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It seems like the N64 Classic Mini dream is one step closer to becoming reality.

Nintendo fans were excited back in July 2017 when the Japanese gaming company filed a trademark application for the N64 in Europe.

Now there is even more reason to get excited, as the application has been accepted.

Could this mean the N64 Classic Mini is on its way?

There is no doubt Nintendo would benefit massively from releasing the Nintendo 64 Classic Mini.

Since the release of the NES Classic Mini and SNES Classic Mini it has been incredibly difficult to get ahold of one.

They have been selling out everywhere.

Now retro video game enthusiasts are desperate for Nintendo to release the N64 Classic Mini.

The rumour intensified after it was reported Nintendo had filed a trademark application for the N64 in Europe.

Considering the success of the NES and SNES, there is no doubt the dream could became reality.

The Nintendo 64 was the third video game console launched by Nintendo in 1996.

The popular console was discontinued in mid-2002.

While a comeback of the N64 has not yet been officially confirmed, the N64 Mini will likely be another miniature console with a hefty library of iconic games.

It should hopefully have the same iconic look as its full-sized predecessor, but fit neatly in the palm of your hand.

It was just under a year between the release of the NES Mini and the SNES Mini.

If Nintendo are following a trend, it could mean the N64 Classic Mini will release by the end of 2018.

No doubt if it is to release this year, it will be much later.

The NES Mini launched in December 2016, while the SNES Mini launched in September 2017.

Meanwhile, Nintendo have revealed they will be producing additional stock of both models in the coming months.

It may seem like a potential N64 release date would be delayed, while the Japanese Games company focus on the success of the NES and SNES mini.

For some the N64 had some iconic games they will be itching to play again.

However, keep in mind some classic N64 games are now Microsoft IP such as GoldenEye, Diddy Kong Racing and Perfect Dark.

That means Nintendo would need to get permission to release these on the N65 Classic Mini.

Other games which could be included are:

• Super Mario 64

• Mario Kart 64

• Super Smash Bros

• Kirby 64, Yoshi’s Story

• Mario Golf

• Star Fox 64

• The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

• Rayman 2: The Great Escape

• Bomberman 64

• Resident Evil 2

• Paper Mario

• Mario Party

• Mario Tennis