Old-school Nintendo fans have something new to add to their holiday wishlist. Nintendo is offering a 50% discount toward buying their NES-style Joy-Cons. All you have to do is sign up for a Nintendo Switch Online account. After that, go to the company’s online store and buy the special Joy-Cons for $29.99!
Nintendo: Bringing the Past to the Present
Launching last year, the NES-style Joy-Cons give players that nostalgic feeling while playing their favorite classic games. They connect to the Switch console the same way a regular Joy-Con does. These controllers are best used while playing NES games offered to those who have a Nintendo Switch Online account. For those who do not know, an online subscription gives players a library of NES and SNES games to play for free! Enjoy playing classics such as Mario Bros. and Donkey Kong with era-appropriate gear!
Nintendo said that the controllers are only usable when playing NES titles. However, gamers have found that the NES Joy-Cons can be used to play Switch games. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is reportedly compatible. Unfortunately, with only two buttons, a game like that would be challenging to play competitively. Therefore, you won’t get much use out of these Joy-Cons outside of playing NES games.
The sale ends January 10, 2020, so take advantage of this deal quickly! A Nintendo Switch Online account costs $3.99 for one month, $7.99 for three, and $19.99 for a year. For those who want to spread the joy, Nintendo also offers a Family Plan. With this plan, a subscriber can allow eight other Switch consoles to access online services. At $34.99, it’s a bit pricier, but it’s great for local wireless play.
