There’s a lot to like about the SNES Classic Mini, with the compact box offering plenty of plug-and-play 16-bit goodness. Save states and the new rewind feature are good additions, and the inclusion of a second controller (unlike with the NES mini) is welcome. It has an impressive line up of games too, with classics such as Super Metroid, Zelda: A Link to the Past, Final Fantasy III, Contra III, Super Mario World and more available alongside the previously unreleased Star Fox 2. Most would agree that the 20 (+1) games on the Mini are an impressive selection, but most also have a number of titles they would have liked to see included.
So let's suppose that the SNES mini had come loaded with an additional 20 games. Let's also pretend that pesky things like licensing wouldn’t have had an impact. Obviously this still doesn’t include every great SNES game (there were a lot of them), but here are the top 20 games that we personally think would have been great additions. They are arranged in order of release, although dates varied between regions and in some cases regions missed out on a title.
Read on and let us know what classics we missed out in the comments section.
ActRaiser (Square Enix / Quintet, 1990)
An early release for the system (arriving the month after the Super Famicom launch) ActRaiser really shouldn’t work. It mixes together side-scrolling platform action with God-sim moments. Rather than being a jumbled mess of ideas however, the two styles compliment each other well as you jump around slashing at monsters one moment, then turn your attention to building up towns the next. Good visual design in the platforming sections and some cracking music from Streets of Rage’s Yuzo Koshiro compliment the package. Square Enix is in control of publishing and with the company already having a couple of titles on the SNES Mini, this might well have been included, had more spots been available.
U.N. Squadron (Capcom, 1991)
Capcom is another company with titles on the Mini, but sadly U.N. Squadron wasn't included. That’s unfortunate as it provides fantastic shmup action as you battle waves of aircraft and large, memorable bosses. Unlike the 1989 coin-op, this is a single-player affair but Capcom added in a wider range of weapons and let you purchase different aircraft too; optional attacks on supply convoys being a good way to build up your funds. Backed by some brilliant music, U.N. Squadron is hugely enjoyable - be sure to check out the original Area 88 manga / anime on which it is based, too.
Super Tennis (Nintendo / Tokyo Shoseki, 1991)
You could maybe count Super Punch-Out!!, but one thing strange about the SNES Mini lineup is the lack of any sports titles. Super Tennis would have been an excellent addition, featuring simple pick-up-and-play mechanics, but with a wide variety of shots available courtesy of the controller’s face buttons. Three different court surfaces feature and there’s a Circuit mode and exhibition matches for the single player to indulge in. It’s in two-player mode that the game really shines, however. Single or doubles matches (against each other or the CPU) make the game suitable for quick bouts of play, although it soon becomes addictive, meaning it could end up being a much longer gaming session. Published by Nintendo but developed by Tonkin House, it’s possible the latter are the reason the game has not seen a re-release (it hasn’t turned up on the Virtual Console either), with the company these days focussed on textbooks and educational software via its parent firm, Tokyo Shoseki.
Parodius: Non-Sense Fantasy (Konami, 1992)
Beginning against the black of space, Parodius could at a glance pass for a regular shmup. It’s not long before the colour appears however, and a wonderfully bonkers adventure begins. Playing like Gradius, the game offers a similar type of challenge, but with a brighter cartoony style and a wacky array of cute foes (and hypodermic needles) to blast. Larger characters include a dancing girl and a pig, and there are plenty of other weird moments such as the bullhorn you can pick up to unleash bizarre text phrases at your enemies such as “Toaster Overheated!”.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles IV: Turtles in Time (Konami, 1992)
A hit in the arcades, this port only allows two-player action (as opposed to the coin-op’s four), but it added an extra stage, enemies and an (admittedly basic) one-on-one VS mode. Matching the look of the then current TV show, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles IV: Turtles in Time is bright and fun as you smash your way through waves of Foot Soldiers, with the memorable ability to throw them into the screen (which comes into play in an early boss battle). Classic arcade fun, but classic arcade fun that would be unlikely to appear on the SNES Mini due it being a licensed title. Shame.
Axelay (Konami, 1992)
A Konami title that could have been included on the SNES Mini (it has turned up on Virtual Console, at least) is Axelay, a cracking shmup that has a mix of vertical and horizontal levels. Challenging but fair, there’s a number of weapons to unlock and some memorable boss battles. Atmospheric music and impressive visuals (particularly the rolling effect on the vertical stages) help immerse you in the action and makes each playthrough a joy. The best shooter on the SNES? Quite possibly.
Pop'n Twinbee (Konami, 1993)
Konami? Again? Perhaps they should put out a "Konami Box", filled with their classics. Or a maybe a pachinko machine themed around them, who knows. Never released in North America, Pop'n Twinbee is another colourful fun (this time vertical) shmup. Fairly easy by default, a visit to the options menu can make things quite challenging, leading to you weaving about avoiding a variety of attacks. Nod along to the catchy music and generally have a good time shooting away at enemies heading your way, or sending a bomb to those below. The choice is yours.
Shadowrun (Beam Software, 1993)
Based on the tabletop game of the same name, Shadowrun is cyberpunk RPG that puts you in the role of amnesiac Jake Armitage as you wander the streets of 2050’s Seattle, battling (or hiring) orcs, elves and other mercenaries. Gunfights and magic battles occur alongside computer hacking as you assemble a team to see you through the dangers and try and find out what is going on. Again, licensing rights would make the inclusion of this game unlikely, but Shadowrun is an engrossing experience from start to finish.
Super Mario All-Stars (Nintendo, 1993)
Super Mario Bros. 3 is the highlight of this NES re-release compilation, often considered (alongside Mario World) the greatest of the 2D Mario platformers. The package includes the three other Super Mario Bros. titles (including the Japan only “Lost Levels”) and gives them a 16-bit audio-visual makeover. Though offering lots of top-notch platforming action, Nintendo probably consider the inclusion of All-Stars unnecessary, having previously stuck the original versions of Mario 1-3 on the NES mini.
Märchen Adventure Cotton 100% (Success, 1994)
Of all the brightly coloured shooters on this list, Märchen Adventure Cotton 100% would be the least likely to feature on the SNES Mini, had an extra spot been available. The series has appeared on a number of different systems over the years including the PC Engine, Dreamcast and Neo Geo Pocket Color, but only on occasion have games seen a Western release. This was not one of those occasions, though knowledge of Japanese isn't needed to enjoy this fun title. You’re a witch on a broomstick and must fly through wonderfully designed fairytale-like levels blasting away at an assortment of creatures (regular shots, bombs and special attacks are available). Cheery whimsical music works well with the aesthetic and although your adventure starts relaxed, the game can provide a good challenge, particularly on the harder difficulty settings.
