Pretty much. SNES was peak 2D, which is why so many games from Shovel Knight to Sea of Stars, take inspiration from it. It even got a bit of a second wind with the Game Boy Advance making the whole thing portable.
@@erakfishfishfishPS1 had a lot of great 2D games. I honestly hate 5th gen games for the most part because the 3D games were so clunky and unintuitive most of the time, but the 2D games from the PS1/N64 era were amazing. Strider 2, Alundra, Marvel vs Capcom, the list goes on
I can't remember the name of the game but it was about donating to dementia research. It was really difficult to complete so I doubt you've heard of it
Yea I remember that game man... Oh nevermind.. I don't remember it.. cuz the donation never happened... Well, until after the fact when the lack of donating was pointed out and to save face it finally came into existence lmao!!!!
"This is the last game I will play on the completionist" "This is the last game my mom gave me before she died" Knowing what just happened, that hit so hard.
Yep, Mitsuda literally overworked himself until he got sick. He is an absolute top tier composer. He also did Chrono Cross (without help that time) and Xenogears. The only composer I've seen that's fully on Mitsuda's level is Masayoshi Soken. He composed a lot of Endwalker from his hospital room while being treated for cancer.
It's funny because fast forward to this year and I've also seen a ton of reviewers say Sea of Stars' OST is by Mitsuda when he also only did 10 songs and the vast majority was by Eric Brown. Maybe in 30 years we'll get a game where world renowned Eric Brown is the guest composer and people confuse that too 😁
@@ant_mag Lessons learned. People tend to favor the more popular names, neglecting who did most of the work which is a shame to these people. Happens all the time it seems.
I was just about to comment this. If I didn't know he did it, I would've thought Nobuo scored Trigger soundtrack. From the moment the pendulum swung, I was hooked.
Super Mario World is the first video game I have any memories of. I don't remember when I first played it, but every time I boot it up the little jingle at the beginning and hitting the world map for the first time always just make me feel something deep in my soul
For me: Super Mario World, A Link to the Past, Super Mario Kart, FFIV, FFVI, Chrono Trigger, Secret of Mana, Earthbound, Street Fighter 2, Mortal Kombat 3, Super Punch Out, Donkey Kong Country, Super Metroid, Killer Instinct, NBA Jam, ActRaiser
My favourites are almost all RPGs: Final Fantasy 6, Chrono Trigger+, Tales of Phantasia, Dragon Quest 3, Lufia 2, Donkey Kong Country 2, Mario Allstars, Star Ocean, Terranigma and Zelda 3.
Kirby Super Star is STILL one of the greatest local co-op games of all time for players of differing skill levels. Easy to pick up, less-skilled player gets the helper, tons of playstyles to choose from.
Uh think you meant Yasunori Mitsuda for CT my guy. He composed like 90% of the OST and only handed off a few tracks to Uematsu after being hospitalized due to overwork. It's what put Mitsuda on the map, shocked that a channel this big got such a basic and well known fact wrong. And it does a huge disservice to the work Mitsuda put in. It's even on the wikipedia page for Mitsuda.
The original Donkey Kong Country is the game that introduced me to video games as a whole back when I was 5. My brothers and I spent a LOT of time with DKC and DKC2 through childhood. Truly special games man.
Of the trilogy DKC1 is probably my least favorite one but it was also the first video game I ever owned as a child. (Besides Super Mario World of course when my parents bought the SNES) I remember playing DKC1 with my dad and failing the levels again and again. But with time we both improved and managed to reach world 4. And if I remember correctly you had to beat 5 extremely difficult ice levels in a row before you were able to save in this world so we reached some kind of dead end there. But because my dad had to work and other obligations and I had much more free time my disadvantage of still being very young and my mechanical skills not being completelly evolved yet could be compensated and I became better and better and finally managed to beat the 4th world and he was super suprised when he saw it. Then we finished the game together because the rest of the game was actually much easier. After DKC2 was released I was completelly obsessed with the game and became so good that he didn't even want to play with me anymore because I would beat almost every level at first try while he already had to struggle in the 2. world. Good old memories, haha.
I am legit still finding new SNES gems, what a console. Legendary games in pretty much every genre. We share quite a few favorites and I hope the ff6 and dkc2 videos are still a ways off.
