Nintendo Unleashes the Ultimate Speedrun Mayhem: World Championships NES Edition
Gather ’round, gaming aficionados! The moment to prove your old-school gaming chops has finally arrived with Nintendo’s latest blast from the past: the Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition. Whether you fancy yourself a Super Mario savant or a Zelda master, this competition promises to crank up the nostalgia and challenge your pixel-perfect precision on a global scale.
Old-School Cool with a Modern Twist
Launching on July 18, this throwback thrill ride isn’t confined to arcade halls but comes right into your living room via the Nintendo Switch. The Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition is a heady mix of history and cutting-edge competition, featuring a deluxe set that’s sure to be the crown jewel of your collection. This isn’t just any gaming bundle; it includes a physical version of the game, a shiny set of five collectible pins, 13 art cards celebrating iconic NES games, and a replica of the gold-colored NES Game Pak — a nod to the legendary 1990 championship.
For those ready to dive in, the deluxe edition is tagged at $59.99 MSRP, while the more wallet-friendly digital version is available for $29.99 MSRP. You can stake your claim on this retro treasure by pre-ordering at major retailers like Best Buy, GameStop, and Target.
Dive Into the Frenzy of Speedrun Challenges
The championship isn’t just a stroll down memory lane. It’s an intense mash-up of speedrun challenges pulled from 13 beloved NES titles. Whether it’s dodging barrels in Donkey Kong or navigating the treacherous landscapes of Metroid, there’s something here to get every type of gamer’s heart racing. The single-player Speedrun Mode allows you to sharpen your skills and unlock new challenges, while the Party Mode lets up to 8 players battle it out in a frenetic race against the clock.
For those with a competitive streak, the World Championships Mode offers a chance to secure a spot on the global leaderboard, with Nintendo Switch Online members able to submit their top scores in weekly rotating challenges.
Ready, Set, Go!
Are you prepared to catapult yourself into gaming history? Besides the standard and digital editions of the game, die-hard enthusiasts can also grab a pair of NES-style controllers available exclusively to Nintendo Switch Online members for an authentic blast-from-the-past experience.
Platforms: Nintendo Switch