The Firemen (Human Entertainment, 1994)
Another little-known gem is The Firemen, although this one did see a Western release, albeit only in the PAL regions. Due to its obscurity, inclusion on an expanded SNES Mini roster would be unlikely, but those who have played it know how enjoyable it is. A huge building is ablaze and you must work your way through, putting out the flames that are either heading towards you or just blocking your path. Out of control robots also cause you trouble and the different ways the fire can move and spread keeps the action interesting. Unfortunately it’s single player only, but you have a CPU-controlled sidekick who has a handy fire axe and will carry any people you find to safety.
Unirally (DMA Design, 1994)
Known as Uniracers in North America, this unique and speedy racing title from DMA Design (later Rockstar North – whatever happened to them?) puts you in control of a unicycle that you throw around a series of tracks that feature a number of jumps, twists, loops and hazards. You can perform tricks which, when landed correctly, will speed you up: a must if you want to be successful. Seemingly simple, the game quickly becomes engrossing as you try to perfect your run. The game also has a two-player VS mode and allows you to setup leagues for up to eight players.
Chrono Trigger (Square, 1995)
Chrono Trigger is perhaps the title with the most “I wish they could have included it” comments with regards to the SNES Mini lineup. It’s easy to understand why, with a gripping tale playing out across different time zones, an improved version of the Final Fantasy Active Time Battle system, detailed graphics and a fantastic (and varied) soundtrack. Maybe it would have featured had Nintendo given Square Enix an extra slot on the Mini, or maybe they would have left it off anyway, considering the DS version a more definitive release.
Super Bomberman 3 (Hudson Soft, 1995)
With careful placement of bombs and tactical use of abilities Bomberman would provide fun multiplayer battles. Super Bomberman 3 is one was the last of the SNES titles to get a western release (two more followed in Japan) and while there is a single player mode, it’s the multiplayer portion of the game that provides constant entertainment. With support for up to five players this would be a great title to boot up when you have a lot of people visiting your house/flat/underwater lair. Of course, if it was on the SNES Mini there would need to be a Mini Multitap and another three controllers to get the full benefit. This would turn your dinky box of retro delights into an unsightly mass of cables that would inevitably strangle at least one of your guests. Perhaps best to leave it off on safety grounds, then.
Killer Instinct (Rare, 1995)
After Donkey Kong Country, Rare turned their attention (and SGI workstations) to Killer Instinct, a one-on-one brawler that hit arcades in 1994 and was intended to give an idea of what the (then named) Ultra 64 would be capable of. This SNES port arrived the following year and despite the obvious visual downgrade captured the feel of the game well. Blood and fatal “danger moves” bring to mind Mortal Kombat, but it handles more like the Street Fighter series. It is its own beast however, with a focus on combos that are satisfying to perform, particularly if you manage a ridiculously over the top Ultra combo. As enjoyable as it is however, Microsoft’s 2002 acquisition of the studio ensured that a SNES Mini inclusion was never on the cards.
International Superstar Soccer Deluxe (Konami, 1995)
The SNES had a number of football games released, but ISS Deluxe is the best of the bunch, with 36 teams to pick from, different weather conditions, different formations and a range of moves available as you attempt to put the ball in the back of the net. It supports four players, but this would of course be limited to two on the SNES Mini. It’s still a lot of fun however, and you can choose to play against each other or co-operate to take on the CPU opposition. Also, the announcer in the game is hilarious: “He Shoots! Past the post”, “It’s a BIG kick!”. Ah, those really were the days.
Seiken Densetsu 3 (Square, 1995)
A much hoped for title in the West, this third entry in the Mana series features six playable characters and a lengthy story to experience. Playing similarly to (the also awesome) Secret of Mana, Seiken Densetsu 3 adds a calendar system. This can come into play with magic being more effective on certain days, events occurring at set times and it will also effect the enemies encountered. Of course, were this to be included on the SNES Mini, the Japan-only release would require translating. That’s a lot of effort for something Nintendo is producing in limited quantities. Hopefully Square Enix is saving it for a localised release of the Seiken Densetsu Collection instead.
Terranigma (Quintet, 1995)
Though not a prolific developer, Quintet produced some cracking games in its time (see also: ActRaiser). Terranigma (another title that didn’t make it to North America) is an action RPG that visually looks great. More impressive is the soundtrack, featuring a good mix of mysterious and adventurous tracks often with a haunting element to them. There’s a gripping story that plays out through the game, dealing with light and dark forces and rebirth that kicks off when you open a forbidden door. It’s not on the SNES Mini, but worth tracking down to experience. Go in as blind as possible and you'll discover one of the best RPGs on any console.
Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy’s Kong-Quest (Rare, 1995)
Improving a little on the already impressive visuals of the first game, Diddy’s Kong's Quest more importantly provides additional fun monkey platforming action. Donkey Kong is out, replaced by Dixie Kong, who has a useful floating move to avoid dangers. Animal buddies provide additional ways to play and there’s lots of secrets to find and things to collect if looking for full completion. If not, there’s still lots of high quality platforming to enjoy.
Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong’s Double Trouble! (Rare, 1996)
This time Diddy’s gone as well, so Kiddie Kong joins Dixie for the banana collecting and secret finding. Offering a less linear progression through the game than its predecessors, Donkey Kong Country 3 still provides well-designed levels that feature a number of different hazards and enemies to contend with. Impressive music features throughout the trilogy and makes each of these an aural delight as well as being a lot of fun to play through.
Do you agree with our list? Which classic games do you wish could have been included on the SNES Classic Mini?
Comments (196)
Much as I love Chrono Trigger, I'd rather the DS version
I'd love to see the chaos engine on that list. One of my all time favourite co-op games.
Pilotwings
Other than Chrono Trigger, Bomberman, and the other two Donkey Kong Country Games, I don't really care for the games on this list. I would have enjoyed Zombies Ate My Neighbors and Secret of Evermore though.
Final Fight
Super Double Dragon
Killer Instinct
Super Bomberman
Secret of Evermore
Battletoads in Battlemaniacs
Super Star Wars
Super Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back
Super Star Wars: Return of the Jedi
Turtles in Time
Batman Returns
Chronotrigger
Demolition Man
Super Smash TV
Spider-Man: Maximum Carnage
Magical Quest starring Mickey Mouse
Donkey Kong Country 2
Donkey Kong Country 3
Stunt Race FX
Super Aleste
Zombies are my Neighbours
The Mario All-Stars and DKC sound great for compilation purposes
Ctrlf-F 'Goemon' sad face
I'll join the "Where the heck is Zombies ate my Neighbors?" crowd.
Definitely. The SNES Mini line-up has some strange omissions. I certainly think Donkey Kong Country 2, Super Bomberman and Chrono Trigger should have been on there. Killer Instinct as well, but I know it's not possible due to Microsoft (plus perhaps too violent/bloody anyway).
