Nintendo World Championships (NWC) made its debut in 1990 with a nationwide gaming competition featuring challenges from a collection of NES games. The competition was revived in 2015 and 2017 but is now making a comeback in a new minigame collection for the Nintendo Switch called Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition, releasing on July 7. The collection includes short sections of famous NES titles such as Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda, Balloon Fight, and Kid Icarus, offering a mix of easy and difficult challenges for players to enjoy.
The single player gallery mode in NWC features 13 game titles with an average of 13 challenges per game. Players start with the first and easiest challenge unlocked, with the option to earn others by completing tasks like collecting the first mushroom power-up in Super Mario Bros. or popping a single balloon in Balloon Fight. Each challenge is graded based on performance, with letter grades awarded and the option to quickly restart runs if needed. Players can track progress and earn coins to unlock more challenges, with options ranging from beginner to master difficulty levels.
Survival mode in NWC offers players the opportunity to take on three challenges back to back at either silver or gold difficulty levels. The twist comes from competing against ghost data from other players, with screens showing all eight players simultaneously. The mode eliminates the slowest players in each round until one winner emerges. Party mode allows for local multiplayer competition with a series of challenges scored based on performance, similar to the scoring system in Mario Kart Cups. Each challenge includes a start screen and practice option for players to familiarize themselves with the task before completing it.
Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition breathes new life into classic NES games by introducing exciting challenges and multiplayer modes. The game offers a fresh perspective on familiar titles, inviting players to experience them in a fun and chaotic new light. With a mix of easy and difficult challenges, NWC aims to engage players of all skill levels and introduce new audiences to iconic games from the past. The game is set to release on July 7 for $30 digitally or $60 for the special physical edition, offering a nostalgic and entertaining experience for Nintendo Switch users.
Overall, Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition combines the nostalgia of classic NES games with innovative gameplay elements to create a unique and engaging collection of challenges. The revival of the Nintendo World Championships competition through this minigame collection brings a fresh take on familiar titles, appealing to both new and seasoned players. With various modes like single player gallery, survival, and party, NWC offers a diverse gaming experience that challenges and entertains players in equal measure. The game’s release on July 7 is highly anticipated, promising hours of fun and excitement for Nintendo Switch users of all ages.
