Nintendo Day 2016

This Friday is Nintendo Day at retailers across the country – with a range of terrific launches and amazing deals to get Canadians excited for a very Nintendo holiday season.

Of course, November 11 marks the launch of the highly-anticipated Nintendo Entertainment System: NES Classic Edition, a completely digital mini replica of Nintendo’s original console. For only $79.99, the system comes pre-loaded with 30 beloved NES games.

Also launching November 11 is the New Nintendo 3DS XL system inspired by Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon. The New Nintendo 3DS XL Solgaleo Laluna Black Edition is a limited-edition system customized with artwork from the much-anticipated video games, featuring both new Legendary Pokémon. The system, available at a suggested retail price of $239.99, arrives just one week ahead of the Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon games, which hit store shelves on November 18 (sold separately).

In addition to these great new arrivals, Nintendo fans can also enjoy a range of exclusive offers from Canada’s top retailers:

• EB Games will be holding a very special amiibo offer. Between November 11 and November 17, buy any 2 amiibo and get 1 Animal Crossing amiibo free.

•  Looking to add to a growing amiibo collection? From November 11 to 17, save $6 on amiibo purchased through Amazon.ca, or head to Toys“R”Us for a buy 2, get one 1 free amiibo offer (valid until November 17).

• Also at Toys “R” Us, save $20 on the purchase of any New Nintendo 3DS XL until November 17.

• Finally, prepare for the launch of Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon at Best Buy or bestbuy.ca – get $5 off great Pokémon games.

Happy shopping!