Plus, while I realise sports games aren't really doable (both because of licensing issues and the fact that different sports are popular in different countries), in an ideal world, I would have had any of the following: International Superstar Soccer, Sensible Soccer, Super Soccer, NBA Jam, NBA Live 95. But yeah, they were never going to happen.
Plok?
Yeah I agree with this list and could add a few more titles as well where Is final fight 3!
The Legend of the Mystical Ninja (Ganbare Goemon) To me is on the top 10 games of the SNES (this game is actually included in the Japanese version of the system).
I had always felt so bad we never got the 2,3 and fourth game
Pretty much nailed it, although I would probably add Goemon, Tetris Attack, and Tetris/Dr Mario
SimCity was the strange missing due to licensing issues for me. The lineup also seems to be missing a beat'em up like Final Fight or Knights of the Round Table which was a big genre for SNES.
Everything past those become a little subjective. If we are wishing, why stop at Super Mario All-Stars? Throw in Super Mario All-Stars + Super Mario World since it is the first time Luigi was a unique sprite from Mario in Super Mario World.
Of the ones on this list I think Super Tennis and Chrono Triggers are the two I agree with the most. I would happily replace some of the games included with either of those two. They would have both not only made sense but they would have added something
Beyond that I think DKC 2 and Unirally make a lot of sense in isolation. However DKC is already on there and Unirally would have been a legal nightmare. So I don't see how either could have worked.
Dragon Quest VI, anyone? Or Dragon Quest III SFC version?
Really, any of the 4 SFC Dragon Quest titles (I+II, III, V, VI) would have been excellent re-releases on this console. But since they never came west*, it would have probably been reserved for the Nintendo Classic Mini: Super Famicom, rather than the SNES Classic.
This list needs more Tetris Attack.
I love Parodius!
Super Star Wars
More in the wish list
Panel de Pon/Tetris Attack
Magical pop'n
Sim City
Wrecking crew '98
The Duel: Test Drive 2
Jelly boy (aka smart ball)
Kikikaikai (aka pocky and rocky)
The biggest omission is Pilotwings I think. So strange that it didn't even make it to this list! I definitely agree on the other two Donkey Kong games as well. Having at least DKC2 on it would have been great.
I love the SNES classic line-up, but a few more 2 player games would have been great. Off the top of my head, I'd add:
Pocky & Rocky
Final Fight 2
Super Bomberman
Legend of the Mystical Ninja
It is impossible to fit the brilliance of the whole SNES gaming library with just 20 titles. "Piltowings" was my their game after "Super Mario World" and "F-Zero", it is one heck of an omission IMO. The more I think about, the more I am glad I was abbe to experience all of these games first hand when they were released. Truly a console that just keeps on giving.
This is missing the two other best SNES RPGs: Illusion of Gaia and EVO Search for Eden.
Turtles in Time
Knights of the round
Donkey Kong Country 2 and 3
Many others, but these are the biggest.
The lack of Disney and Star Wars games are the big ones for me. Plus Bomberman of course. Will hack my SNES just to get those!
@Joffy That was on the Super Famicom Mini so we didn't include it here
Illusion of Gaia
It's getting to the point now lists me as well the entitled 'these games aren't included on the SNES Classic'. Yes, some titles posted here were of course SNES staples, but it's hard to argue what games are included aren't all good at worst, half a dozen bona fide all-time classics.
Also, Hackchi - for those inclined.
One snes game that is deserving of far more attention than it ever received was Konami's conversion of Prince of Persia! Amazing, atmospheric music, great graphics, great level design, and just an overall fun, mesmerizing experience! It's been in my top twenty since the early 90's, yet most people don't seem to even know that it exists!
Finally somebody puts Terranigma on the list!
I want to add Secret of Evermore and Illusion of Gaia. These are perfect 16Bit Action Adventures. I'd still rate Secret of Mana a bit higher, but these are close follow-ups.
Chrono Trigger is an absolute must. I think it's the most-played JRPG from that time. Including Final Fantasy VI is nice, but I think Dragon Quest is perhaps even more important. DQ5 would have been the obvious choice here.
I spent most of my youth in USA and France. I was fortunate enough to play some NA-exclusives like Super Mario RPG but I also experienced the huge Dragon Ball hype in France at the time. The SNES games were very, very good and I don't remember anyone still caring about Street Fighter after DB3 and DB4. I think they could still be enjoyable today.
https://youtu.be/aZtkPZih-3s
I want Tiny Toons Wacky Sports Challenge.


Allstars was one i really wanted. Super Star Wars seemed like a good candidate. I kind of wish they'd release a translated Super Bomberman 5 or just Super Bomberman 2. Oh yeah and Tiny Toons Buster Busts Loose.
That said, more obscure choices like DBZ Hyper Dimension or Gundam Wing Endless Duel would have been lovely (but extremely unlikely) surprises.
@Damo Ah fair enough, wish it would've made its way onto the PAL one. I hope the N64 ones are included in the N64 Mini, I'm pretty sure I've lost my copy of Mystical Ninja 2.
I'm certain licensing issues would prevent many of these games from being a reality, but I agree that DKC 2 and 3 were unacceptable glaring omissions. Also, where is Kirby's Dreamland 3? Stunt Race FX? Tetris Attack? Pilotwings?
Yes to Super Tennis, Super Mario All-Stars, Chrono Trigger, Terranigma, DKC 2 & 3, ActRaiser, TMNT, Seiken Densetsu 3, Shadowrun and Axelay.
I'll add Final Fantasy IV/II, Super Star Wars, Super Empire Strikes Back, Super Return of the Jedi, Super R-Type, R-Type III, Pilotwings and Super Aleste/Space Megaforce.
You could also make one of these just containing RPGs as there are so many great ones on SNES.
There's no capcom Disney games in this. And no Zombie are my neighbors. Awful list
@skywake Totally agree. Super Tennis and Chrono Trigger are the ones that could hold the "classic" pedigree I think, the others are either compilations, obscure titles for the mainstream, or follow-ups where already the most essential are included (e.g. the first Donkey Kong Country).
Personally, I'd love for ISS to be on there, but I understand why it's not just like with most games on this list.
I'd only add Sunset Riders, which is to this day one of my favorite SNES titles. Other than that, awesome list. DKC2, Actraiser, Bomberman and Chrono Trigger, at the very least, really should have been there.
Also, too obscure for the SNES Mini, but still, shout out to The Lost Vikings.
You get no love for not having Final Fantasy II/IV on there. No love whatsoever!!
Avatar says it all!
Stunt Race FX
Rock and Roll racing
Jimmy Connors Tennis
Pebble Beech Golf
Striker
I must be the only person who cares about Super Off-Road...
SIGH. I get so tired of hearing that Super Mario All Stars "should" be on the SNES Mini, or "should" be on the VC. People, it was a promotional cart. It was four games on one cart, so no way Nintendo's going to treat it as one game. And because it's a compilation (plus its non-retail nature), putting it on a list like this feels like cheating, anyway.
