All articles tagged with #nes
Originally Published 15 days ago — by Time Extension
The NES, celebrating 40 years, revolutionized the home video game industry with innovations like the D-Pad, hosting the first Super Mario game, and implementing lockout technology to prevent poor-quality games, solidifying Nintendo's global dominance.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Bloody Disgusting
The article celebrates the 40th anniversary of the NES by exploring lesser-known horror-themed titles, including games like Splatterhouse: Wanpaku Graffiti, Monster Party, Uninvited, Frankenstein: The Monster Returns, and others, highlighting their unique gameplay, cultural references, and cult appeal.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Nintendo Life
The NES celebrates its 40th anniversary, highlighting its historical significance and current ways to play its games, including modern options like Nintendo Switch Online, emulators, and original consoles, while noting a decline in new generations' familiarity and enthusiasm for the classic system.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Wccftech
The NES, celebrating its 40th anniversary, revolutionized the video game industry post-1983 crash through high-quality games and strategic marketing, with its legacy preserved by efforts like those of Frank Cifaldi and the Video Game History Foundation. Key features like the lock-out chip shaped industry practices, and its success was largely due to product quality and timing. The console's impact endures in its iconic games and industry standards, with ongoing preservation challenges and a lasting cultural influence.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Time Extension
Bruce Lowry, a former Nintendo executive, revealed that Donkey Kong Jr. Math was so unpopular that Nintendo couldn't give it away, highlighting its failure as an educational game during the NES era.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by rollingstone.com
The article reviews the 20 best NES games, highlighting iconic titles like Super Mario Bros. 3, The Legend of Zelda, and Mega Man 2, and discusses the NES's impact on gaming history and culture.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Nintendo Everything
The article discusses the best retro Nintendo games available on Nintendo Switch Online across various platforms like NES, SNES, Game Boy, and Game Boy Advance, and explores potential future additions for Switch 2, including GameCube, Nintendo 64, and possibly Nintendo DS and Wii games, highlighting the value of the expanding library for gamers between new releases.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by My Nintendo News
Nintendo Music app has added over 200 tracks from 26 classic NES and Famicom titles, expanding its library for Switch Online members, with new playlists and seamless looping options.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Nintendo Life
Nintendo Music has released a major update featuring 26 albums from NES and Famicom classics, including over 200 tracks from games like Donkey Kong, Duck Hunt, and others, available to Switch Online subscribers.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Tedium.co
The article recounts the history and legacy of the Game Genie, an unlicensed NES accessory that allowed players to modify game behavior, its legal battles with Nintendo, and its influence on gaming culture and fair use law, drawing parallels to modern AI and copyright issues.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Nintendo Everything
After a decade of development, the 3dSen emulator has been officially released, allowing users to play NES games in 3D with features like quick save/load, rollback, customizable camera controls, and 3D model export, supporting over 100 games. The software is available on Steam.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Nintendo Life
Nintendo has added Tetris (NES) and Tetris DX (Game Boy Color) to its Switch Online service to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Tetris. Creator Alexey Pajitnov expressed gratitude to fans for their support over the years. This marks the first time Tetris for NES has been available since 1989, and Tetris DX, originally released in 1998, includes a multiplayer mode. Both games are now accessible on the platform.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Kotaku
Nintendo is re-releasing the NES version of Tetris on its Switch Online platform for the first time since its original 1989 release. This version is significant in the eSports community, especially after recent world record-breaking performances. The re-release, set for December 12, marks a major addition to Nintendo's collection of classic games available on the Switch.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Nintendo Life
Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition for the Switch offers a collection of 13 classic NES games broken into speed-focused challenges. While it lacks the variety and graphical updates of NES Remix, it provides addictive gameplay through its competitive modes and collectible rewards. Despite initial impressions, it becomes engaging for those who enjoy honing their old-school gaming skills.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Polygon
Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition is a nostalgic speedrunning challenge featuring 13 classic NES games with 150 trials, designed to appeal to aging millennials and Gen Xers. The game offers various modes, including Speedrun, World Championships, and Party Mode, allowing players to compete globally or locally. Despite its limited game selection, the collection is cleverly designed and reinforces the timelessness of Nintendo's early titles. The game will be released on July 18 for Nintendo Switch.