The days of competing against friends in 8-bit challenges are making a comeback with the release of Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition, which puts the company’s original console back in the spotlight.
One of the only Wii U games that is not available on the Nintendo Switch is the NES Remix series, despite being released on the 3DS. These games featured short challenges based on iconic Nintendo titles, such as defeating a boss or completing a level within a specified time frame.
It appears that Nintendo is repurposing the NES Remix concept with the announcement of the Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition for the Switch. This game utilizes the title of both an event and one of the most valuable and scarce games ever sold, allowing players to compete in vintage challenges.
With the announcement of the Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition, we are now able to disclose the release date for the Switch as well as the games that will be included in the tournament.
Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition Release Date
The release date for Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition on the Nintendo Switch has been set for July 18, 2024. Pre-orders for the digital version are currently open and a Deluxe Set, which is described below, will also be offered.
Retro Games and Modes in Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition
The Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition will showcase 13 games from the Nintendo Entertainment System, each with a total of over 150 challenges. The following games will be included:
- Balloon Fight
- Donkey Kong
- Excitebike
- Ice Climber
- Kid Icarus
- Kirby’s Adventure
- Metroid
- The game Super Mario Bros. is a classic.
- Super Mario Bros. 2
- Super Mario Bros. 3
- Super Mario Bros. The Lost Levels
- The Legend of Zelda
- Zelda II: The Adventure of Link
When it comes to Nintendo Switch Online, individuals with an active subscription have the opportunity to compete in five challenges and have their fastest times recorded on the global leaderboard. This enables the Nintendo World Championships to truly embody its name.
Nintendo World Championships Deluxe Set Contents
The Deluxe Set for Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition will be available on July 18. This special edition includes a physical copy of the game, 13 Art Cards inspired by the retro titles, and 5 collectible pins featuring popular characters such as Mario, Link, Donkey Kong, Samus, and the game’s logo.
The Deluxe Set also includes a replica of the Nintendo World Championships gold cart, although it cannot be played on a NES console. This is a recreation of the original cartridge awarded to winners of the first Nintendo World Championships, which are known to fetch incredibly high prices at auctions.
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