I'd definitely agree with Super Tennis - it was an important early game, it's great, it's a genre that's un-represented on the device and it would have added something (as others have mentioned).
Chrono Trigger is also very obvious. It's arguably a better game than FFVI (and certainly a more approachable one).
Tetris Attack is the one I really miss on this though. It's a perfect 2-player game and perhaps my favourite puzzle game. I understand why it's not there (the Tetris license) but Nintendo should have bitten the bullet, made a ROM hack and renamed the game "Yoshi's Puzzle League" or something similar. Japan has got Panel de Pon on their Super Famicom Mini.
@Haywired It's one of the few SNES cartridges I own that isn't on the SNES classic (I don't own too many SNES cartridges).
This guy @DESS-M-8 saved me typing my own list out, great list and I love games like Batman Returns more than I should.
Whilst some are obviously difficult for licensing issues, Killer Instinct should have been possible given the recent agreements for cross play and the Mario characters in a now Microsoft owned game
Can we all agree they could've made it 50 games and still left our some of our favorites?!
Stunt race FX and Mario all-stars would have been amazing. Especially considering; Mario all-stars was never released in Europe running at 60mhz.
I would have loved that.
How is Mystical Ninja not on this?
Final Fantasy IV???
@Dr_Corndog it has the definitive versions of the NES Mario games. A lot of us SNES kids grew up with all stars rather than the originals on NES.
@eltomo I had it (Super Off Road), but the game is really super shallow and easy. Perhaps only fun in multiplayer. The soundtrack is absolutely incredible though, and I listen to it quite often.
Actraiser is one of my favorite games. If that had been on the SNES it would have been even more exciting to own. I mean, I'm thrilled with it anyway, but yeah there are a few other SNES games I'd have loved to see included.
@molkom You can not mean that Turtles in Time is not a classic title? It's withouth a doubt the best brawler to ever grace a Nintendo console.
It seems so odd Pilotwings is not on the SNES mini
ActRaiser, Parodius, Axelay, Chrono Trigger, Terranigma and DKC2
Definitely. All of them are amazing games. Chrono Trigger in particular, I find it puzzling that they would leave that one out.
There's a few there I don't think are entirely necessary--they're not games I imagine would immediately pop into most people's heads as essentials--but there's a load I absolutely agree with.
This is why, if I had any say, I'd have designed the SNES Mini with a functioning mini cartridge slot, and I'd have it so consumers could buy additional mini-compilation carts down the line that each contain another 20-30 or so of the SNES' best games (I'd charge maybe $30-$40 each for them on something like that). This way you'd only need to buy a small handful of additional carts to have as close to the full SNES library as is technically possible in this day and age (taking into account various licensing issues and all that junk).
Note: The reason I'd do a handful of physical carts rather that simply allowing people to go online and download more digital titles directly to the system's internal storage is for a myriad of reasons: It goes against the simply and no-hassle old-school nature of the system. It means you always have full ownership of the physical games you've purchased, for all time--which is a major worry and issue with the way digital is going right now imo. And you don't have to worry about setting up online accounts, creating shop profiles, adding cards, managing internal storage space, being connected to the Internet, agreeing to dodgy EULAs before you can access and download the games you're paying for, and whatever other junk that comes with going digital and online these days.
@LUIGITORNADO "Definitive" is debatable. At any rate, it's still a poor choice, for the reasons I already pointed out.
I would add these :
Mystic Quest
Secret of Evermore
Soulblazer
Lufia 2 : Rise of the Sinistral
Illusion of Time (Gaia)
DKC2 and 3 are fantastic games. Some of my favorite platformers ever. It’s a shame they weren’t included on the mini.
@LUIGITORNADO I'm not sure that it has the definitive versions of the NES games. The original SMB and 'The Lost Levels' have slightly different physics on the All Stars version and the 16-bit graphics (while great) aren't anywhere near as iconic or timeless.
I'd agree that the SNES versions of Mario 3 and Mario 2 (USA) are pretty much definitive though - given the choice between the 'All Stars' versions of either game and the NES originals I'd choose the 'All Stars' version.
@Dr_Corndog
Dans les 21 jeux pourquoi ne pas sortir un RPG ou un jeux de plateforme pour y mettre un shoot hem up!
A minima pour l'équilibre.
+clock tower!
Axelay never did anything for me. I'm not a fan. As for games I'd like to have seen included, Sunset Riders, Ninja Warriors Again, Pocky & Rocky 1 and 2, Super Bonk 1 and 2(just played those recently. The second was Japan only. Those are what come to mind.
TOP GEAR : the best racing game on the system

Is it just me or the cover of Unirally is kind of... hum... "strange"?
That's a perfect selection by Nintendo Life. Flawless!
Good list. Super Tennis missing is a real shame, especially as it is a Nintendo published game. I don't think it's ever made it to a VC either has it? I wonder why
Terranigma is the best super nintendo game. I love games with great atmosphere and music. When i played the emulated version many years after i have played the original i cried a little when i left the hometown. It was like meeting a long lost friend.
Looking at the box for Chrono Trigger< i just realized how crappy the box art is. Marle doesn't use fire, what it Frog doing and who are they fighting?
Wish they would have included Tetris Attack. It was my favourite game on the SNES
I don't much agree with the list as in most the cases you have license problems that doomed them. In others you have fluff pieces like re-running the SMB games in AllStars and wasting space on sequelitis with DKC2 and 3. I'm not sure what the standing on Quintet is but guessing licensing there too. DMA should be Rockstar and well that wasn't likely to happen at all.
Chrono, Bomberman, and Axelay are the only 3 that make sense as the publishers are on the little box and not tied by some dumb agreements of the 90s. I'd rather not speculate much but I did question early on why Pilotwings was left off other than Nintendo wanting to leave enough space for third parties. Had they made the unit cost maybe $10-20 more and put 30 titles I think those 3 plus Pilotwings would have made the cut.
Very nice picks! I think Actraiser or SimCity also would have been good picks. I'm particular about Illusion of Gaia, but Actraiser is probably the most well known Quintet title.
Great list, but NBA Jam is so so so good.
@gurtifus
YOU SIRE ARE A GENTLEMAN AND A SCHOLAR.
LUFIA II. Hands down. the one game I would add. Best ever.
Unirally is great, but wasn't there a law suit from Pixar that forbids contribution of the game???
Nevertheless, I will play the game now on my old SNES
All these games make sense, but for me the biggest omission is Tetris Attack. Would also love Kirby's Dream Land, Kirby's Avalanche, and Zombies Ate My Neighbors
@Spoony_Tech To be fair, the SNES version of FFIV was kind of a mess.
@Ebelskiver In what way? It played fine for back then.
I came to post my love for Uniracers, and was pleasantly surprised to see it on the list. I'll throw out Bust-A-Move instead. I spent so many hours with that game.
