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N64 games: There aren't many, but they're fantastic. That includes a lot, but not all, of what's on the SNES Classic (Super Mario World, Super Metroid, Zelda: A Link to the Past) and a few that aren't (Pilotwings). SNES: As mentioned above, any of the "New" Nintendo 3DS/2DS portables (one with a second, tiny control stick on the right side) can play up to 30 SNES games currently available. Other options include classics like Konami's Lifeforce. NES: Most of the NES Classic's games are available on the 3DS Virtual Console, and plenty more. With that out of the way, here's a lightning round recommendation on some of my favorites from each generation of classic games: Sega-hungry? Outrun and most other Sega 3D Classics are fantastic. I ended up buying about seven over the last two years. But many of these addictive titles are totally worth it, and some are available as collections. Games cost $8-10, which is a bit expensive. Those same Super NES games on the 3DS play really well, and have restore points that allow a single quick-save between plays.
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(2017's 2DS XL is the best choice for most newbies.) Those games will not play on older 3DS and 2DS consoles.