The Super Nintendo Entertainment System (often shortened to Super NES or SNES) is a 16-bit home video game console developed by Nintendo. It was released as an enhanced successor to the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES).
The SNES was first released in Japan on November 21, 1990, as the Super Famicom. It was later launched in North America in August 1991, followed by Europe and Australia in 1992. The system was designed to offer superior graphics and sound compared to its predecessor, with a focus on providing a more advanced gaming experience.
The SNES had an extensive library with many critically acclaimed titles. Some of the most notable games include:
The SNES competed primarily with Sega Genesis (known as Mega Drive outside North America). Despite initial challenges, it eventually sold over 49.1 million units worldwide, making it one of the best-selling consoles of its generation.
The SNES had a profound impact on the video game industry: