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Nintendo Entertainment System: NES Classic Edition

By , Hardware Editor · Verified 2026-09-15

Mike Perry has researched PC hardware since 2014, tracking 80+ GPU generations, 50+ retro handheld platforms, and 30+ vintage PC configurations. He synthesises community benchmarks, manufacturer specs, and public forum data into actionable buying guides.

$160.00

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Bottom line: The Nintendo Entertainment System: NES Classic Edition is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro consoles category, priced around $160.00. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

The system comes bundled with: an HDMI cable an AC adapter one NES Classic Controller

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Nintendo Entertainment System: NES Classic Edition using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the retro consoles category. Nintendo's retro consoles lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for retro consoles of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many games come with the NES Classic Edition?

All 30 games are installed and ready to play out of the box. The library is fixed, so no additional titles can be added or purchased.

What comes in the box?

Nintendo bundles an HDMI cable, an AC adapter, one NES Classic Controller, and all 30 preinstalled games. Nothing else is required to start playing.

Do I need a second controller for two-player games?

Yes. Only one NES Classic Controller is included, so multiplayer titles require buying a second controller separately.

Does it connect to a modern TV?

Yes. It outputs over HDMI and the cable is included, so it plugs directly into any HDMI TV or monitor without an adapter.

Is it appropriate for kids?

It carries an E10+ rating with Mild Violence, making it suitable for ages 10 and up. It holds a 4.4/5 rating from 10,338 reviewers.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Control is perfect, imho
  • ✓ Mega Man II in particular I thought was a great test of controller response, and it felt great
  • ✓ The Nintendo Entertainment System: NES Classic Edition is a very cool retro gaming system that comes pre-loaded with 30 classic NES games

Cons

  • ✗ Muy buena emulación.Lo regular, el diseño de la consolita no es del todo parecida a la original, pequeños detalles.Lo malo, lo corto del cable del control y que solo incluya uno, el precio, me parece excesivo por juegos de hace 30 años
  • ✗ O único problema é o tamanho do fio do controle que realmente pequeno, vai realmente precisar de uma extensão do cabo

Key Features

  • The system comes bundled with: an HDMI cable
  • an AC adapter
  • one NES Classic Controller
  • and all 30 games, installed and ready-to-play.
  • E10+ w/ Mild Violence

Full Specifications

BrandNintendo
ColorWhite
ModelCLVSNESA
ReleaseDate2016-11-11T00:00:01Z
ManufacturerNintendo
IsAdultProductfalse
ItemPartNumberCLVSNESA

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-09-15. Price and availability subject to change.

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