How Long Will Retro Game Save Batteries Last For?
154Nintendo originally believed that the save batteries found inside of NES cartridges would only last about 5 years before drying up and no longer holding onto save data. Years later we can see that Nintendo's estimate was way off, although unfortunately not every game has been able to escape having its save battery run out.
In this video we will discuss what the future holds in store for these save batteries, as well as debunk a few misconceptions that already exist in regards to which retro games will still hold onto save data and which ones are already past their prime. Overall, it appears that Pokemon Gold, Pokemon Silver, and Pokemon Crystal have caused many people to become confused regarding what the real situation is.
If you have stories about save batteries or other hits which may assist in figuring out just hold long these batteries still have to go, please feel free to post in the comments down below! People will know that I have many save-loss related stories in regards to games like Donkey Kong Country 2, Paper Mario, Crystalis, and several others, although I believe these were more the result of glitchy, dirty cartridges rather than battery issues.
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