Nintendo · 1990 · Worldwide
Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES)
Nintendo's 16-bit flagship and home to some of the most celebrated RPGs and platformers ever made.
Introduction
Nintendo's 16-bit flagship and home to some of the most celebrated RPGs and platformers ever made.
History
Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) launched in 1990 from Nintendo. It became one of the defining systems of its era and laid the groundwork for future hardware from the same company.
Release Date
Released in 1990 (Worldwide).
Manufacturer
Nintendo.
Technical Specifications
- CPU
- Ricoh 5A22 @ 3.58 MHz
- Memory
- 128 KB RAM, 64 KB VRAM
- Media
- ROM cartridge
- Display
- Composite/S-Video, 256x224
Best Games
- Super Mario World
- The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past
- Chrono Trigger
- Super Metroid
- Final Fantasy VI
Legacy
The SNES catalog is widely considered the deepest in console history.
Frequently Asked Questions
What did SNES stand for?
Super Nintendo Entertainment System.
Did the SNES use cartridges?
Yes, cartridges were the only media format.