Nintendo’s offering a rare discount on its wireless NES gamepads

Nintendo Switch Online subscribers can now get the wireless NES gamepads for $47.99, down from $59.99, until July 31st.

By Andrew Liszewski, a senior reporter who’s been covering and reviewing the latest gadgets and tech since 2011, but has loved all things electronic since he was a kid. If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. If you’re looking for a more authentic way to set a new speedrunning record when Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition launches tomorrow, Nintendo’s now offering a 20 percent discount on its wireless NES gamepads, bringing the price down from $59.99 to $47.99 for a pair of them. The promotion runs until July 31st, so you’ve got a few weeks to take advantage of the deal. However, the controllers are only available to those with a paid Nintendo Switch Online membership — and the free trial doesn’t count. You’ll need to log in with your Switch credentials to buy them through Nintendo’s online store, and Nintendo is limiting sales to four sets of two NES controllers. First released back in 2018, the controllers replicate the design of the original Nintendo Entertainment System’s bundled gamepads but add the convenience of wireless connectivity and a rechargeable battery. Like the Joy-Con controllers, they can only be charged by attaching them directly to the Switch, making the portable console a requisite accessory. / Sign up for Verge Deals to get deals on products we’ve tested sent to your inbox weekly. The Verge is a vox media network © 2024 Vox Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved

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