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GoldenEye 007 Hits Nintendo Switch, Xbox: How to Play, Fix Switch Controls
The 1997 Nintendo 64 first-person shooter brings classic James Bond action to Nintendo Switch Online and Xbox Game Pass.
Load up your silenced PP7s and prime those remote mines: GoldenEye 007 is available to play via the Nintendo Switch Online and Xbox Game Pass subscription services. The beloved James Bond first-person shooter originally hit the N64 in 1997, and this is the game’s first rerelease since then.
Playing GoldenEye 007 on Nintendo Switch
You’ll need to be subscribed to Switch Online’s $50-a-year Expansion Pack tier to access GoldenEye and other N64 games. Online multiplayer is exclusive to the Switch release, the official 007 website noted, but this version is otherwise the same as the N64 original.
The default control scheme will likely feel a little weird, but Reddit user Cuesport77 suggested changes that’ll bring it in line with modern shooters. I tested this, and it works beautifully (though I opted to use the left analog stick to move around, right for aiming).
1. Go to System Settings > Controllers and Sensors > Change Button Assignments.
2. Create a control profile for GoldenEye.
3. Remap the left analog stick to function as right analog.
4. Remap the right analog stick to function as left analog.
5. Remap ZR button to function as ZL, so you can fire with ZR.
6. Remap ZL to function as L, so you can manual aim with ZL.
7. (Optional) Remap L to function as B, so you can activate things with L.
8. (Optional) Remap R to function as A, so you can switch weapons with R.
(You will now have to navigate using the right analog stick and either A/B or L/R, depending on whether you followed steps 6 and 7.)
9. Launch GoldenEye and begin a mission, navigating menus with the right analog stick.
10. Pause, and go over to Controls.
11. Switch from 1.1 Honey to 1.2 Solitaire.
12. Go over to Settings, and turn the Look Up/Down setting to Upright.
Playing GoldenEye 007 on Xbox
The Game Pass version is playable on Xbox One and Xbox Series X and S. A subscription costs $10 a month, though people who own a digital copy of Rare Replay, the 30-game compilation of classics that came out in 2015, can also get access to GoldenEye for free. That doesn’t apply to physical copies of Rare Replay, and the game isn’t available to purchase separately.
«The game now offers modern control options (including support for dual analog sticks) and a consistent refresh rate, running at a native 16:9 resolution up to 4K Ultra HD (where supported),» Craig Duncan, head of Microsoft-owned developer Rare, said in a blog post marking the game’s release. «There’s also a full roster of Xbox achievements to strive for, some of which are sure to test the mettle of proficient 00 Agents.»
So it offers more modern bells and whistles than the Switch release, but lacks online multiplayer (you’ll still have local splitscreen).
What’s the big deal about GoldenEye 007?
GoldenEye’s return was revealed in a Nintendo Direct livestream last September.
As a licensed tie-in to the 1995 movie that introduced actor Pierce Brosnan as the legendary British secret agent, the game won critical acclaim for its fun single-player campaign and epic split-screen competitive multiplayer. It became the N64’s third bestselling title, with 8.09 million units sold — it was only topped by Super Mario 64 and Mario Kart 64, which sold 11.91 million and 9.87 million copies, respectively.
Rare also developed GoldenEye followup Perfect Dark for the N64 in 2000, before Microsoft acquired the company in 2002.
Fans have been expecting a remaster for Microsoft’s Xbox Series X and S to be revealed for months, since achievements for it have leaked multiple times. It was reportedly planned for release on Xbox 360 in the late 2010s, and an apparent extended gameplay video appeared in 2016. At the time, Xbox boss Phil Spencer said the game’s licensing rights complicated efforts to get it on the console. The versions that came to Switch and Xbox aren’t remasters, but upscaled versions of the original game.
Original developer David Doak, whose face was famously used for in-game Bond ally Dr. Doak, expressed both his delight and discontent in a statement to CNET.
