Released on November 13th 2020, the 35th Super Mario Bros edition of Nintendo Game & Watch is coming to the end of its life. Along with other celebratory products (such as Nintendo Switch collection Super Mario 3D All-Stars), it will become unavailable on March 31st 2021.
Featuring Super Mario Bros, Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels, and a digital clock, this special golden Game & Watch also includes Ball (Mario version). This is plays in a traditional LCD style, just like the classic Game & Watch handhelds of the 1980s.
Originally released in Japan in 1980, the Game & Watch was Nintendo’s first handheld game console. This version of the system was already widely sought after – and with it becoming unavailable as of March 31st, the 35th anniversary edition of Game & Watch looks likely to become even more desirable.
Sadly, the console is sold out in most regional official Nintendo stores online. However, the Nintendo Game & Watch 35th Anniversary Edition remains available from Amazon.
Every aspect of the new edition is faithful to the original, but with key enhancements. With superior controls and a pass-to-play two player mode, the main game graphics look superb for the small 1.57 x 16.99 x 13.39 cm (weighing 50 grams) dimensions.
Think £35 is expensive for three games? The comparative price of the original Game & Watch (which shipped for around £15) is closer to £65. While cheaper systems with more games are available, they’re not official Nintendo gear, and don’t have Super Mario Bros or a clock with up to 35 animated backgrounds.
Need another reason to buy it? Well, did you hear that you can hack the Nintendo Game & Watch?
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Christian Cawley is the founder and editor of GamingRetro.co.uk, a website dedicated to classic and retro gaming. With over 20 years of experience writing for technology and gaming publications, he brings considerable expertise and a lifelong passion for interactive entertainment, particularly games from the 8-bit and 16-bit eras.
Christian has written for leading outlets including TechRadar, Computer Weekly, Linux Format, and MakeUseOf, where he also served as Deputy Editor.
When he’s not exploring vintage consoles or retro PCs, Christian enjoys building with LEGO, playing cigar box guitar, and experimenting in the kitchen.
