We analyze the Nintendo Classic Mini NES and we tell you all the details [VIDEO]

On the 11th there was a knock on the door, the Nintendo Classic Mini NES He arrived as punctual as always, so it was time to analyze each of his details, so that the readers of Actualidad Gadget They can discover the new little whim that the Japanese company has put in your hands. That's why, We bring you the most complete unboxing and review of the Nintendo Classic Mini NES, so that you can weigh your purchase to the maximum, at least when there is stock of it, since the first units of the console have been sold out, causing a real chaos among users who had made their reservations at renowned distributors such as GAME. So, do not miss our video and our review of the Nintendo Classic Mini NES, so that you know it well in depth.

We are going to start in parts, and it is that first of all we must know what the Nintendo Classic Mini NES is and why it has caused so much fury

Nintendo Classic Mini NES, return of the prodigal son

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Retro consoles are more fashionable than ever, especially because more than 20 years have passed since the first major releases in history. Nintendo has been able to make good use of the pull of this type of product, and set to work to present a reduced, functional and above all reliable version of its Nintendo Entertainment System. This was how this Nintendo Classic Mini NES presented us, an ultra-small console, which nevertheless kept the size of the original controller so that we can evoke the classic feelings of when we played this console that revolutionized the market in a difficult time for video games.

This console hit the market on November 11 at a price of € 60, causing an almost instantaneous loss of stock and the consequent movement of speculators on second-hand websites.

Modern technology and old games

We are faced with the first problem when it comes to selling this console like hotcakes, connectivity. Nintendo has managed to solve it well, it is practically difficult not to find a television without an HDMI connection, the most popular digital audio and video connection of the moment. So decided to dispense with any type of analog connection on the Nintendo Classic Mini NES, so the connection of the console to the playback medium will be an HDMI cable that will be included in the console box.

However, the digital connection will make us not appreciate the content in the same way as before. But Nitendo has easily fixed that, as the Nintendo Classic Mini NES includes three video modes:

• CRT: A mode that adapts the screen to our television as much as possible, simulating tube televisions
• 4: 3: Screen cut to classic 4: 3 development size
• pixel-perfect: A game mode in which the pixels of the video game are enhanced to offer the modern experience.

It is obvious, the console is designed to play in CRT or 4: 3, in my opinion the mode that best evokes the past of when we played this console is the CRT.

Low consumption and no outlet

In the European edition of the console we will not find a power outlet (plug), the console will only come with a microUSB to USB cable. This is because the console really requires little energy to work, so with the USB that our TV includes we can play quietly. Nevertheless, The North American version of the console does include a power outlet, a strange wink that we can't quite understand from Nintendo, especially in a € 60 device, considering that even the Chromecast that costs less and is smaller includes a power outlet.

However, as and we have said, By connecting the Nintendo Classic Mini NES to the USB of the television, we will have plenty of power to play the console. It is true that we lose a USB, but at least Nintendo has seen fit to provide a cable of a quite remarkable quality and of a considerable size so that we are not forced to stick to the television when we want to play. Or yes, in another section we are going to talk about the size of the remote control cable, something that has not left us too happy.

Retro and mini design, respecting the original

The design is what we liked the most about the console, in fact, its popularity has not been solely due to the fact that it includes the Nintendo signature, the good work respecting the original design has been praised by all. The console is a full reproduction of the original Nintendo Entertainment System consoleDespite the fact that the cartridge cover cannot be opened, for obvious reasons, since we will not be able to include external cartridges, we will only be able to play the games that the console has reinstalled. The console is not larger than a foot.

The command has been a spectacular detail, respects plastic materials and colors, providing a sensation of spectacular robustness and little given today in this type of product. Unfortunately the control is wired, the reality is that including wireless controls would have been a spectacular detail, although perhaps it would have made the console lose retro air. However, the remote control cable is ridiculously short, only 30cm which will be more than insufficient for most living rooms today, especially with the screen sizes that we handle. On the other hand, many games will be compatible for two players, you can buy another controller for € 10 and it includes two connections.

The operating system is intuitive and allows game saves

Nintendo wanted to make the system as simple as possible. Extremely simple, when you start the console, a menu will open with the display options and the list of games. We will navigate quickly knowing if the game has support for two players and little else. It is impossible to get lost, in fact, to return to the game selection menu we only have one option, go to the console and press its "reset" button.

For the more casual gamers, they can save gameTo do this, they will only have to press the button «select»Anywhere in the game and a restore point will be created that we can store in the memory of the console and start it whenever we want.

Nintendo Classic Mini NES game list

• 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'N GOBLINS
• step
• Ice Climber
• Kid Icarus
• Kirby's Adventure
• Mario Bros.
• MEGAMAN 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

Editor's opinion

The Nintendo Classic Mini NES is what it is, a limited console that is intended to adorn our living room while at the same time alludes to the feeling of the most doublet (oldschool). The console costs € 60, price of almost any toy.

However, we must remember that these types of games will not satisfy the needs of the smallest or most casual of the gaming era, the difficulties are what they are, dying is common and the difficulty increases gradually. On the other hand, it has given me several hours of fun, and those that remain, well ahead of the new generation titles that have reached us today.

If you liked the Nintendo Classic Mini NES, you like retro games and you also want to have a really nice and useful device, you must buy it.