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Nintendo NES Classic Mini EU Console [video game]
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Nintendo NES Classic Mini EU Console [video game]

Bottom line: The Nintendo NES Classic Mini EU Console ($263.45 on Amazon as of 2026-10-06): 30 licensed NES games built in, including Super Mario Bros. 1-3 and Zelda; main trade-off: no AC adapter included; USB cable needs your own wall plug.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 30 licensed NES games built in, including Super Mario Bros. 1-3 and Zelda
  • ✓ Full-size 1:1 replica NES controller included in the box
  • ✓ HDMI out plugs straight into a modern TV, no RF or composite adapter
  • ✓ Wii Classic Controller and Classic Controller Pro work for 2-player

Cons

  • ✗ No AC adapter included; USB cable needs your own wall plug
  • ✗ EU version: check regional labeling and packaging language before buying
  • ✗ Game library is fixed at 30 titles with no way to add more officially
  • ✗ Controller cord is famously short for couch-distance seating

Manufacturer description

Nintendo NES console Classic Mini European version with 30 built-in games Installed Games: Balloon Fight - Bubble Bobble - Castlevania - Castlevania II: Simon's Quest - Donkey Kong - Donkey Kong Jr. - Double Dragon II: The Revenge - Dr. Mario - Excitebike - Final Fantasy - Galaga - Ghosts Goblins - Gradius Ice Climber - Kid Icarus - Kirby's Adventure - Mario Bros. - Mega Man 2 - Metroid - Ninja Gaiden - Pac-Man - Punch-Out !! Featuring Mr. Dream - StarTropics - SUPER C - Super Mario Bros. - Super Mario Bros. 2 - Super Mario Bros. 3 - Tecmo Bowl - The Legend of Zelda - Zelda II: The Adventure…

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Nintendo NES Classic Mini EU Console using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews 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 retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many games come with the NES Classic Mini?

Thirty games are built in, including Super Mario Bros., Super Mario Bros. 2 and 3, The Legend of Zelda, Zelda II, Metroid, Castlevania I and II, Mega Man 2, Kirby's Adventure, Final Fantasy, Ninja Gaiden, Pac-Man, Galaga, Punch-Out!! Featuring Mr. Dream and Double Dragon II.

Does it come with a power adapter?

No. Nintendo includes a USB power cable and an HDMI cable, but the USB cable must be connected to an AC adapter that is not included. Any standard USB wall plug you already own will work.

Can I add more games to it?

The 30 installed titles are fixed and Nintendo provides no official way to add more. Treat the library as the complete package when deciding whether it is worth the price.

Can two people play at once?

Yes, but you need a second controller. The console ships with one NES Mini controller and is compatible with the Wii Classic Controller and Wii Classic Controller Pro, so either of those can serve as player two.

What is the difference between this and the US version?

This is the European release of the Classic Mini, so packaging, documentation and regional labeling follow the EU market. The 30-game lineup and HDMI output are the same. Check the listing photos for the exact regional variant before ordering.

Key Features

  • Nintendo NES console Classic Mini European version with 30 built-in games
  • Installed Games: Balloon Fight - Bubble Bobble - Castlevania - Castlevania II: Simon's Quest - Donkey Kong - Donkey Kong Jr. - Double Dragon II: The Revenge - Dr. Mario - Excitebike - Final Fantasy - Galaga - Ghosts Goblins - Gradius
  • Ice Climber - Kid Icarus - Kirby's Adventure - Mario Bros. - Mega Man 2 - Metroid - Ninja Gaiden - Pac-Man - Punch-Out !! Featuring Mr. Dream - StarTropics - SUPER C - Super Mario Bros. - Super Mario Bros. 2 - Super Mario Bros. 3 - Tecmo Bowl - The Legend of Zelda - Zelda II: The Adventure of Link
  • Includes 1 joystick Nintendo Mini Classic: NES (Classic Controller and Classic Controller Pro Wii compatible), 1 HDMI Cable, 1 USB power cable (to power the console, the USB cable must be connected to an AC adapter not included)
  • Does not include: Commemorative poster, USB plug.

Full Specifications

BrandNintendo
ColorWhite
Model197507
ManufacturerNintendo
IsAdultProductfalse
ItemPartNumber2400066

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