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Nintendo Entertainment System – Nintendo Classics

Nintendo Switch

Play classic NES games anytime, anywhere

Access a growing library of classic NES games anytime, anywhere, including Super Mario Bros. 3 and Donkey Kong. Play with friends online or via local wireless in supported games.

Product description provided by the publisher.

Required for Use

  • - Once a month, new titles will automatically be added by Nintendo. - To receive new titles, you will need enough free space to store them. If you don't have enough space, you can free it up by deleting or archiving software data, or by using a microSD card with sufficient capacity. - For more information, including supported controllers and number of players, please visit the official Nintendo website (https://www.nintendo.co.uk). Note: The addition of new titles will end after a certain time.

Notices

A paid membership to Nintendo Switch Online is required to use this software.
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Required Space

Nintendo Switch 2
150MB
Nintendo Switch
150MB
Supported Play Modes
Number of Players
1 - 2
Number of Players (Online)
1 - 2
Save Data Cloud
Supported
Supported Platforms
Nintendo Switch
Publisher
Nintendo
Supported Languages
  • English,
  • Spanish,
  • French,
  • German,
  • Italian,
  • Dutch,
  • Portuguese,
  • Russian
Age Rating
PG
Online Interactivity, Mild Sexual References, Mild Themes, Mild Violence, Sexualised Imagery, Users Interact

A paid membership to Nintendo Switch Online is required to use the Save Data Cloud.

More or less free space than is indicated here may be required in order to install products that have been downloaded to the console.
If there is not enough free space available, you can delete unnecessary software or insert a microSD card with enough space.
Note: Nintendo Switch 2 is only compatible with microSD Express cards.

*Persistent internet and compatible smart device required; data charges may apply. Nintendo Account age 13+ required. Nintendo Switch Online smartphone app features available in compatible games. The registration and linkage of a Nintendo Account and acceptance of the Nintendo Account Agreement are required. The Nintendo Account Privacy Policy applies.

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