Nintendo NES Classic Edition Game Console CLV-001 Gray 30 Games Tested
Bottom line: The Nintendo NES Classic Edition Game Console CLV-001 Gray 30 Games Tested is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro consoles category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
The Nintendo NES Classic Edition Game Console is a retro gaming system that allows you to play 30 classic Nintendo games in one compact package. With a stylish gray color and a model from 2016, this console is perfect for reliving the nostalgia of old-school gaming. The NES Classic Edition is a tested and reliable choice for gamers looking to enjoy iconic titles from the beloved Nintendo NES platform. Tested- working So much fun, 30 preinstalled games TECMO BOWL, Super Mario Brothers, Donkey Kong, Metroid, Legend of Zelda, Castlevania are just a few!!!!! Power cord included HDMI and…
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SpecPicks scored Nintendo NES Classic Edition Game Console CLV-001 Gray 30 Games Tested 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.
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Full Specifications
| output | HDMI |
|---|---|
| region | NTSC |
| preinstalled_games | 30 |
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