The nostalgia of a classic Nintendo Entertainment system is like nothing else.
I remember when I first got a Nintendo. I didn’t get the bundle with the gun, so no “Duck Hunt” for me, but that didn’t stop me from playing “Super Mario Bros.” for hours with my friends. Then I’d go to their houses and play for hours more. It was the first real game system I had (before that I had a Commodore VIC-20 — don’t mind me as I date myself) in a long line of game systems that followed.
I think back on those games and that system fondly, but I never considered buying one today, or even one of the mods people have made, such as this one, called the Hyperkin Retro 5.
Usually it’s because the graphics on these systems is pretty weak compared with what we’re used to from systems like the Xbox 360, and especially newer systems like the PS4 and Xbox One.
Until now, that is.

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Here comes a new katsudon: ice cream katsudon?!?
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Ghibli, One Punch, Fullmetal Alchemist artists create hand-drawn Major Leage Baseball anime video
The complete guide to sushi in one handy picture
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
Japanese pro baseball team’s Father’s Day message misses strike zone, triggers traumatic memories
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Act of Japanese kindness touches one man’s heart, provides hope for elevator etiquette
Japan Travel: Explore a mysterious hidden octagonal tunnel in the mountains of Kyushu
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Japan cherry blossom forecast update moves up sakura dates for many parts of the country
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Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
Japan has a new bar just for people thinking about quitting their jobs, and the drinks are free
Morning-after pill finally available in Japan without a prescription, must be taken at pharmacy
And now, we eat a bear paw we bought in Japan’s Chiba Prefecture【Taste test】
Studio Ghibli turns My Neighbour Totoro characters into bag charms for everyday adventures
Japanese women sound off on their minimum height requirements for a husband【Survey】
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
Japanese pro baseball team’s Father’s Day message misses strike zone, triggers traumatic memories
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Act of Japanese kindness touches one man’s heart, provides hope for elevator etiquette
Japan Travel: Explore a mysterious hidden octagonal tunnel in the mountains of Kyushu
Japan’s job-quitting service claims bosses contact it to try to make their employees quit
11 different ways to say “father” in Japanese
Starbucks Japan releases new Chocolate Milk for Valentine’s Day
What’s the point? Young Japanese professionals list five business manners they find unnecessary
Chinese government tells citizens to not travel to Japan during Chinese New Year
Tokyo pub explicitly soft-bans customers older than 39 from entering
This gigantic judo dojo-sized hotel room will make you feel like royalty, but it’s disappearing soon