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Contest Number 2 is underway in the Nintendo World Championships, featuring the NES version

Compete by recording your top scores and discover your competitive standing among fellow players. Jump into the action right now!

Contests continue with round 2 of the Nintendo World Championships: New Edition tournament
Contests continue with round 2 of the Nintendo World Championships: New Edition tournament

Contest Number 2 is underway in the Nintendo World Championships, featuring the NES version

Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition Returns on Nintendo Switch Online

Get ready for a blast from the past as the Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition makes its way to Nintendo Switch Online! This exciting game competition, inspired by the original NES World Championships cartridge, offers players a chance to relive classic gaming moments. However, specific rules and requirements for the Nintendo Switch Online version remain limited.

To participate, you'll need an active Nintendo Switch Online membership. This subscription service not only grants access to the game but also opens up the competition or challenge modes. The competition typically involves achieving high scores within a fixed time limit across multiple NES games combined into a single competition cartridge-like experience.

Progress and rankings are usually tracked within the Nintendo Switch Online app or through Nintendo's online leaderboards. Entry may involve redeeming codes or participating in online events hosted or announced through official Nintendo platforms such as My Nintendo and the Nintendo Switch Online app.

While official tournament rules for the July-August 2025 period are scarce, the competition maintains the key gameplay style from the classic competition cartridge. It is timed, fast-paced, and features multiple game segments without interruption, but with modern conveniences like improved transitions and scoring updates.

If you're keen to join the competition, keep an eye out for any official Nintendo announcements or event pages tied to Nintendo World Championships or NES Edition competitions. Additionally, check the My Nintendo site or Nintendo Switch Online “Missions & Rewards” section for related challenges or entry details.

The Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition game features five challenges: Power Grab (Metroid), Loose Change (Super Mario Bros.), Death Mountain Duel (The Legend of Zelda), Barrel Roll (Donkey Kong), and Overcome the Underworld (Kid Icarus). You can also check your overall placement and compare with other players in your birth year.

The competition is available to Nintendo Switch Online members and will run from now until 7/29 at 1:59 a.m. PT. With more than 150 challenging moments from 13 classic NES games, this competition is sure to test your speedrunning skills to the limit. And the best part? You can compete against others worldwide!

Remember, internet access is required for online features, and additional accessories may be required for multiplayer mode, sold separately. Your Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and a Nintendo Account are also necessary for online features.

So, grab your Nintendo Switch and get ready to compete in the Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition! Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just starting out, this competition offers a fun and challenging experience for all. Happy gaming!

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