The Nintendo Classic (aka NES Classic) is making its way back to the stores beginning tomorrow. After its initial but limited launch in November 2016; like always, I was disappointed that I couldn’t grab this legendary gaming console, however, I was told there was a chance that it would be back in stores very soon until news came in that Nintendo was discontinuing the product for lack of “resources”. Sigh. With its in-built package of 30, classic games and a price tag of around C$80, the NES Classic feels like a great purchase for reliving that wonderful era of low-pixel gaming on the big TV.
On the other hand, the enthusiastic market reaction to the NES Classic back in 2016 should have prompted them to invest in a new product line and it was a clear mistake to discontinue it. In fact, tomorrow’s launch could have been an updated version with some notable improvements, such as in the product design by making it relatively distinct to the original Nintendo 64, as well as, adding more games to the list. Sadly, the loyal fans are being thrown under the bus with an unvarying experience, again.
Don’t miss your chance to play 30 of the best retro games ever with #NESClassic Edition, returning to stores this Friday, June 29! https://t.co/HZ63QoStdO pic.twitter.com/u7wSRbQEgy
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) June 27, 2018
