Switch 2 Captures GameCube Nostalgia with Hidden Startup Sound Easter Eggs

So, I’m sitting here and can’t help but think — remember that satisfying little jingle the GameCube used to make when you fired it up? Like, who would’ve thought that would become a thing again? Anyway, now the Switch 2’s getting in on that action. It’s bringing back those classic GameCube vibes with a few Easter eggs that, honestly, might just be the coolest nod to nostalgia ever. Yeah, even with its shiny new games — like Wind Waker and F-Zero GX — they decide to throw us some retro bones. Not complaining, though. Love that stuff.

Okay, so if you’re curious, here’s the lowdown on how you can impress your buddy who’s still living in those early 2000s Nintendo days — they probably need this in their life, let’s be real.

There’s this classic sound one that’s just, ugh, perfect in its original glory. Then there’s a “squeaky” version, kind of like if a GameCube had a weird sense of humor. And don’t even get me started on the hard mode one — drums, anyone? It’s almost too much fun trying each one out. Seriously, give it a whirl.

So yeah, the Switch 2. It’s the hot stuff right now, but Nintendo can’t let the GameCube love die, you know? And honestly, I’m okay with that. It’s like having your cake and eating it too, with a side of pixelated nostalgia.