Super Nintendo (SNES)
🏭 Nintendo📅 1990
The SNES brought 16-bit gaming to the mainstream in North America and Europe, with stunning visuals and memorable soundtracks. It became known for its robust RPG library, including classics like Final Fantasy VI and Chrono Trigger. Gamers praised its Mode 7 graphics, used famously in titles like Super Mario Kart. The SNES controller set a new standard with shoulder buttons and ergonomic design, catering to more complex gameplay and longer sessions.
📊 Market Data
Units Sold
Global: 49.1M (China gray market ~300-500K)
Best Selling Game
Super Mario World (20M+ including bundles)
Lifespan
1990-2003 (13 years)
⚙️ Technical Specifications
cpu
Ricoh 5A22 (16-bit, 3.58 MHz)
memory
128 KB RAM + 64 KB VRAM
graphics
256x224 to 512x448 resolution, 32,768-color palette
sound
Sony SPC700 (8-channel 16-bit, 32KB dedicated RAM)
media
Cartridge (up to 48Mb with enhancement chips)
🎮 Usage Characteristics
🔤 Local Terms
Super NintendoDisk SystemDoctorGame Rentals16-bit
✨ Unique Practices
- •Using carbon paper to copy save files
- •Handmade Secret of Mana class combination charts
- •Exchanging Front Mission mech customization plans