Axelay for sure!! (That mini review is SPOT ON!!)
Sunset Riders
Wild Guns
T2: The Arcade Game (if there was a mouse attachment!)
and yes . . . Ken Griffey's MLB Baseball
SimCity and Pilotwings. Being Nintendo originals, their inclusion would've been a breeze in the right department.
so many games that were on the SNES! but not on the mini...
I wish that all the DKC games were included and of course Chrono Trigger. ActRaiser would have also been pretty awesome to have on the system. And echoing the sentiment here, I hope that Seiken Densetsu Collection makes its way to the West, fully translated on Nintendo Switch!
This really speaks to how great the SNES actually was. For me the biggest omission was Mario Bros. All Stars. Simply because we could have gotten some extra games out of it. Granted they showed up on the NES Classic, so that's probably why it was omitted. Still, that was my most played game on the system. The remaster was great.
Man do I wish Turtles in Time would have been added. Would have traded that over Ghouls 'n Ghosts any day.
Drop DKC3 and replace it with Zombie Ate My Neighbors!
@Spoony_Tech Removal of unique abilities (some seemingly for no reason) on multiple characters, abysmal translation, and some effects on weapons that don't work at all, to name a few things. It's playable, sure. But it's hardly a version worth a slot on the US SNES mini. Would make more sense on the JP version.
Mega Man 7
Donkey Kong Country 2&3
Chrono Trigger
Alcahest
Final Fight 3
Aladdin
Ardy Lightfoot
Breath of Fire 1&2
Daikaijuu Monogatari (an RPG, trust me, it's good. Simple, but good)
Harvest Moon
Hook
Indiana Jones' Greatest Adventures
Super Star Wars Trilogy
Legend of the Mystical Ninja
Magical Quest
Mickey & Donald: Magical Adventure 3
Pocky & Rocky
Super Adventure Island 2
Super Bomberman 2 (best of the series, better than #3; they went cheap after #2)
Super Double Dragon
TMNT: Tournament Fighters
Tetris Attack
Tetris & Dr. Mario
Super Tetris 3
Wario's Woods
Yoshi's Cookie
There's a lot of weird, obscure choices here. At least you included DKC 2&3.Those are the most glaring omissions, IMO.
@Ebelskiver could you elaborate on this please?
edit: oh looks like you have i shoulda refreshed the page
I just want to play the games again that i’ve got on carts that consumed so much time during my uni days:
Cannon Fodder
Sensible Soccer
Bust a move
Pilotwings
Super Star Wars
These will be modded on to my mini just as soon as the hack arrives.
I agree with Chrono Trigger and the other two DKC games. Add Killer Instinct for a round 25.
Uniracers could have never made it to the SNES mini:. The developers were sued by Pixar because the unicycle resembled a character from Red's dream, a Pixar short. Pixar sued, teh developers lost and Uniracers just sold 300,000 units before the injunction.
Would have loved to have see sunset riders on Snes Classic
Aliens, Jurasic park, Ninja turltle Turtle in time, Spiderman, Killer instinct and Terminator.
@ricklongo sunset riders, that's a classic, how many hours I've played that game with my buddy...
NBA Jam
Here's my own idea for games I would have included with the SNES Mini--although we didn't even get 30--plus a few extras I would add if the library were bigger:
http://www.inceptional.com/2017/04/20/the-games-i-want-to-see-on-a-snes-mini/
Illusion of Gaia
Ogre Battle - this is one I never played, but wanted to
Simcity, Aerobiz Supersonic and Super R Type!
UNIRALLY! (who'd guessed) Thankfully my original SNES works, so does my Unirally. So simple, yet such a wonderful game!
I'd put Bomberman there as well. Breath of Fire. Mortal Kombat 2 (But I guess it's too violent for such a collection? ) At least it has SF.
My parents never really had money t buy games so my childhood was pretty much SMW, NHL95 and Unirally. LTTP I got lend from neighbour.
Still SMW, FZero, LTTP and FF6 (that's what I know it as) makes me. So happy.
Same here, Zombies Ate My Neighbors!
That would have fit into the mix perfectly. It's an awesome co-op game and since the system comes with two controllers, it would be perfect.
Tactics Ogre
Sparkster
Super Turrican
I legit don't understand why DKC2 and 3 weren't included. I doubt it would have cost them any more to do it, and surely Nintendo knows that DKC2 is widely considered the best of the trilogy.
I half expect a SNES Classic 2 at this point, what with so many great games missing.
Needs more Mega Man quadrilogy love.
I'm pretty surprised that Chrono Trigger wasn't included, but it could be they felt Secret of Mana and FFIII scratched that itch?
My childhood nostalgia list...
Indiana Jones' Greatest Adventures
Super Star Wars Trilogy
Pilotwings
Turtles in Time
Alien 3
Batman Returns
Parodius
Wing Commander (not exclusive but I spent a lot of time on this one!).
Just give me Hagane.
Ah the Enix Quintet days-- Those guys really, really, made some immersive games (Good one on Act Raiser, NL, I was shocked that one didn't make it). Terranigma is a game I had started on PC for a time but never finished it, hoping that it would possibly get localized, but I guess I'll have to fire up the emulation engine again. It was a loose trilogy, and I had played the prior two which were Soulblazer and Illusion of Gaia (IoG should have made it as well). Chrono Trigger needs no intro, so I'll save typing on that. Seiken Densetsu 3 was another I was hoping for, but I'll see if this collection gets localized-- If not, I'll have to find a fan translation and get going with that one too on emulation. Good nod on Shadowrun too-- That one a friend kept telling me about back in the day, then I finally played it, and wow was it engrossing. DKC2 and 3 are shoe-ins of course as they were great, but if I had to add my own to this list, I'd mention these (including one I mentioned above:
Mega Man 7
Mega Man X2
Mega Man X3
Lufia & The Fortress of Doom
Lufia II: Rise of the Sinistrals
Breath of Fire
Breath of Fire II
Final Fantasy II (IV)
Super Double Dragon
Illusion of Gaia
If only they would allow the SNES mini to have access to a SNES virtual console store on the eShop and then start releasing games in the future.
I agree with both DKC 2 & 3 and Chrono Trigger, but I think Kirby’s Dream Land 3 should have made the cut too.
Good picks.
Turtles in Time, Killer Instinct, and Actraiser are mong my absolute favorites.
Killer Instinct was the last fighting game I was ever good at. Both this one and the N64 version. I still have both with their boxes and booklets and everything.
Great list. Still missing Secret of Evermore which I love.
@vonseux Hell yeah on Top Gear. Would do the sequel though. Been wanting to replay that series for a long time.
I needed Actraiser to consider purchasing a SNES Mini--as it is, nope! (Not that they'll be missing my sale, of course.)
