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AbdallahSmash026 posted a lengthy video of the NES Classic Edition featuring three hours of footage. Watch the video below for a look at all 30 games, a size comparison, and more.

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The latest episode of the Play Nintendo Show has gone live. View the new video below, which focuses on Mario Party: Star Rush.

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The latest episode of Pokemon Generations is now live on the official Pokemon YouTube channel. We’ve gone ahead and attached it below.

Pokemon Generations revisits each generation of the Pokemon games and sheds new light on some timeless moments. New episodes will be available weekly through December 23.

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For the launch of Pokemon Sun and Pokemon Moon later this month, Nintendo UK will be hosting an event at The Old Truman Brewery from 5 PM to 10 PM local time. Fans can look forward to different activities, competitions in Battle Royal, an appearance by battle designer Shigeki Morimoto, and more.

If that wasn’t enough, those who have the classic Pokemon games on the 3DS Virtual Console can partake in a Mew distribution. It’ll be available in Pokemon Yellow, Red, and Blue.

Tickets for the event are said to be limited. Read about more details on Nintendo UK’s site here.

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On November 11, the NES Classic Edition will launch around the world. In North America, Nintendo has a few activities lined up to celebrate, including the return of the Power Line.

During the ’80s, players could call the Power Line and connect with Nintendo Game Play Counselors for tips and tricks. When you call in next week between November 11 and November 13 using the phone number (425) 885-7529, you can listen to recorded tips for various games as well as behind-the-scenes stories from original Nintendo Game Play Counselors.

Nintendo has a couple of other plans to celebrate the NES Classic Edition as well. An ’80s-themed launch event will take place on November 10 at Nintendo NY, and Nintendo’s social media channels “will go completely retro” on November 10 / 11.

Find the full details about Nintendo’s NES Classic Edition launch plans below.

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A couple of weeks ago, Nintendo published two interviews with Shigeru Miyamoto and Yoshio Sakamoto on their Japanese website. Miyamoto, obviously, created Donkey Kong, and Sakamoto developed Balloon Fight. Both of these NES games are among the games lineup of the NES Classic Mini, which was the occasion for these interviews. Now, Nintendo of America has provided an official translation of both interviews on their website.  We’ve already provided an overview of the Miyamoto interview here, but it if you want to check out the official translation, you can find it here. The Sakamoto interview about Balloon Fight is located here.

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Update: It’s now been dated for November 18 with a 1,200 yen price point.

Original: We’ve seen a lot of merchandise based on Pokemon Sun/Moon already, but now you can add another one to the list. Rotom Dex will be getting its own plushie. No word yet on when it’s releasing or how much it’ll cost, but further information should be shared shortly.

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After testing out a few games yesterday, GameXplain has returned to try out another round of titles with the NES Classic Edition’s controller. You can see how Shovel Knight, Mario Kart 8, and Super Mario 3D World hold up below.

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We know that the NES Classic Edition is pretty dang small, but how does it compare to the likes of the original NES, SNES, and N64 from a size perspective? Thankfully, GameXplain has all of the answers in a new video. Check out their findings below.

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Update: Bumped to the top. dreamGEAR is also making a wireless controller, and it’s up on Amazon. You’ll be able to use it for 75 hours on two AAA batteries.

Original: Along with the extension cable for the NES Classic Edition’s controller, Nyko is readying another accessory for Nintendo’s new device. The Miniboss wireless controller, promising “complete wireless freedom of up to 30 feet”, will cost $20.

It’ll have the following features:

– Precise button mashing action with complete wireless freedom
– Two offset ergonomic face buttons
– Four-way directional pad for perfect up, down, right, and occasional left movement
– Cord-free gameplay up to 30 feet

You can purchase the Miniboss wireless controller on GameStop here.

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