Up for grabs is a gorgeous graded 9.0 by CGC Nintendo Pocket Power - the mini magazine handed out to people going to see The Wizard Fred Savage movie back in the 90s. It’s like a mini Nintendo Power - and is a must-add for any serious Nintendo fan, collector or lover of the movie!

This copy was stored directly after being taken home by an employee of the movie theater - kept all these years just for you - it’s very nice and will for sure be a conversation piece in your collection.

The value of these will likely rise as it’s the very first “Nintendo Power” listed alphabetically on the cgc Census … right before the famous first issue! (See pic)

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📖 The Story Behind Pocket Power (1989)

In 1989, Universal Pictures released The Wizard, a cult-classic film that doubled as a showcase for Nintendo. It starred Fred Savage and famously featured the world premiere of Super Mario Bros. 3 on American soil. To promote the movie — and Nintendo’s dominance in gaming — a special mini-magazine called Pocket Power was produced.

This little magazine was essentially a condensed version of Nintendo Power, the official magazine of Nintendo. It was created specifically to be given out at movie theaters showing The Wizard. The idea was to get kids hyped for Nintendo games while tying into the film’s themes of video game competition and adventure.

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📰 What Pocket Power Included

• Exclusive movie tie-in content – Articles and ads connected to The Wizard.

• Nintendo tips & previews – Similar to what fans loved in Nintendo Power, but in a more compact format.

• Collectible format – Unlike the full-size magazine, this was a digest-sized mini-magazine that kids could slip into their pocket (hence the name).

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🎮 Historical Significance

• Pocket Power is considered a rare promotional collectible, as it was only distributed briefly in 1989 during the theatrical run of The Wizard.

• It reflects Nintendo’s marketing genius of the late ‘80s, blending movies, games, and print media into one unified push.

• For collectors of Nintendo Power, The Wizard, or vintage gaming memorabilia, Pocket Power is a must-have piece of history.

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✅ Why Collectors Want This

• Limited-run theater-exclusive giveaway.

• A direct tie to The Wizard, a cult favorite among retro gamers.

• A nostalgic throwback to Nintendo’s golden age of marketing.

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👉 Perfect for Nintendo Power collectors, retro gaming enthusiasts, or movie memorabilia fans

The Pocket Power Nintendo Power The Wizard Mini Magazine is a rare and vintage collectible that offers a unique glimpse into the history of Nintendo. This mini magazine, likely containing exclusive content and interviews, provides fans with a nostalgic look back at the early days of the gaming industry. With its compact size and focus on Nintendo history, this magazine is a must-have for any collector or enthusiast looking to delve into the roots of one of the most iconic gaming companies.

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