As for Super Tennis (still the best tennis game ever!), that's in the same licensing hell as arcade Donkey Kong, with the co. that produced it still in existence to some extent, but they left the gaming biz 20-years ago while leaving the rights to their games in limbo.
You mean: "Games that you should add once the mod to insert new games is released"?
Bebe's Kids 😋
PILOT WINGS should be on there . . . . . . As well as TETRIS ATTACK. As for licensed games I would have liked BATMAN: TAS or BATMAN RETURNS. SMASH T.V. would have been nice as well.
@Alikan It's funny. I've played through EVO: Search For Eden a dozen times or more, despite its obvious flaws. The controls are sluggish, it's very grindy, and the music is extremely repetitive. But that sense of satisfaction you get from upgrading your animal is so great. Every upgrade looks and feels distinctive, in a way that most RPG-style upgrade systems don't manage.
Good choices, though imo there really should have been a puzzle game on here, with multiplayer, like Tetris & Dr. Mario, that, ChronoTrigger, and Turtles in Time (or any other Beat-em-ups) would have rounded out the selection nicely.
I miss these ones:
Donkey Kong Country 2
Donkey Kong Country 3
Super Tennis
International Superstar Soccer
Terranigma
Secret of Evermore
And the ones with copyrights that were impossible:
Turtles in Time
Super Star Wars
Super Empire Strikes Back
Super Return of the Jedi
Aladdin
Killer Instinct
Indiana Jones
...
...
Jurassic Park
R-Type III: The Third Lightning
Super Off Road
Super R-Type
...
SimCity for the music alone.
The version of Mario all stars that included super Mario world should have definitely been included. Donkey kong country 2, pilot wings, and chrono trigger were also no brainers. I have a feeling chrono trigger wasn't included because of the remastered hd version headed to PS4 next year was a determining factor. I would have loved the other games listed especially turtles in time but due to liscensing fees, I can understand why it wasn't. All of us could add a bunch of different games to our wishlist, but I'm sure we can all agree on the games I mentioned. I would have preferred Nintendo to have given us classic minis that featured 30 or 21 of the most rare more expensive must own games. Hopefully, Nintendo delivers another nes, snes classic with different games. A capcom themed nes classic with all the mega man and Disney games or konami nes classic would be awesome. They could sell different systems with different themes. I'm still hoping that once classics are widely available, maybe they have a plan in place to deliver more games to both systems.
I'm pleased that Nintendo released this but yeah the following games would have been epic.
Super Mario All Stars
Mario's time machine
Mario is missing
Turtles in time
Sim City
Pilot Wings (I was disappointed as I did think this was included until about a month ago)
Super R type
DKC 2&3
Desert Strike (that would have been a cool addition to the console)
Soul blazer
Illusion of time
Terranigma
Act raiser
Mega man X2 & X3
Magical quest starring Mickey Mouse
Super Mario allstars
Chrono trigger
Pocky & Rocky
The lost vikings
Axelay
Donkey Kong Country 2 & 3
Non-licensed omissions that seem weird to me are DKC 2 and All-Stars. I can make some theories about both omissions , but I won't. I get why Dream Land 3 and DKC 3 arent on there as they are A+ games in visuals only. Gameplay isn't bad on either, but is kind of whatever. I still think Dream Course is an inspired choice as it's gained a lot of popularity in the past 5 years.
What about NBA T.E. still tons of fun
Chrono Trigger, Super Tennis, and Killer Instinct are the only ones I agree with though I understand why KI may have been an issue.
Excited to see Uniracers, that game was so underrated.
I agree with DKC2 though, despite loving DKC3, I feel that one could be left out for other games.
I definitely agree with Turtles in Time and Chrono Trigger.
I feel Super Mario All Stars sorta cheats (4 games in one).
I would love any Capcom Disney games on that list (Aladdin, Lion King, Jungle Book, any Micky game, Goof Troop, to name a bunch), Claymates (am I the only one who liked that game?), Indiana Jones, and Bomberman 2. And I'm sure there's others I'm forgetting...
Ouch...
ActRaiser
Legend of the Mystical Ninja
Chrono Trigger
Final Fantasy II (IV)
Lufia & The Fortress of Doom
Lufia II: Rise of the Sinistrals
Breath of Fire
Breath of Fire II
Super Double Dragon
Soul Blazer
Illusion of Gaia
Terranigma
Secret of Evermore
Secret of Mana 2
Final Fight 2
Final Fight 3
Donkey Kong Country 2
King of Dragons
Knights of the Round (+1)
Pocky & Rocky
Pocky & Rocky 2
Super R-Type 3
@gutsdozier the story is entertaining, you get teary eyed when asteroids wipe out dinosaurs, a naked chick who is the spirit of the earth guides you. The ability to customize your animal to your heart's desire, the pride of killing boss monsters and finding secrets. The music and graphics...EVO is an 11 out of 10. -despite the herky jerky controls and grinding.
Would never happen due to licensing issues but I'd love to have both sensible world of soccer and aladin
Smash Tennis is much better than Super Tennis and has the same infinite replayability as Super Mario Kart with 2 players of the same level.
Also you put 4 shoot'em up but forgot the best one of the system: Super Aleste.
Some games you missed: Demon's Crest, Biker Mice from Mars (great arcade racer once you know how to play it, tap B in straight lines to dash regularly. It has a cooldown system so don't do it constantly), Cybernator, Shin Kidou Senki Gundam W-Endless Duel (very spectacular fighting game), Magical Pop'n (great action platformer.
A great list, but I think it’s missing Tiny Toon Adventures Buster Busts Loose. It’s yet another Konami game (they were on fire back then!) but it’s incredibly inventive with great variety between the levels and from a technical perespective it’s yet another Konami tour de force.
It’s a shame the game tends to be forgotten about these days.
I'm schocked thag no one wanted Kirbys Dreamland 3. I would have much rather had dl 3 than dream course. Also I'm disappointed by the lack of beat em ups (not a single final fight game at all is a HUGE oversight). Also Nintendo should have included super mario all-stars + super mario world. That all could have been one game and would have left room for other titles. Lastly I would have preferred to get new challengers instead of super turbo so I could play as cammy and fei long. And of course no chrono trigger makes me sad
The selection of titles on the SNES Mini is good but there are a few genres that are notably underrepresented. Specifically RPG/Adventure, Shmups, Brawlers, and Puzzlers. With that in mind here's my list:
Obligatory
1- Super Mario All-Stars
2- Actraiser
3- Pilotwings
RPG/Adventure
4- Chrono Trigger
5- Final Fantasy II
6- Lufia 2
7- Illusion of Gaia
8- Terranigma
9- Legend of the Mystical Ninja
10- Ogre Battle
Shmups
11- Axelay
12- Super R-Type or R-Type 3
13- U.N. Squadron
14- Super Smash TV
Brawlers
15- TMNT IV
16- Knights of the Round
17- Final Fight 2
Puzzlers
18- Super Bomberman 1,2,or3
19- Tetris Attack
20- Lost Vikings
Honorable mentions
Has anyone asked them why they cut the number of titles from the NES to SNES down to 20(+1)? 30 was a good number. Hate to imagine how many N64 games they'll put on the next one. 15? 10? Hopefully stick to 20 minimum.
