Final Fantasy VI
Thereโs a lot of room for debate on what 3D Final Fantasy is the best, but Final Fantasy VI (which was originally known as Final Fantasy III in North America) usually comes out on top when the quality of the 2D titles is discussed. Thatโs no surprise as the game features gorgeous spritework, an excellent soundtrack, and an enhanced version of the Active Time Battle system that fans had become accustomed to. Every gamer should get a chance to go up against the evil Kefka, and thatโs why Final Fantasy VI is a key inclusion.
Kirby Super Star
Kirby may be best known for his adventures on Game Boy devices, but he also had a few great SNES ones as well. Kirby Super Star is one of the most interesting ones, as it was split into several distinct modes. The compilation includes an enhanced remake of Kirbyโs Dream Land, a Metroidvania-style mode called The Great Cave Offensive, and sees the return of Meta Knight. It offers a lot of content, all of which shows why Kirby has been a constant staple for Nintendo over the years.
Marioโs Super Picross
One of the great tragedies of the SNES era was that Marioโs Super Picross was never brought over to North America. The decision made sense, as the artistic puzzle gameโs Game Boy predecessor didnโt sell well, but that meant that North American gamers missed out on a fantastic title. Thankfully, this is something that can be righted (and a new localization doesnโt have to happen due to the game getting released in Europe), and the Picross title could be one of the SNES Classic Editionโs hidden gems.
Mega Man X
The Blue Bomber underwent quite the change for his first 16-bit adventure, which took place 100 years after the original series. The new protagonist, X, has many new abilities, such as being able to jump off walls, and equip armor upgrades. It was the perfect update for a familiar franchise, and made sure that Capcomโs iconic character wouldnโt just be an 8-bit wonder.