Here, let me point you at a few of the... well, probably rightfully overlooked games, not the system's masterpieces but still worth giving a try: Arcana - A low-animation dungeon crawler with a bit of a mean streak, but the soundtrack alone is worth the play. Paladin's Quest - Your standard JRPG, but with an unusual approach to its magic system, a world that feels bigger than it really is, and a nice twist on the usual "chosen one" story. Lagoon - Actually, I don't even know why I'm recommending this, it's an action-adventure game that gives you basically a two-pixel attack range and will cheerfully throw a game over at you for blowing a simple jump, but it's got a sort of charm to it. Soul Blazer/Illusion of Gaia/Terranigma - They're not quite a series, but they try to hint at a shared universe. Soul Blazer is just okay, but Illusion of Gaia has an involved and kind of moody story, and Terranigma takes the gameplay of the previous two games and perfects it; just don't expect good things happening to good people, it's a bit bleak.
I knew one of my favorites wouldn't make the list, but that's OK. For me, an underappreciated gem of the SNES will always be Lufia 2. A challenging and entertaining RPG with phenomenal characters, outstanding music, incredible dungeon design (including very complex and enjoyable puzzles) and one of the most emotional endings of any RPG I've ever played. It's so perfect that just hearing the first few notes of "The Savior of Those on Earth" still brings tears to my eyes.
I did not know you have chosen FF6 as your penultimate episode when you decide to complete the channel. It’s my favorite game of all time, and I would love to see you cover it one day.
- Super Mario World - Super Mario Kart - A Link to the Past - Final Fantasy 2 (IV) - Final Fantasy 3 (VI) - Secret of Mana - Chrono Trigger - Earthbound - Street Fighter 2 Turbo - Mortal Kombat 3 - Killer Instinct - Super Punch-Out - Donkey Kong Country - Super Metroid - NBA Jam - ActRaiser
Solid list! Absolutely not surprised at number 1, and if you’ve seen Jirard’s Legacy show (like me!), it’s extra special. I hope that last episode doesn’t happen for a long time, but I know Jirard will put his heart and soul in it, and we’ll all probably cry a lot 😢
Donkey Kong Country 2 holds a special place in my heart as well. I was going through a rough time since my parents were divorced and I was having a hard time adjusting to living with my dad. As a reward for getting good grades that school year, he let me pick out an SNES game. It really made my Summer that year.
It's crazy how video game moments stick with you all these years later. I remember having to go through a really tough dental procedure when I was a kid. When I came home, there was the brand new SNES console that had just come out witb a copy of Super Mario World. Nearly 30 years later and I barely remember any hint of the pain from the procedure but the excitement of having an SNES.
@@alibabaschultz352 I'm open to hearing other opinions, but I think Super Metroid is the best in the series by a wide margin; the GBA games were excellent, but--despite being released a decade later--they didn't really do anything that SM didn't.
4:29 "If you had a super multi-tap, up to 3 people could play the game with you at the same time." Only 2 people could play SoM with you, since that would be 3 players total.
The snes was nuts man, being a kid was nuts. I remember to this day playing Mario RPG, never even knowing that they made games like that. It blew my mind. I played it over and over, using every character finding new stuff each time. As a kid I lived on a farm way out in the middle of nowhere, we didn't have internet or a lot of money so my only glimpse into what else was out there was from looking at magazines as my mom shopped or talking to the other kids at school. Maybe getting 1 or 2 games on my birthday or christmas. DUDE, I totally forgot about RENTING snes games lol. I used to love renting the Terminator 2 arcade game and.....Battle or Clash of the monsters. I don't remember the name exactly but it was amazing. Kinda like double dragon with dinosaurs.
I have a feeling you're thinking of King of the Monsters 2, featuring a Godzilla knockoff called Super Geon, a robotic Kong clone named Cyber Woo, and Ultraman-like called Atomic Guy. The first game was more of a arena wrestler.
@@MikeRotch-ur7sx nope it’s not there I have one already. The version I’m waiting on is a jp ds import. It was like 50 bucks which is much better bang for buck with the current AAA garbage coming out for 70.
Nice list, love to see all the RPGs on here! Also big fan of your 3 spot, that would easily be top 3 for me as well I hate to be that WELL ACKTUALLY guy but Yasunori Mitsuda is actually the one responsible for most of Chrono Trigger’s OST, I believe he worked himself so hard to the point of hospitalization that Nobuo Uematsu had to come in and finish the remaining tracks which wasn’t very much. Mitsuda is all my time favorite video game composer so I had to say something lol
Nothing wrong with correcting people. I wish it didn't get derided with that obnoxious meme. If someone is wrong, correct them. Donno why that has such a bad reputation.
