The classic edition of the Super Nintendo, more popularly known as the SNES has already been released. Unsurprisingly, the modernized version of the console has sold out rapidly, and potential buyers have been trying very hard to get their hands on one. Fortunately, it has been reported that there are other ways to obtain an SNES, which means that there is still hope for fans of the classic gaming console.
Gamespot has reported that they have teamed up with CNET to give fans a chance to possibly win their own SNES Classic Edition. This will be made possible by way of a competition that Gamespot will be holding, which will require the aspirants to fill out an online form. They will then be provided with a "special" link after they have completed the form. Participants will have a 10-minute window to register multiple times to further increase their chances of winning.
These types of marketing has been proven to be necessary since Nintendo has not been able to meet the demand of the public. According to I4U, the flagship store of Nintendo in New York ran out of stock, and Oct. 2 was the last chance for people to grab one at the store. On the store's social media page, they officially announced that stocks are out until further notice.
In a report by Forbes, it seems that the launch date of the SNES Classic Edition saw stores having very long lines as people tried to be as early as possible. At the retail price of $79.99, the SNES Classic Edition makes for a very profitable product, which begs the question why Nintendo was not able to come up with more units. Additionally, on Sept. 29, an estimated 17,000 units of the classic gaming console became available online.
There are also reports that some of the pre-ordered units have not even shipped yet, according to IGN. This sparked very angry customers online, as they took to social media outlets of Amazon to express their grievances. Fans are probably hoping that the people over at Nintendo replenish their stocks very soon.