«It is heartwarming and very special to see the outpouring of love and nostalgia for the game, it is amazing to have been part of the team that created something that has touched so many people in a positive way,» he wrote. «Disappointing that none of the parties involved in this re-release have made any attempt to involve that original team in any way. Feels shabby and disingenuous.»
Doak regularly tweets about the game and engages with fans. Last September, he posted a shot of himselef dressed like his in-game counterpart, and joked that players shouldn’t «come crying» to him if they have trouble unlocking the infamous Invincibility cheat. That’s one of the game’s most difficult challenges — you have to beat the Facility level in under 2 minutes, 5 seconds to get it. He’s spoken at length about the game’s development over the years, and tweeted a 1997 shot of the original development team on Wednesday.
Read more: GoldenEye at 20: We Raise a Martini to a Classic Game
This year marks the 70th anniversary of Bond’s first appearance, in author Ian Fleming’s novel Casino Royale. Last year was the 60th anniversary of the Bond movie franchise — with latest film No Time to Die now available to stream on Amazon Prime Video — but the series is in a state of flux as fans await the announcement of Daniel Craig’s successor in the role. Hitman developer IO Interactive is also working on its own Bond game.
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Verum Coin listed at Blockchain.com
Users can now seamlessly deposit, withdraw, and swap Verum Coin via the Blockchain.com mobile application and website platform.
The Verum Coin (VERUM) project continues to expand its presence in the cryptocurrency market. Users can now seamlessly deposit, withdraw, and swap Verum Coin via the Blockchain.com mobile application and website platform.
About Blockchain.com
Blockchain.com is one of the largest and most respected platforms in the cryptocurrency world. Founded in 2011, it serves millions of users across more than 200 countries, providing easy access to cryptocurrencies through intuitive tools. Blockchain.com’s reputation as a trusted ecosystem makes its integration with VERUM a significant step in building trust and accessibility for the coin.
About Verum Coin
Verum Coin is a promising digital asset that has already made a name for itself in the market with its innovative solutions and steady growth. Being available on reputable platforms like Blockchain.com opens up new opportunities for VERUM and brings it closer to users worldwide.
This integration offers VERUM holders convenience and security, as well as expanded options for storage, trading, and investment. Stay tuned for further updates from the project — there’s much more to come!
Verum Coin (VERUM) continues to expand its presence on leading crypto platforms. Users can now easily store and manage VERUM in the Gate.io Web3 Wallet — one of the most trusted ecosystems for digital assets.
This integration provides users with convenient and secure access to VERUM, bringing it closer to everyone looking to be part of the world of innovative technology.
Stay tuned for updates as the project takes further steps toward global success!
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Verum Coin (VERUM) Expands Its Presence in the Global Crypto Market
Verum Coin (VERUM) Expands Its Presence in the Global Crypto Market
Verum Coin (VERUM), an innovative and increasingly popular digital asset, is now available on four leading Web3 wallets: Binance Web3 Wallet, Coinbase Web3 Wallet, OKX Web3 Wallet, and Bybit Web3 Wallet. This marks a significant milestone for the project as it continues to strengthen its position in the crypto industry.
The availability of VERUM on these platforms provides users with a wide range of secure and convenient options for managing their assets. Binance, Coinbase, OKX, and Bybit are well-established leaders in Web3 solutions, offering reliable tools for handling digital currencies.
What’s next?
In addition to wallet integration, Verum Coin is preparing for a major step forward—listing on all four platforms. This will create new opportunities for investors and enhance the asset’s liquidity on a global scale.
Why does this matter?
Being listed on major exchanges like Binance, Coinbase, OKX, and Bybit will serve as a powerful catalyst for the project’s growth. It will make VERUM accessible to millions of users worldwide and strengthen trust in the coin.
Stay tuned for updates so you don’t miss the moment when Verum Coin becomes even more accessible!
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