Of the 54 songs on the Chrono Trigger soundtrack, Nobou Uematsu actually only worked on 10. Most of them were composed by Yasunori Mitsuda (who recently swapped to the role of "legendary veteran contributing a few tracks to a masterpiece" for Sea of Stars). Also, there's no "The" before "Legend" in Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars, and the "r" comes before the "l" ;)
1. Chrono Trigger 2. Super Mario World 3. Super Metroid 4. Final Fantasy 6 5. Super Punch-Out!! 6. Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past 7. Super Mario RPG 8. Mega Man X 9. Yoshi's Island 10. Donkey Kong Country EDIT: I actually updated this list while watching this video. There was a game I had forgotten.
Loved the impromptu script at the end! Growing up poor, we didn't have a NES or a SNES. Our first console was the N64, and it was shared between me and my two older brothers. So many precious memories!
The snes did have a lot of bangers. Some of my favorites are super castlevania 4, super Mario rpg, f zero, and Kirby super star. Especially Kirby super star since I grew up on super star ultra and have a soft spot for super star in general
Yea. Gen 4, 5, and 6 were the golden age. Sooooo many iconic all timers. Gen 7 was the start of the downfall. Nowadays games have just min maxed themselves where it costs so much money to make and investors only want cash cows
So, I'm sure others have said it already, but... the lead composer on Chrono Trigger was Yasunori Mitsuda, who would also go on to compose for Xenogears, Xenoblade, and Chrono Cross among a great many other games. Uematsu only came on near the end to finish a few tracks after Mitsuda put himself in the hospital with stomach ulcers from overwork.
My top 5 are as follows 1:super Mario rpg 2:soul blazer 3:secret of mana 4:super Mario kart 5:mickey’s magical quest Honorable mentions chrono trigger,final fantasy 6,megamanx3,link to the past, and finally castlevania 4
Couldn’t agree more about Donkey Kong Country 2, that game is the full package for a 2D platformer. The connection to your Mom makes it all the more special to you as well.
Try checking your local flea markets and pawn shops. The games are out there but prices have gotten pretty crazy recently. I have nearly 100 SNES games now and I limit myself to only the best games. My local shop has Mario RPG but I can’t justify $130 when I have the mini. 😅
@Chojimaroji Super Famicom games are also pretty viable ways of getting CIB games, but cheaper. Super Metroid plays in both Japanese and English, for example, and is a fraction of the price for the SFC version CIB compared to the North American version. Super Mario All-Stars is another cheap one, too.
I have owned and play all systems from the NES to the PS5/Xbox Series X today and have to honestly admit that the SNES has the best library of games ever in terms of game play and replayability hands down!
Great list Jirard! The SNES has so many good titles that I would also put on my list like Contra 3, Turtles in Time, Aladdin, SF 2, MK 2. The SNES is one of my favorite consoles, even tho I only had 2 games as a kid, I have so many memories of playing with my cousins the games they had and going to the rental store and rent a game for the weekend.
DKC2 is amazing, surprised its first but it was one of my most enjoyable challenges as a kid. This game had me pulling my hair out so many times getting game overs but man is it rewarding when you FINALLY beat those hard levels.
A game i rarely hear anyone discuss is Illusion of Gaia. Such an amazing and beautiful game, with some utterly raw storytelling and the absolute best score on the SNES.
This is the game that convinced me that I had to save up for a SNES+Zelda when I was 14 despite my purchasing a Genesis the year prior. Great educational value as well. I yearn to one day find and play the prequel and sequel to this.
Oh yeah....that too.....I was thinking about the option of cooking in a pot during early bachelorhood, sustaining myself on mushrooms growing out of my couch, and avoiding running every time that I accidentally caught my hair on fire. PLUS, I CAN SHOOT A FIREBALL FROM A SWORD NOW!!!!!!!
Great list!! Secret of Mana (by far best in the franchise), Chrono Trigger, Super Metroid (by far best in the franchise), Final Fantasy 6 (again by far best in the franchise), Donkey kong 1 and 2 (once again the snes has the two best games in the series). These were the games for me. Insanely good, and I don't take a no for an answer on those, just like you. Games that above all, had a true HEART. Those were the pure fun games, in my eyes. Going above and beyond in so many things. Phenomenal memories. Played them again when I got quite older, and nothing could diminish their value. Amazing even after so many years and passing the test of time on so many levels. I feel a bit bad for not having played Super Mario RPG and Link to the Past though!
