In 1990, Nintendo Japan released a home game console called "Super Nintendo", also called "Super FC". This console was one of the most advanced at the time, with a high-performance 16-bit CPU and graphics accelerator chip that significantly improved the graphics and sound performance of games, while also supporting multiplayer and detachable gamepads.
Nintendo SFC
The Super FC has an initial price of 25,000 yen, and although it is relatively high, it has not hindered its sales in the market. In its first week of release, it sold 200,000 units, making it one of the most popular consoles of its time. By 1997, the total sales of the global Super FC had exceeded 40 million units, becoming one of the classic game consoles.
American version of SNES
Super Nintendo performed well in the Japanese market, but not satisfactorily in the European and American markets. One reason for this is its relatively high starting price, which is higher than that of its competitors. In addition, in the European and American markets, the sales strategy and market situation of the game console market are also different. Although there are some popular games such as Super Mario Karting, Super Castlevania, Final Fantasy VI, etc. However, its sales are not as good as in the Japanese market.
Although Super Nintendo did not perform as expected in the European and American markets, the product left a deep mark on the history of gaming. Its hardware and games are of very high quality and excellent performance, setting a new benchmark in the gaming industry. Moreover, some classic games such as Super Mario World, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Star Firefox were born on Super Nintendo, and these games are still loved and sought after by many players today.
Nintendo SNES
The Super Nintendo was a huge success in the Japanese market and left a deep mark on the history of gaming. Although it did not perform as expected in the global market, its hardware and game quality were highly praised and brought many lessons to the gaming industry. Super Nintendo's classic games are still attracting attention and becoming immortal classics in the game industry.