Nintendo Classic news, features, release date: Gamers can play 30 titles in the modern NES

Retro gamers are in for a treat. Nintendo has recently launched the latest twist to a classic console, the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES). The device boasts a new design and new features. It comes with one controller and 30 video games.

The NES Classic is smaller than the original NES console. In addition, gamers who have and who will purchase the console have 30 games, including classic titles like "Mario Bros.," "Final Fantasy" and "Zelda."

Gamers who purchase the NES Classic acquire the following titles: "Balloon Fight," "Bubble Bobble," "Castlevania," "Castlevania II: Simon's Quest," "Donkey Kong," "Donkey Kong Jr.," "Double Dragon II: The Revenge," "Dr. Mario, Excitebike," "Final Fantasy," "Galaga," "Ghosts' N Ghoblins," "Gradius," "Ice Climber," "Kid Icarus," "Kirby's Adventure," "Mario Bros.," "Mega Man 2," "Metroid," "Ninja Gaiden," "Pac-Man," "Punch-Out!!," "Mr. Dream," "StarTropics," "SUPER C," "Super Mario Bros.," "Super Mario Bros. 2," "Super Mario Bros. 3," "Tecmo Bowl," "The Legend of Zelda" and "Zelda II: The Adventure of Link."

In a press release for the console, Nintendo teased viewers about its features. "The classic NES is back in a familiar-yet-new form as a mini replica of Nintendo's original home console. Relive past glories, defeat the boss that you could never beat, or simply enjoy the classic titles of yesteryear anew."

Aside from its latest design, the console is equipped with modern features such as an HDMI. The device is also powered by a USB cable. On the other hand, unlike modern consoles, the device is unable to browse the internet.

The console was launched on Nov. 11, and is now available on various retailers, including Best Buy, Target, and Amazon. The NES Classic can be purchased for $59.99, which includes a single controller. If users want to connect another controller to the system, gamers can purchase it separately.