If you haven't, you should try Trials of Mana, I think it's better in just about every way. The combat is more precise, the magic system makes more sense, you don't have to grind everything individually, the class system adds a ton to replays, and the music is incredibly memorable.
The more time that passes, the more that DKC2 stands out and holds up. It really is a masterpiece. David Wise is a legend for giving us one of the best soundtracks in gaming history to go along with such a well paced and charming platformer. Thanks for the list!
Glad to see someone else giving DKC2 some love. This game is phenominal. Its insane to think that this game is almost 30 years old and it really does still hold up to todays games. Like if they never released it in 95 and they just released this very same game for the switch today, nobody would blink an eye. Theres not many other if any otehr games you can say that about. Even the graphics hold up nicely. It was waaaaaaaay ahead of its time.
Yes, FF6 is the best one in the series. I will die on that hill. The aforementioned "Opera Scene" and it's associated musical piece "Aria di Mezzo Caratere" brings a tear to my eye to this day.
To this day it’s my favorite cause there really isn’t a MAIN character it’s an ensemble cast that has so much variety. The story is so heartfelt I loved celes moment where she discovers a will to live
I believe that Mega man X 1 (and 2) are absolutely perfect. They’re not my favourite game but they are the games I think are perfect. I’m kind of surprised you didn’t have TMNT 4 , but it’s your list! The SNES is the best console out there!
When this man talks about these games you can FEEL it. Like I can almost live vicariously through his joy when he talks about how much they mean to him. I've never seen his content until today and he just strikes me as a good guy and a very genuine person.
Thank you shining a light on the soundtrack as well. Every game on that list has a phenomenal soundtrack and you mention it. I listen to the Mega Man X and DK Country (especially DKC 2) soundtrack to this day.
I remember Jirard saying half of these games as his #1 favorite game before. Vividly remember him saying Earthbound was his favorite, and I remember him saying A link to the past and Super Metroid during randomizers.
While Final Fantasy 3/6 will always be my favorite Final Fantasy game; and overall one of my favorite games ever... Terranigma missing from this list is sad. I hope you take the time at some point.
Great list! I think what’s a testament to not only the nostalgia but also the quality of not only the snes but the software as well, is that only 2 of the top 10 that I didn’t own was Chrono Trigger and Megaman X! But my buddy did and every Saturday when I’d spend the night there we’d be playing Chrono Trigger and Megaman X! S tier list and system. 💪👊😁
I was just looking for a list like this yesterday! Like watching these just as a nostalgia trip and hearing others remember these games as fondly as I do
Just replayed Mega Man X for the first time in years, it’s definitely a classic. However, after that I played Megan Man X4 and I’m going out on a limb to say it’s the best in the X series. Note: Haven’t played X 11 yet.
Dude you’re so awesome. I’ve been going through a tumultuous time in my life, and your channel has been such a comfort to me. Love your videos and your passion! Keep on rolling dawwwg!
I remember for my 9th birthday my dad took me to KB Toys and let me choose a game; LoZ A Link to the Past He watched me play it a little ways I’m and was surprised to see how quickly I navigated puzzles only to discover this was not my first play through. I’ll never forget the look on his face while I was explaining how great of a game it was so I wanted my own copy - parents just don’t understand
Your list is superb! While I may have a couple substitutes, we definitely have similar tastes. I also like that you, like myself, experienced these games during their time. Nothing quite like experiencing Link to the Past on a blockbuster, weekend rental, sleepover at my friends house. Mind Blown!
I can’t speak for anybody else, but you got all four of my favourites, so kudos for that (especially Yoshi’s Island, always love seeing that on someone’s top ten list). You also filled the rest of your list with games I’ve never actually finished, so thanks for all those recommendations as well :)
DK2 is the only game I've ever 100%ed and will likely be the ONLY game I ever fully complete. Pre internet, it was so satisfying to figure out every secret. To win with skill rather than state saves. I understand Jirard's love for this game because it is my own. I both can't wait for, and absolutely dread, the day he comes out with the episode covering this game.
