Snes

/snɛs/ noun

Definition

Acronym for Super Nintendo Entertainment System, a popular 16-bit video game console released by Nintendo in the 1990s.

Etymology

Modern acronym formed from 'Super Nintendo Entertainment System,' coined by Nintendo in 1990 for the North American market. The system was known as Super Famicom in Japan, but the SNES branding became iconic in Western gaming culture.

Kelly Says

The SNES represents a pivotal moment when video games transformed from simple bleeps and bloops into rich, colorful experiences with orchestral soundtracks. It's fascinating how this four-letter acronym can instantly transport millions of people back to childhood memories of battling Bowser or exploring Hyrule.

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