GoldenEye 007 coming to Xbox Series and Xbox One, Switch via Nintendo 64 – Nintendo Switch Online
Rare's beloved classic first-person shooter returns on modern consoles.
Rare, in collaboration with Microsoft and Nintendo, will release GoldenEye 007 for Xbox Series, Xbox One, and Switch, the developer announced. A release date was not announced.
The Xbox Series and Xbox One versions have been remastered in 4K resolution and higher frame rate, and support split-screen local multiplayer. It will also be available via Xbox Game Pass.
The Switch version will be available via Nintendo 64 – Nintendo Switch Online and support online multiplayer.
Get the first details below.
Since its original release in 1997, GoldenEye 007 has remained a beloved classic in the hearts and minds of millions of fans worldwide. Today, we’re excited to announce that a new generation of players will soon get to experience the genre-defining stealth shooter gameplay for themselves, faithfully recreated to preserve the action and excitement of the original while adding new features for the modern age of gaming.
Players will guide James Bond on a global espionage mission to prevent the devastating power of the GoldenEye satellite from being unleashed upon the world. The classic campaign mode, transformative difficulty levels and havoc-inducing cheats will all make their return – as will the iconic split-screen local multiplayer mode, allowing up to four players to take to the couch in a battle of wits and skill.
The original experience has been updated with improved control options (including dual analogue stick support), native 16:9 resolution up to 4K Ultra HD (where supported), a consistent refresh rate and a full complement of achievements to unlock.
GoldenEye 007 will be made available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S as part of Xbox Game Pass. Additionally, players who own a digital copy of Rare Replay, the 30-game compilation of classics from the award-winning studio behind GoldenEye 007‘s original release, will be able to download and enjoy the game free of charge.
Whether you’re a veteran player or a rookie agent heading into the field, GoldenEye 007 is a legendary gaming experience that deserves not to be missed. We’ll have more information, including just when you can expect to step into 007’s shoes, to share soon.
Watch the announcement trailer below.