Donkey Kong Country 2, The Legend Of Zelda: A Link To The Past and Yoshi's Island were probably my most played SNES games ever. Graphically still beautiful to watch today and perfect platformer gameplay with epic boss fights and a lot to do and find to finish these games 100%. There were a lot of other great SNES games of course but these are my 3 all-time favorites.
I remember a few years ago playing Mario rpg on my snes mini, I got stuck on that Forrest boss you fight right after unlocking geno, but then my brother broke the snes mini, so I’m so happy with the remake
How did this guy just make a video on Sea of Stars and call it his game of the year and STILL not know that Yasunori Mitsuda is the one that composed the majority of CT’s music?
Words can’t describe how happy I was playing DKC2. I was only able to buy one game for my Super Nintendo as a kid and this was the one I bought. It entertained me for hundreds of hours. Glad it got to make it to your #1
Nice list, can’t really go weong with any of these with so many great titles on my second favorite console of all time (favorite is PS2). My Top 10 picks: 10. Breath of Fire 2 9. Donkey Kong Country 3 (Unpopular opinion, but I like 3 over 2) 8. Parodius 7. Super Street Fighter 2 6. Illusion of Time 5. Yoshi’s Island 4. Final Fantasy VI 3. Secret of Mana 2. Chrono Trigger 1. A Link to the Past
IMO the SNES is the console that has aged better than any other.
The sprite based graphics are evergreen and the list of games it has never gets old.
Pretty much. SNES was peak 2D, which is why so many games from Shovel Knight to Sea of Stars, take inspiration from it. It even got a bit of a second wind with the Game Boy Advance making the whole thing portable.
Agreed. Even my favorite PSX game, Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, looks like a beefed-up SNES game.
@@erakfishfishfishPS1 had a lot of great 2D games. I honestly hate 5th gen games for the most part because the 3D games were so clunky and unintuitive most of the time, but the 2D games from the PS1/N64 era were amazing. Strider 2, Alundra, Marvel vs Capcom, the list goes on
damn I loved that Game :D @@erakfishfishfish
dont forget about suikoden 1&2 which are considered some of the best pixel style rpgs to ever be created @@trinidad510
I can't remember the name of the game but it was about donating to dementia research. It was really difficult to complete so I doubt you've heard of it
Yea I remember that game man... Oh nevermind.. I don't remember it.. cuz the donation never happened... Well, until after the fact when the lack of donating was pointed out and to save face it finally came into existence lmao!!!!
Imagine having enough time in the day to going back to old videos and posting the same shit.
@@dueunicycle3699they did this a month ago, you posted a day ago. Seems like lots of people have time on their hands bozo
I donated 1000 bits. I can’t imagine how much you guys did. How much again?
Lmfao
I think proper credit for a great deal of Chrono Trigger's OST was Yasunori Mitsuda.
Hahaha. You beat me to it
Yeah Nobou only did like...5 or 7 tracks? And I don't believe they're any of the iconic ones.
First thing I came to say lol
Yea I paused the video immediately to comment this lol
Haha looks like you beat the rest of us to post this in the comments.
"This is the last game I will play on the completionist"
"This is the last game my mom gave me before she died"
Knowing what just happened, that hit so hard.
Yasunori Mitsuda was the main composer for Chrono Trigger. Uematsu made 10 tracks (out of 64) after Mitsuda got stomach ulcers.
Indeed. Insane ost.
Yep, Mitsuda literally overworked himself until he got sick. He is an absolute top tier composer. He also did Chrono Cross (without help that time) and Xenogears. The only composer I've seen that's fully on Mitsuda's level is Masayoshi Soken. He composed a lot of Endwalker from his hospital room while being treated for cancer.
It's funny because fast forward to this year and I've also seen a ton of reviewers say Sea of Stars' OST is by Mitsuda when he also only did 10 songs and the vast majority was by Eric Brown.
Maybe in 30 years we'll get a game where world renowned Eric Brown is the guest composer and people confuse that too 😁
@@ant_mag Lessons learned. People tend to favor the more popular names, neglecting who did most of the work which is a shame to these people. Happens all the time it seems.
I was just about to comment this. If I didn't know he did it, I would've thought Nobuo scored Trigger soundtrack. From the moment the pendulum swung, I was hooked.