Or just wait till it's you-know-what.
@StuTwo: Our Tetris Attack was originally Japan's Panel De Pon, slightly modified for mostly theme. Then, Japan also got our version of the game, named Yoshi's De Pon, or similar to that, on their Satelaview SNes add-on.
@Everyone_Else: I would have taken out of the mini:
SGnG, SF2T, SoM, SC4, C3, FF3(FF6).
I have literally no idea why Pilotwings isn't on there. Did Nintendo consider the game too hard for the Mini's (target) market/audience? No licensing issues, as far as I know. I think its 64 sequel does have license issues, I think.
Nintendo should have included translated Panel De Pon, or the Yoshi-themed version Japan had on the Satelaview.
SMAS+World would have been technically 1 game. I'm sure though, that Nintendo preferred to have SMW as a stand-alone title on the Mini's menu. It was that system's flagship Mario title.
Mario Paint would have been a pretty cool add, too.
Kirby's Super Star would have been another one. But Nintendo seemed to be clever to add in "sports", but with their own mascots. Hence, Kirby's Dream Course is the "golf" title on the Mini.
Mega Man 7 also should be there.
I'll leave my list at that. Every game I just listed probably would have been no problem for Nintendo. As for MM7, obviously Capcom has games on the Mini, so... Kirby's Super Star might require some extra emulation; I dunno how the Mini handles it, 1 emulator, or 1-per-game.
Since I already have the games on the Mini, that I would want, & 6 of them I do not want, the Mini is not for me. I would be interested in getting one, if I enjoyed all the games on offer, or enjoyed more of them, than not.
I will say again, though, the Mini is great for people that want those specific games. You all enjoy!
Parodius is one of the best shoot em ups on the SNES in my opinion, I will probably get shot for this but I would have swapped Star Fox 2 for Parodius as I don't believe it needs 2 Star Fox games. If I'm being really finicky I'd also prefer Donkey Kong Country 2 over the first game. Apart from that the game line up is perfect for me
Rock n' roll racing! And disappointed Nintendo life; no Stunt Race FX? 😐
😜
@Capt_N Considering Contra 3 is on there (which you say you want removed), I doubt Pilotwings wasn't included because it was "too hard" for the target audience.
Kirby Super Star is also already on there, by the way.
I would add in one of the Japan only FE games or NBA Jam as well but that's a solid list. Maybe FF 5?
That's why I'm gonna hack this thing. Not to add emulators and everything... But just to add the Snes Games I want on this. Aladdin comes to my mind first : it was my first game on the system, and even if it's considered as blasphemy, I always prefered the Capcom Snes version to the Virgin Genesis one (for instance, on genesis, Aladdin had a sword to kill his ennemies... Did they even seen the movie before making the game ?).I'd like to add also :
Magical Quest starring Mickey Mouse
Shaq Fu (don't laugh my childhood memories)
Star Ocean
Tiny Toons Adventures
DBZ 1-2-3-4
Kid Clown in Crazy Chase
Clayfighters
And so much more...
I haven't even heard of most of these games. How about games like Mortal Kombat, NBA Jam, NHL 95, KGJ Baseball, Final Fight, Mega Man 7/X2/X3, Final Fantasy 2, EVO, and Super Turrican 1 & 2?
@Deanster101 I mean side scrolling beat em ups in the vein of final fight, tmnt, etc. Also the us version gets super turbo while Japan gets new challengers. I would rather have new challengers than turbo imo
Good. Let's put'em in the Switch VC along with N64, GBA and Gamecube titles.
The Lost Vikings
So many great games. Reading everyone's posts brought back some good memories. If only there was a way to get those great games added to the SNES mini.
First comments section I've read all the way through in ages. Good work everyone. How I lost out never owning a SNES. Really happy to have bagged a mini.
I don't even know more than half of these games so not really missing them.
I reckon what they have is balanced out well. You add in Chrono Trigger that may make too many RPGs at once. People should be content with 'the other best rpg of all time'
If I could add any in it would be amazing if we got a translation of one the Fire Emblem games for it though.
-Legend of the Mystical Ninja
-Micro Machines
-Zombies at my Neighbors
-Earthworm Jim
Super Star Wars
Super Star Wars the Empire Strikes Back
Super Star Wars Return of the Jedi
Harvest Moon
SimCity
Pilotwings
Castlevania Dracula X
Kirby’s Dreamland 3
Chrono Trigger
Megaman 7
Megaman X2
Megaman X3
Donkey Kong Country 2
Donkey Kong Country 3
Final Fantasy II
TMNT IV: Turtles in Time
Tetris + Dr. Mario
Top Gear
Secret of Evermore
Breath of Fire
Kirby’s Avalanche
NBA Jam
Again hopefully the modders will get a hold of this puppy and squeeze the whole SNES library in there like they did with the NES mini!! I'm waiting...
@Jimmy_G_Buckets what a fantastic game that still is!! Would actually love to see it on Switch!!
@gcunit I had my SNES parked right next to my Genesis!! 😜
Ok I'll do a list too screw it lol!
Sunset Riders
Zombies ate my Neighbors
Super Mario All Stars w/world
Pocky & Rocky 1&2
DKC 2&3
Top Gear 1,2 & 3000
Blackthorne
Smash TV
Knights of the Round
Final Fight 2,3
Rival Turf
Buster Bros
Gradius 3
Actraiser
Micro Machines
Sagaia
space invaders
Arkanoid
I'm sure I missed quite a few!! Again hopefully the modders will address all our needs & desires!! 😜
Harvest Moon
Legend of the Mystical Ninja
Chrono Trigger
After playing the games on the classic for a while and recognizing the controller, my 4 year old just wanted to go play zombies ate my neighbors instead on the real snes.
All of them listed are great. But Turtles in Time IV was the deal breaker that didn't happen. It was the only arcade port, in my opinion, that tried to surpass the actual arcade. And I believe it did. I wonder why Simpsons, Bucky O'Hare, Battle Toads, and X-Men didn't get an arcade port?
@MysteryCupofJoe
"My toes! My toes!"
When this subject arises, three games immediately enter my head: UN Squadron, ISS Deluxe and Axelay. The SNES Mini really lacks a shooter and a sports game, and those three fill the void. Maybe I'd lose Axelay if I had to decide on one shooter only as it only had 6 levels. ISS Deluxe is still the most balanced football game ever and I was so into it I created a website called "The ISS Realm" 20 years ago. It's still online. If I had to sacrifice an existing SNES Mini game to fit these 2 it's one of the Kirby games and an RPG - or both Kirby games! I've never played them ever.
