The Nintendo Game & Watch is being rereleased by the brand to help offer gamers of all ages with a way to enjoy titles from the past in a decidedly retro manner. The handheld gaming console draws design inspiration from the previous iteration from the 1980s and has been enhanced with a color LCD to bring titles to life in a new way. Users can play a handful of titles including Super Mario Bros. and more in a way that will bring back memories from their childhood or introduce them to what the golden age of gaming looked like back in the day.
The Nintendo Game & Watch handheld game console is set for availability starting on November 13 when it will be released in limited quantities at a price point of $50.
Retro Handheld Gaming Releases
The Nintendo Game & Watch is Being Rereleased by the Company
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