Nintendo Quest
Nintendo Quest

Movie spotlight

Nintendo Quest

2015
Movie
92 min
English

Homer's Odyssey meets King of Kong as two über geeks try to collect all 678 officially licensed Nintendo Entertainment System game cartridges in 30 days, WITHOUT the aid of online purchasing.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Rob CaprilozziGenres: Documentary, History

Plot Summary

In the mid-1990s, Nintendo was the undisputed king of video games. But as new consoles emerged and the company struggled to adapt, its dominance began to wane. This documentary explores Nintendo's journey through its most challenging era, from the N64's struggles to the GameCube's eventual retirement from the console wars.

Critical Reception

Nintendo Quest received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences, with many praising its nostalgic look at a pivotal time for Nintendo. Some reviewers found the pacing occasionally uneven, but most agreed it offered an insightful glimpse into the company's strategies and missteps during the late 90s and early 2000s.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its in-depth look at Nintendo's history during a transitional period.

  • Commended for its nostalgic appeal to fans of 90s and early 2000s gaming.

  • Some criticism for a lack of new or exclusive information for die-hard fans.

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Fun Fact

The documentary was funded through a Kickstarter campaign, highlighting the strong community interest in Nintendo's history.

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