendo has had fans in a chokehold all week since they announced Mario Party 3 was coming to Nintendo Switch, and the day is finally here. Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members can now play Mario Party 3 on Nintendo Switch!
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What Is Required to Play Mario Party 3 on Nintendo Switch
In order to play Mario Party 3 on Nintendo Switch, you must have a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership and the Nintendo 64 - Nintendo Switch Online application must be on version 2.13.0.
Updating the Nintendo 64 - Nintendo Switch Online Application
1. Navigate to the Nintendo 64 - Nintendo Switch Online Application
On the home screen, navigate to the Nintendo 64 - Nintendo Switch Online application, and then press the "+" button to open the "Options" menu.
2. Perform a Software Update
Under the "Software Update" section, navigate to the "Via the Internet" option, and then press the "A" button. Now you wait. The Nintendo 64 - Nintendo Switch Online application will begin updating.
3. Confirm Update
Once the update is complete, verify the version number at the top of the page is 2.13.0.
That's it! You're ready to play Mario Party 3!
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