Games not in the above list that should be considered are Aliens 3 and one of the Top Gear games. While 2 is the sexiest and 3 had the most tracks at 64 and often required you to dramatically "run on empty", 1 had the pit stops that also acted as a handicap. Pick the faster red car meant burning more fuel and more pit stops. It made races so exciting!
Fire Emblem 4 and 5 would be nice localized
Where the heck is "Final Fight 3"?! It deserves a spot on the list much more than niche stuff like Marchen and Fireman!
Also, if you're going to include Japan only releases, then where are the SNES Fire Emblem games?
I would buy it just for Unirally if these games were also on the SNES Mini. Had so much fun with that game as a kid.
A few more days and it will be hackes, so all of these and everythign else will be on it.
Anything by Rare was probably not going to be on there. Unirally was discontinued due to legal action from Pixar, so that would never be on there. Definitely agree with Area 88/UN Squadron though. I'd also suggest Umihara Kawase in Japan, one TMNT title (either IV or Tournament Fighters), Super Turrican would have been ace (and maybe drive the price of the actual carts down), Cybernator, Mystical Ninja/Goemon, Rock n Roll Racing, Super Aleste.
pilotwings
I see no Young Merlin or E.V.O. Search for Eden on that list hmmm.
Very good list of games. Secret of Evermore is missing though.
Tetris Attack!!
Earthworm Jim and Ken Griffey Jr. Baseball!
@BulkSlash I loved Buster Busts Loose! And Mickey's Magical Quest
How did I forget the Tecmo Super Bowl series? Add that as well.
I doubt many people remember it as it was a North America only title, but I would love to have Metal Warriors.
@Ebelskiver: Thanks for making me aware. At a glance, I didn't see Kirby's Super Star.
What about Actraiser 2? While it didn't have the town building/sim part like the first, it was a solid sidescroller with some of the most beautiful graphics of the time.
@daveisbored Super Bomberman 3's localization was PAL-exclusive. North America only got the first two.
How did Space Megaforce/Super Aleste not make the list? Although it seems most shmup fans prefer the Genesis and the PC-Engine for 16-bit-era shooters, this seems to be the one SNES game they'd pick.
Lots of great suggestions in this comments section (including a number that almost made it on to the list). Thanks for reading/commenting people.
@KingMike I hadn't realised that, but having just looked it up I see you are correct. Surprised they didn't bother with it.
My most wanted games to be added when the hakchi becomes compatable:
1. Illusion of Gaia
2. EVO Search for Eden
3. TMNTIV Turtles in Time
4. Knights of the Round
5. Revolution X
6. T2 The Arcade Game
7. Zombies Ate my Neighbors
8. Donkey Kong Country 2
9. Donkey Kong Country 3
10. Super Mario All Stars
11. Strike Gunner STG
12. Gradius III
13. Super Street Fighter II
14. Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3
15. Killer Instinct
16. Carrier Aces
17. Wings 2
18. Sim City
19. Pilotwings
20. NBA Jam Tournament
21. Castlevania Dracula X
22. Doom
23. Pocky and Rocky
24. Pocky and Rocky 2
25. Desert Strike
26. Mighty Morphin Power Rangers
27. Magical Quest Mickey Mouse
28. Megaman X2
29. Megaman X3
30. Megaman 7
31. Chrono Trigger
32. Metal Warriors
33. Space Megaforce
Hope I can fit all of 'em. Got a list of about 80 non-essential games too, but I'll spare the forum that.
@Joffy Mystical Ninja 2 on the N64 is a great game, glad to find someone else who enjoys it
Demon's Crest
Final Fantasy V
The games I'm missing:
Rock N Roll Racing!!! - Awesome in 2-player
Zombies Ate My Neighbors - Awesome in 2-player
Final Fight 3 - Awesome in 2-player
Super Bomberman 2 - Awesome in 4 & 5 -player... Yeah, I see the problem...
Mega Man X2
Demons Crest
Donkey Kong Country 2
Super Turrican 2
Super Star Wars....
Harvest Moon...
@Sinton Lol, late reply here. Yeah, while I personally prefer 8-bit Kung Fu, both trounce Soul Calibur, Smash Bros and all versions of Street Fighter soundly for sure ;D
(On a more serious note: Smash on N64 is the brawler that had the biggest impact on me in my younger years. My gd that comment made me feel old.)
Thank you for the game recommendations, I'm definitely going to try and download some of them and install them on my SNES Mini

Already installed Donkey Kong 2, 3, Killer Instinct and Dracula X - I love it!
This is so much better than the original SNES, the suspend point option is great.
Hate the forced 4:3 aspect ratio, however with the availability of aftermarket emulators that can fill the whole screen it is a problem easily bypassed.
Also love being able to play NES games on the SNES Mini.
Aftermarket wireless controllers are awesome, no more wires
Whats this all about?
Pure Nostalgia, I had one of these in my early teens.
I found this by chance on the internet and ordered one as well as a few cartridges, mostly my favourate games from when I had my NES clone - Castlevania I&II, Contra I&II and Ninja Gaiden II&III.
Of course I have Castlevania III on the SNES Mini now and its great, I never had this one when I had my NES clone, its a treat to play it now.
This reproduction - also a NES clone has a few improvements over the one I had in my early teens:
-USB power input
-HDMI output
-Selectable 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratio
-Wireless controllers
As much as I liked some of these SNES games at the time and as much as many are classics, most of them aren't ones that I'm gonna go back and replay... Nintendo actually left out a LOT of the most fun, replayable games on that system I'd go back and play now, esp the 2 player fun games... Fortunately I have most of these already in some form or another.
Super Street Fighter II (more players)
Mortal Kombat 1, 2, 3, championship
NBA Jam (either version)
Turtles in Time (great beat em up)
Final Fight 3 (another great beat em up)
Battle Toads Double Dragon (seeing a pattern here...)
Killer Instinct
One of the Madden Games
One of the Ken Griffey Games
Clay Fighter
Rock n Roll Racing
Samurai Showdown, etc etc...
@sleepinglion SimCity is not a Nintendo original but Maxis, they might have just bought the port rights at the time to include their version, but not subsequent.
@blagobago Excellent point! Did this one get a Wii VC release?
@Joffy probably because it's know as "Legend of the Mystical Ninja" on SNES
The article mentions most of the games I wanted to have on my SNES mini (after all the excellent games already on it) But I also installed Aladdin, Clay Fighters, Desert Strike, Lion King, Lost Vikings, Zombies ate my neighbours and a few more. The nostalgia is high this summer
I have most of those on my SNES Classic Edition.
I'd pick Super Aleste over Axelay and Pop'n TwinBee any say, and I'd pick Super Bomberman 2 over 3 as well. Also, Smash TV definitely deserves to be on there over a couple others in your list too.
Kirby dream land 3 says hi
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