Nintendo Super NES Classic Edition
Bottom line: The Nintendo Super NES Classic Edition: 21 games pre-installed, including Star Fox 2's first-ever release; main trade-off: game library is fixed at 21 titles with no way to add more.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ 21 games pre-installed, including Star Fox 2's first-ever release
- ✓ Two Super NES Classic Controllers bundled, so 2-player works day one
- ✓ HDMI cable in the box connects to modern TVs with no adapters
- ✓ Suspend points let you save mid-level in games with no native saves
Cons
- ✗ Game library is fixed at 21 titles with no way to add more
- ✗ Controller cables are short enough that most buyers want extensions
- ✗ No cartridge slot, so an existing SNES collection stays unplayable
- ✗ USB power only, with no wall adapter included in the bundle
Manufacturer description
From your first ride on Yoshi to the final heart-pounding escape from Planet Zebes, the Super Nintendo Entertainment System is pure 16-bit retro gaming perfection. Now a new, miniaturized version is here, pre-loaded with 21 of the all-time greatest games, like Super Mario Kart and the first-ever release of Star Fox 2! Just plug it in and play. Live out the golden age of 16-bit gaming like never before. Choose games from the menu, create save points, and more.
SpecPicks Verdict
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many games come with the Super NES Classic Edition?
21 games are pre-installed, including Super Mario Kart and Star Fox 2, which had never been commercially released before this console shipped.
Can I add my own games to the SNES Classic?
No. Nintendo ships the system with a fixed 21-game menu and there is no cartridge slot or official method to add titles.
Does it come with controllers, or do I buy them separately?
Two Super NES Classic Controllers are included in the box, along with an HDMI cable and a USB charging cable.
Will it work with a modern 4K TV?
Yes. The system outputs over the bundled HDMI cable, so any TV with a free HDMI port works without an RF or composite adapter.
Can I save my progress in games that had no save feature?
Yes. The suspend-point system lets you create save points from the menu, so games that originally required one continuous sitting can be paused and resumed.
Key Features
- From your first ride on Yoshi to the final heart-pounding escape from Planet Zebes, the Super Nintendo Entertainment System is pure 16-bit retro gaming perfection.
- Now a new, miniaturized version is here, pre-loaded with 21 of the all-time greatest games, like Super Mario Kart and the first-ever release of Star Fox 2! Just plug it in and play.
- Live out the golden age of 16-bit gaming like never before. Choose games from the menu, create save points, and more.
- The system comes bundled with an HDMI cable, an USB charging cable, two Super NES Classic Controllers, and 21 games, pre-installed and ready-to-play.
- “T” for Teen w/Mild Blood, Suggestive Themes, Violence
Full Specifications
| Size | 12 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Nintendo |
| Color | Gray |
| Model | E3PlaceholderConsole1_NSW |
| UnitCount | 1 |
| ReleaseDate | 2017-09-29T00:00:01Z |
| Manufacturer | Nintendo |
| IsAdultProduct | false |
| ItemPartNumber | CLVSSNSG |
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