20 Super NES Classics Nintendo Should Bring To Switch Online – Feature
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Nintendo has been constantly adding the NES and SNES to its Nintendo Switch Online offerings since the service’s launch, and while it was a slow start, we have to say that we are impressed with the variety of titles available to anyone paying for a Nintendo Switch subscription. On-line. .
It’s nice to see lesser known titles like Claymates, Jelly Boy and Bombuzal next to the standard, foreseeable 16-bit classics: your Mario Worlds, your Link to the Pasts and your Super Metroids. Most of the great games of their own are present and correct (we say ‘most’ – we’ll get to a couple of the laggards below), and there is a pleasantly varied group of third-party offerings.
Despite the glaring omissions, overall the available library offers a decent snapshot of a 90s gamer’s bookshelf. Most of the notable absences are also available elsewhere on Switch, either as standalone download versions or as part of a compilation. Those significant outliers still exist though, which is why we’ve rounded up 20 SNES games below that we’d like to see on Nintendo’s online service.
Some are perhaps more likely than others due to licensing or other business factors, but deals are yet to be done! We’d love to see an expansion into the 3D era with Nintendo 64 games too, but there are plenty of 16-bit gems to revisit if Nintendo is 64-bit shy. Let’s take a look at some of the best …
(Spoilers: there are a lot of Konami games!)
Editor: Nintendo / Developer: Squaresoft
This progenitor of the Paper Mario series developed by Square turned 25 earlier this year and is one of the service’s most notable omissions to date. Swapping the platforming side view for an isometric perspective, this adventure naturally offered a richer narrative and a more entertaining roster of well-written characters than any previous Mario game.
Whether Square Enix is in any way blocking the game’s release on the service is up for debate – it’s available on the SNES Classic Mini, if you managed to get one of those. However, it would be much more convenient to have access to it on Switch.
Editor: Square enix / Developer: Quintet
Combining an overhead ‘god’ mode with some platforming, sword swinging and sideways goodness, ActRaiser’s wraps put out two distinct styles of play with an incredible score from Yuzo Koshiro (you might have noticed we’re quite partial with their melodies these parts).
In isolation, the game’s components might not hold up as well as they could have, but taken as a whole with its brilliant soundtrack, Quintet’s game is a must-see and having him on Switch would be a blessing.
Editor: Nintendo / Developer: Nintendo EAD
An incredibly charming port of a great experience, SimCity is one of the best value propositions in the 16-bit console library, potentially offering months and months of gameplay. Action fans will obviously be disappointed by the lack of instant gratification, but if you’re looking for a title that challenges your gray matter, then this is the place, and we’d love to catch up with Dr. Wright on Switch.
Editor: Konami / Developer: Konami
A 1992 shooter from Konami, it was a very pleasant surprise then it appeared on the Wii U virtual console, but we packed up our Wii Us a long time ago and it would be great to be able to take Axelay on the bus with us. . Konami performed exceptionally well during the 8-bit and 16-bit eras and this isn’t the last time you’ll hear from the developer on this list.
Editor: Nintendo / Developer: Intelligent Systems
Okay, now we’re getting a bit ambitious. Fire Emblem: Mystery of the Emblem came out for the Super Famicom in 1994 and never made it out of Japan, even when it was remade for the Nintendo DS. The third game in the series, Fire Emblem did not Really in the West until much later, but the success of Fire Emblem: Three Houses on Switch reconfirmed the franchise’s popularity here after its revitalization with Fire Emblem: Awakening on 3DS.
This one is available now to Japanese Switch Online subscribers (or anyone with a Japanese Nintendo account on their Switch), but we would definitely seize the opportunity to play this or its follow-up, Fire Emblem: Geneology of the Holy War, with a new one. location. It’s a tall order, yes, especially since Famicom’s original Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light got a limited-time standalone release in the West recently (officially localized for the first time), but if you don’t ask, don’t. ‘t get, and Nintendo wants to add value to the service; Unreleased games would be a great incentive to stay signed up.
Editor: Capcom
The openness level of A squad It can be a bit difficult, but the difficulty curve is well calculated in what is a challenging game. Occasional cases of deceleration are unfortunate, but there’s not much more to fault for this excellent shooter. With great music, varied levels, exciting action, and interesting bosses, UN Squadron is a game that can be enjoyed over and over again, a perfect potential addition to the SNES library on Nintendo Switch Online.
Editor: Konami / Developer: Konami
If UN Squadron is too serious for your taste, this is the game for you. Parodius shares some DNA with the Gradius series, but is much easier to master due to a much smoother difficulty curve. If you’re looking for a SNES classic beyond the more obvious Marios and Zeldas, you owe it to yourself to track down the cart and go on a mindless fantasy journey.
Or, you know, Nintendo and Konami could become friends and save you the trouble.
Editor: Data East / Developer: Beam software
There are some things about the controls that are irritating and visually Shadowrun lacks polish, but for the most part the game is challenging and fun, with atmospheric music, interesting characters, and gripping narrative that makes every game an absolute joy. Perhaps the only disappointing thing is that the ending mentions ‘Shadowrun II’ and although games based on the license appeared on Mega Drive, Mega CD and Xbox 360, sadly none were the much deserved sequel to this. An ideal candidate to rediscover on Switch.
Editor: Acclamation / Developer: Halfway
With fast paced and addictive gameplay, catchy musical score, and graphics that are still pleasing to the eye today, NBA Jam has certainly aged well and stands tall as the definitive basketball game of its generation. Although there were many sequels that modified the formula with additional bells and whistles, none surpassed the original in quality of central gameplay and arcade-style b-ball thrills.
Editor: Square enix / Developer: Squaresoft
Chrono Trigger is, and always will be, one of the most unforgettable role-playing experiences to ever exist on a video game console. Even the first time you play it, you will know immediately that you are experiencing something special. It brought so many new ideas to the table that give it its unique look and feel, and in a remarkable system that stands out for its extensive catalog of role-playing games, Chrono Trigger is at the top of the SNES pile.
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