Do You Keep DLC After Expansion Pack Expires?

No, absolutely not. When your Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership expires, you lose access to all included DLC, N64 games, Genesis games, and other content.

What Gets Removed When My Expansion Pack Expires?

The Expansion Pack grants access to a variety of extra content above the base Nintendo Switch Online subscription. Here‘s what gets removed when it expires:

• N64 Games and Genesis Games: All games from these retro consoles become unavailable
• Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Happy Home Paradise DLC
• Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass DLC
• Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion DLC

You‘ll have 180 days after expiration to renew your membership and regain access to everything. But after 180 days, all of that content gets permanently removed unless you purchase the Expansion Pack subscription again.

It‘s designed as a continual service rather than a one-time add-on purchase. You only keep the extra content as long as you keep paying for it.

Nintendo‘s Expansion Pack Renewal and Refund Policies

Nintendo Switch Online memberships automatically renew by default. So if you subscribed to the Expansion Pack, Nintendo will charge you again upon expiration unless you specifically disabled auto-renewal.

And unlike Xbox Game Pass and PlayStation Plus, Nintendo also does not offer refunds if you mistakenly purchase something or change your mind later. Their official policy states:

"We are unable to provide refunds or exchanges for mistaken purchases. Please be sure to read the game descriptions and check out the screen shots available through the Nintendo eShop before making purchases."

So it‘s crucial to fully understand what you‘re buying into with the Expansion Pack and its recurring charges. Accidental or uninformed purchases won‘t be reimbursed.

Is the Expansion Pack Worth the Cost?

Here‘s a pricing breakdown for the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack:

At first glance, it may seem worth it to access so much content for a yearly price comparable to other subscription services.

However, the value depends heavily on how much you actually play the included N64 and Genesis games. Many criticize these retro game libraries as lacking depth and variety, especially compared to Xbox Game Pass.

For players mostly interested in online play and modern Switch games, the nostalgic retro game access likely isn‘t worth the price hike over basic Nintendo Switch Online. But for hardcore older gamers determined to revisit classics, perhaps it‘s a bargain.

Personally, I only recommend the Expansion Pack for players eager to relieve lots of childhood N64 and Genesis memories. Casual subscribers will be better off saving the money.

Accessing DLC Without the Expansion Pack

You can also purchase Switch DLCs individually without the bundled Expansion Pack subscription. Here are normal prices for the major DLCs it includes:

• Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass: $24.99
• Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Happy Home Paradise: $24.99
• Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion: $19.99

Buying these one by one costs only $70 altogether – already less than a year of the subscription. And you‘ll own them permanently rather than temporarily renting with a subscription.

But the Expansion Pack may still save you money if you want multiple DLCs and play lots of N64/Genesis too. Just don‘t expect it to be a great value without utilizing the full library it offers.

Also note that buying any digital games or DLCs gives license to your entire primary console. So through game-sharing, even one Expansion Pack purchase in a family could logically access its DLC. Of course, this usage wouldn‘t strictly comply with Nintendo‘s terms…but for households trying to save money, it is an option.

Troubleshooting Expansion Pack and DLC Issues

If you notice missing DLC during an active Expansion Pack subscription, first check whether the software is properly installed:

1. Open the Nintendo eShop
2. Navigate to your profile icon
3. Select "Redownload" to install any missing DLC

This should restore licenses and allow you to access all included content as an active subscriber.

If you continue facing technical issues, contact Nintendo Support for troubleshooting help specific to your situation.

In Conclusion…

I hope this clearly answers the main question once and for all – no, absolutely not do you keep any DLC or extra content after your Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership expires.

Losing access can be an expensive mistake if you‘re not informed about the recurring subscription policies. But hopefully breaking down the pricing, policies, and troubleshooting here equips you to make the best membership decision for your gaming needs and budget long-term.

Let me know if any other Expansion Pack or Nintendo Switch questions come up! I‘m always happy to share additional details about Switch gaming.