Super Mario World is the first video game I have any memories of. I don't remember when I first played it, but every time I boot it up the little jingle at the beginning and hitting the world map for the first time always just make me feel something deep in my soul
The main composer of Chrono Trigger was Yasunori Mitsuda... As usual, he ended up with health issues, and that's when Uematsu helped him finish
I didn't play CT until I got it on Steam and later what I believe to be a restored cartridge with a slightly incorrect label.
@@Hawkenwhacker i need to go get a beer in a bar or something...jeezus 😅
@@HawkenwhackerSomeone??? On the internet??? Making JOKES??? THE HORROR!!!
Earthbound, Super Mario RPG, FF6, Donkey Kong Country 2, Zelda: Link to the Past, Chrono Trigger, Yoshi’s Island. The SNES era was my childhood. ❤
What about Wrath of the Thunder Anus?
For me: Super Mario World, A Link to the Past, Super Mario Kart, FFIV, FFVI, Chrono Trigger, Secret of Mana, Earthbound, Street Fighter 2, Mortal Kombat 3, Super Punch Out, Donkey Kong Country, Super Metroid, Killer Instinct, NBA Jam, ActRaiser
Jirard isn’t just the Donkey Kong Country 2 guy. He’s that one video gamer!
That's just who he is.
I hope one day Nintendo would remake the trilogy or give us a official dkc4
@@retrogamerfan123 well crash not only had a remaster but a sequel to it. so you never know
@@retrogamerfan123 No need for a remake. Game looks, sounds and plays perfect as it is.
@@retrogamerfan123Just pretend Tropical Freeze is called DKC4. Done!
My favourites are almost all RPGs: Final Fantasy 6, Chrono Trigger+, Tales of Phantasia, Dragon Quest 3, Lufia 2, Donkey Kong Country 2, Mario Allstars, Star Ocean, Terranigma and Zelda 3.
Kirby Super Star is STILL one of the greatest local co-op games of all time for players of differing skill levels.
Easy to pick up, less-skilled player gets the helper, tons of playstyles to choose from.
The kirby golf game is better than superstar. Superstar is a variety game. Don't kid yourself
@@leargamma4912 Is Kirby's Dream Course a local co-op game?
I always think of Superstar as a DS game because Superstar Ultra is just such an incredible remake
Dude that game was fire!! 🔥 excellent. Had so much fun with that game as a kid 💯
Uh think you meant Yasunori Mitsuda for CT my guy. He composed like 90% of the OST and only handed off a few tracks to Uematsu after being hospitalized due to overwork. It's what put Mitsuda on the map, shocked that a channel this big got such a basic and well known fact wrong. And it does a huge disservice to the work Mitsuda put in. It's even on the wikipedia page for Mitsuda.
Looks like we may be getting that DKC2 video sooner than later
"FFVI is, indeed, the greatest Final Fantasy of all time." Would have much rather had them remake VI than VII, personally.
You should do a Top10 donation list next time...
The original Donkey Kong Country is the game that introduced me to video games as a whole back when I was 5. My brothers and I spent a LOT of time with DKC and DKC2 through childhood. Truly special games man.
Of the trilogy DKC1 is probably my least favorite one but it was also the first video game I ever owned as a child. (Besides Super Mario World of course when my parents bought the SNES)
I remember playing DKC1 with my dad and failing the levels again and again. But with time we both improved and managed to reach world 4. And if I remember correctly you had to beat 5 extremely difficult ice levels in a row before you were able to save in this world so we reached some kind of dead end there.
But because my dad had to work and other obligations and I had much more free time my disadvantage of still being very young and my mechanical skills not being completelly evolved yet could be compensated and I became better and better and finally managed to beat the 4th world and he was super suprised when he saw it. Then we finished the game together because the rest of the game was actually much easier.
After DKC2 was released I was completelly obsessed with the game and became so good that he didn't even want to play with me anymore because I would beat almost every level at first try while he already had to struggle in the 2. world.
Good old memories, haha.
You’re my favorite TH-camr for a reason, Jirard. You have heart. Thank you for sharing yourself with all of us.
Yikes
Best console of all time. For me it's:
1. A Link to the Past
2. Donkey Kong Country 2
3. Final Fantasy 6
My favorite game is Final Fantasy 7 though.
I am legit still finding new SNES gems, what a console. Legendary games in pretty much every genre. We share quite a few favorites and I hope the ff6 and dkc2 videos are still a ways off.
