Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition Features New Speedrunning Challenges from Classic NES Games

Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition, now available on Nintendo Switch, continues to engage players with a rotation of fresh speedrunning challenges.

Created by Nintendo, this competitive title spotlights over 150 memorable moments drawn from 13 iconic NES™ games, offering both nostalgic appeal and exciting new tests of player skill for veterans and newcomers alike.

This week’s featured challenges, available until May 26 at 1:59 a.m.

PT, include: Octorok Onslaught from The Legend of Zelda™, Taking Flight from Kirby's Adventure™, Goodbye, Guma in Zelda II: The Adventure of Link™, Leap to the Peak from Super Mario Bros.

2™, and World 1 Wizard in Super Mario Bros.

3™.

Each challenge invites players to demonstrate their mastery of timed objectives, providing new ways to revisit some of Nintendo’s most beloved franchises in a fresh, fast-paced format. In a recent announcement, Nintendo encouraged players to tackle these latest trials, stating: "Show the world your skills in this set of challenges.” Additionally, those who participated in last week’s competition are urged to check their standing: "Visit the game to see how you ranked overall, compare results with peers in your birth year, and watch replays of top runs.

These replays can offer strategies to improve your own times." Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition allows competitors worldwide to test their speedrunning abilities through online leaderboards, local couch multiplayer, or by aiming to surpass their personal bests.

Access to global features requires an active Nintendo Switch Online membership and Nintendo Account, and some multiplayer features may require additional accessories, sold separately.

It is important to note that the included NES game segments are curated moments rather than full versions of each classic game. Originally launched to both celebrate and challenge its loyal fanbase, Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition builds on Nintendo's enduring legacy in competitive gaming.

The integration of classic titles such as The Legend of Zelda, Kirby's Adventure, and the Super Mario Bros.

series ensures that both long-time fans and new players can experience the thrill of speedrunning Nintendo’s most cherished titles. Players are encouraged to participate weekly, take advantage of replay features to improve their performance, and stake their claim on the global leaderboards.

As the Nintendo Switch continues to serve as a hub for both new releases and retro experiences, Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition stands out as a must-play for anyone looking to test their abilities and engage with the global Nintendo community.

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