Nintendo NES Classic Edition: Release Date, Game List, and Key Details Revealed

Nintendo Announces NES Classic Edition: Full Details on Games, Price, and Launch Date Nintendo has officially unveiled the NES Classic Edition, a compact replica of its pioneering home console, designed to bring classic gaming into modern living rooms.

Known for its innovative hardware and iconic franchises, Nintendo is once again tapping into player nostalgia, offering long-time fans and new audiences the chance to revisit the company's formative years in interactive entertainment. Reimagining the Original: What the NES Classic Edition Offers The NES Classic Edition is a faithfully crafted miniature of the Nintendo Entertainment System, first launched in North America in 1985.

Today’s announcement detailed that the device will come with 30 preinstalled games, carefully curated from the console’s storied library.

According to Nintendo, the system does not include an opening cartridge slot, internet connectivity, or an option to expand the game library beyond the bundled titles, emphasizing a pure, plug-and-play classic experience. Set for release on November 11, the NES Classic Edition’s retail price is confirmed at $59.99 USD.

The package includes a single controller—a replica of the iconic rectangular NES controller—offering authenticity in both appearance and touch.

For fans seeking multiplayer action or a backup, Nintendo will sell additional NES Mini controllers separately.

Notably, the system is also compatible with Wii Classic Controllers, broadening options for players with existing Nintendo hardware. In Nintendo’s official statement, a spokesperson clarified, "The NES Classic Edition is built for fans who want to experience classic NES games in a simple, accessible way.

With 30 preinstalled titles, it’s perfect for gamers who appreciate the history and design that made Nintendo a household name." Cross-Compatibility and Virtual Console Integration A unique feature of the NES Classic Edition controller is its adaptability—it can connect to a Wii Remote, enabling players to utilize it with NES Virtual Console games on the Wii or Wii U platforms for a consistent control feel across older and contemporary hardware generations. Comprehensive Game List The NES Classic Edition arrives with a diverse lineup, encapsulating the golden age of 8-bit gaming.

The full catalog includes beloved titles such as: - Balloon Fight - Bubble Bobble - Castlevania - Castlevania II: Simon’s Quest - Donkey Kong - Donkey Kong Jr. - Double Dragon II: The Revenge - Dr.

Mario - Excitebike - Final Fantasy - Galaga - Ghosts N’ Goblins - Gradius - Ice Climber - Kid Icarus - Kirby’s Adventure - Mario Bros. - Mega Man 2 - Metroid - Ninja Gaiden - Pac-Man - Punch-Out!! Featuring Mr.

Dream - StarTropics - Super C - Super Mario Bros. - Super Mario Bros.

2 - Super Mario Bros.

3 - Tecmo Bowl - The Legend of Zelda - Zelda II: The Adventure of Link With this curated selection, the NES Classic Edition ensures players have access to timeless adventures that helped shape the gaming landscape.

Nintendo’s renewed focus on heritage hardware follows the continued success of the Nintendo Switch and its Virtual Console and eShop offerings, underlining the company’s commitment to preserving classic games for future generations. The NES Classic Edition will be available in stores nationwide starting November 11.

Collectors and retro enthusiasts alike can look forward to revisiting a foundational chapter in video game history, conveniently packaged for modern displays.

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