Nintendo’s 16-bit console is home to some of their timeless classics. Unfortunately, it's becoming difficult to play these games without having to resort to alternatives. Nintendo has slowly provided new ways to experience their back catalog. It cannot be understated the efforts of the system’s dedicated fans providing new ways to play these classics today.

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It's easy to get these games running on your computer, mobile phone, or an Android-capable fridge of your choice. Trying to dive headfirst into the system's library, find the best emulator to use, or choosing the right equipment can be troublesome. Even if you don’t have any favorites, try some of these methods to play those Super Nintendo classics today.

10 Super NES On A CRT

This is the method most would recognize as the standard back when the system first launched. While CRTs aren’t as easy to find, they’re not impossible to track down. But, for the type of picture the Super Nintendo puts out, they work much easier than with some HDTVs.

The Super Nintendo is able to produce RF (Radio Frequency) and composite video. The back of a Super Nintendo provides a standard RF output, as well as the Multi AV Outport. The revised slimmer Super Nintendo model features just the multi-out port, but it is only capable of composite video out.

9 Super NES On An HDTV

Sadly, plugging an SNES into a new HDTV isn't as straightforward as it would seem. Should your TV accept an RF or composite video signal, it may not upscale the picture correctly on your television. These techniques work well for displaying home video devices, but not so much for video games.

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Independently made devices such as the Open Source Scan Converter are ideal as these are devices made to work with games primarily. Prices can run high since these devices are specific for their use. Newly produced HDMI cables provide convenience connecting to new televisions but come with upscaling issues. Be sure to turn on Game Mode to ensure your TV isn’t adding effects that would add input lag.

8 Clone Console Super NT

Given its price, this boutique item carries out one purpose, and that is to play Super Nintendo games on your HDTV. Analogue, the company behind the console, specializes in hardware that simulates the behavior of the system. The Super NT behaves like a Super Nintendo with superior image quality.

Thanks to the efforts of their lead engineer on the device, Kevin Horton, this ensures maximum game compatibility and more immediate support for the device, though you will need to supply your own cartridges and Super NES accessories.

7 Polymega

The Polymega is an emulator box that supports several consoles in one. The Super NES module, sold separately, allows Super Nintendo cartridges and accessories. The emulator supporting their Super NES is promising near-perfect compatibility. Super NES inspired accessories are also available.

Polymega features many of the benefits found in emulators. Save states can save progress, useful for password-only games. The Super NES module supports copying games onto internal storage. Video output supports up to 1080p with no input lag introduced.

6 Super Nintendo Classic Edition

This hot holiday item can be difficult to find these days. The Super Nintendo Classic Edition comes with two controllers and 20 "best selling" Super Nintendo games, showcasing a nice variety of genres. This also includes some quirky and notable cult classics like Kirby’s Dream Course and Earthbound.

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This also marked the premiere of Star Fox 2, a Super NES game that was finished but never before released, as Nintendo didn't want to appear inferior to the 3D capabilities of Sony's PlayStation. Save states and a rewind feature make it easy to jump back into a game at your convenience, and it comes in a small Super Nintendo shell that replicates the features of the original console very faithfully.

5 Nintendo Switch Super Nintendo Online

Nintendo's Super NES app on Switch provides a great way to try games from the system's library by providing access to timeless favorites and niche interests, and using the app only requires a subscription to Nintendo Switch Online.

Several fan favorites are available such as Super Mario Kart and Super Metroid. This also includes import titles such as Super Puyo Puyo 2 and Pop’n TwinBee. This is also a great opportunity to try out games such as Pilotwings, F-Zero, and Stunt Race FX. You can even play Star Fox 2, which originally came out with the SNES Classic. Two players can play locally with two joy-cons or online between two consoles.

4 Wii Virtual Console

Nintendo’s Wii Shop Channel featured a Virtual Console service. The service included Super Nintendo titles that sold for 800 "Wii Points" each. The service is now discontinued due to Nintendo moving on to newer platforms.

Nintendo worked with several publishers that provided access to games from prolific publishers and even granted a second chance at niche interests and imports. Natsume's Wild Guns is an arcade-like shooter that is very expensive in the aftermarket. DoReMi Fantasy: Milon’s DokiDoki Adventure was a platformer that was previously exclusive to Japan.

3 Wii U Virtual Console

The Wii U's eShop is Nintendo’s current digital storefront that currently sells Super Nintendo games. While there aren't too many advantages from games purchased on the Wii, there are a few new benefits. All games are playable on the Wii U GamePad, buttons can be remapped and each game can use one save state.

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Fewer titles released during the lifespan of the Wii U, but a few more noteworthy titles did release. Some of the rarest and most popular titles appeared such as Mega Man 7, Demon’s Crest and Castlevania: Dracula X.

2 Ports

Some of the best games made their way to other platforms over the years. Several games made their way over to the SEGA Genesis while having to take advantage of the hardware. Even life after the Super Nintendo, games would still face significant changes as tastes changed. The Game Boy Advance saw several favorites with changes made to adapt for portable play.

Changes would include a generous save system to bookmark progress much easier. Even the Donkey Kong Country trilogy made their way over with a revised presentation. The Nintendo DS also saw popular Super Nintendo titles with updated features. Chrono Trigger saw new features and cutscenes from the PlayStation version. Kirby Super Star Ultra featured wireless multiplayer and new games.

1 Collections

Popular Super Nintendo favorites are usually grouped together with other games in collections. Nintendo has released collections of their titles, but they are not very common. The Nintendo Wii saw titles such as Super Mario All-Stars and Kirby’s Dream Collection on the Wii.

When it comes to finding these classics on non-Nintendo platforms, these collections are the best bet. The Mega Man Legacy Collection series includes sets that contain Mega Man 7, Mega Man X, X2 and X3. Konami has also released some of its favorites in the Castlevania Anniversary Collection and the Contra Anniversary Collection.

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