Nintendo Announces Return Of NES Classic In 2018, SNES Classic Production Extended

If there’s one thing that Nintendo learned from the supply fiasco involving the revival of its classic consoles in the NES Classic and the SNES Classic, it’s that there is a huge demand for them. As such, it’s not surprising that the company recently announced the NES Classic’s return in 2018. This provides customers who might have missed out on getting one during the first round the chance to finally own a unit for themselves.

When the NES Classic first hit store shelves last year, it caused a stampede of enthusiastic consumers looking to get a taste of that nostalgic feeling from their days of playing 8-bit games. Unfortunately, there were not nearly enough units to satisfy everyone who wanted to buy the mini console, causing quite the string of heartbreaks. In a recent Tweet, however, Nintendo announced the return of the retro consoles.

There is no exact date as to when fans can start pre-ordering, but the simple fact that they’ll be able to is heartening. In addition, since the NES Classic already came out last year, there’s a good chance that the competition has been shaved nicely. As such, there might just be enough for everyone once it comes out again.

On that note, this reversal in its decision is a bit out of character for Nintendo, Forbes notes. The Japanese video game giant is notorious for its odd product and supply decisions, often at the inconvenience of its consumers. This is why it’s a refreshing change for the company to finally do what customers have been asking for.

In more good news, the production for the SNES Classic has been extended as well, going past the previous 2017 deadline. Now, the company will be making and selling more of the retro console well into 2018, giving all fans the chance to finally get one.