Although released in Japan in 1983, the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) wasn't released in the US until October 10, 1985. The deluxe set sold for $299. If instead of buying the NES on launch day, you had invested in Nintendo stock, your shares would be worth an estimated $13,373 today (or $12,478 after fees). | |
Release Date | 18 October 1985 (Japan: 15 July 1983) |
Release Price | $299.00 (Japan: 14,800) |
Company (ticker) | Nintendo (Tokyo: 7974) |
Share Price (as of) | JPY 38,260.00 (3 August 2018) |
Est. Value (with fees) | $13,373 ($12,478) |
Est. Return | 44.72x price, 12.3% IRR |