Here, let me point you at a few of the... well, probably rightfully overlooked games, not the system's masterpieces but still worth giving a try:
Arcana - A low-animation dungeon crawler with a bit of a mean streak, but the soundtrack alone is worth the play.
Paladin's Quest - Your standard JRPG, but with an unusual approach to its magic system, a world that feels bigger than it really is, and a nice twist on the usual "chosen one" story.
Lagoon - Actually, I don't even know why I'm recommending this, it's an action-adventure game that gives you basically a two-pixel attack range and will cheerfully throw a game over at you for blowing a simple jump, but it's got a sort of charm to it.
Soul Blazer/Illusion of Gaia/Terranigma - They're not quite a series, but they try to hint at a shared universe. Soul Blazer is just okay, but Illusion of Gaia has an involved and kind of moody story, and Terranigma takes the gameplay of the previous two games and perfects it; just don't expect good things happening to good people, it's a bit bleak.
I knew one of my favorites wouldn't make the list, but that's OK.
For me, an underappreciated gem of the SNES will always be Lufia 2. A challenging and entertaining RPG with phenomenal characters, outstanding music, incredible dungeon design (including very complex and enjoyable puzzles) and one of the most emotional endings of any RPG I've ever played.
It's so perfect that just hearing the first few notes of "The Savior of Those on Earth" still brings tears to my eyes.
Lufia 2 is fantastic
Totally agree. Im glad your comment was here.
Im 34, friend of mine showed me lufia about 5 years ago, never knew about it as a child. Damn, what an awesome game
my underappreciated gem is secret of evermore such a wonderful game that I encourage anyone to look into playing
it has to compete with some real giants so i dont think not being top 10 is a slight. and i too loved it.
I did not know you have chosen FF6 as your penultimate episode when you decide to complete the channel. It’s my favorite game of all time, and I would love to see you cover it one day.
- Super Mario World
- Super Mario Kart
- A Link to the Past
- Final Fantasy 2 (IV)
- Final Fantasy 3 (VI)
- Secret of Mana
- Chrono Trigger
- Earthbound
- Street Fighter 2 Turbo
- Mortal Kombat 3
- Killer Instinct
- Super Punch-Out
- Donkey Kong Country
- Super Metroid
- NBA Jam
- ActRaiser
Solid list! Absolutely not surprised at number 1, and if you’ve seen Jirard’s Legacy show (like me!), it’s extra special. I hope that last episode doesn’t happen for a long time, but I know Jirard will put his heart and soul in it, and we’ll all probably cry a lot 😢
That is undisputable fact! And we will NOT be ready!
Donkey Kong Country 2 holds a special place in my heart as well. I was going through a rough time since my parents were divorced and I was having a hard time adjusting to living with my dad. As a reward for getting good grades that school year, he let me pick out an SNES game. It really made my Summer that year.
It's crazy how video game moments stick with you all these years later.
I remember having to go through a really tough dental procedure when I was a kid. When I came home, there was the brand new SNES console that had just come out witb a copy of Super Mario World.
Nearly 30 years later and I barely remember any hint of the pain from the procedure but the excitement of having an SNES.
Would've expected Super Metroid to be at least number 2. In my humble opinion the best aged SNES game, it still is a lot of fun to play nowadays.
I dont even think its the best game in the series.
@@alibabaschultz352 I'm open to hearing other opinions, but I think Super Metroid is the best in the series by a wide margin; the GBA games were excellent, but--despite being released a decade later--they didn't really do anything that SM didn't.
@@mzwww3243 I find Dread to be better in literally every possible measurement.
Super Mario World is my favorite game of all time!
@@alibabaschultz352as someone who also prefers dread to super, super has muuuch better music, environments, and atmosphere. so not every measurement.
Anyone else keep returning to The Completionist because Jirard is just a super wholesome good dude and you need more of that energy in your life?
Sure dude! Yeah, whatever you feel comfortable with🙃
This sounds like the script for this video was made with chatgpt the moment you start talking about the game lol
Honorable mention to Terranigma. That game is a hidden gem.
Wasn't released in America. Top 5 snes game for me!
Yes! Came here to say that, it‘s still so good even today, one of the goats for sure!
Yeah, crazy good story.
Great game, i think the SNES game that i played the most as a kid.
@@blackbeardddd That explains a lot :D
Word!!!! Music was on point aswell.
make a top 10 donations pls
Haha
Maybe top 0
4:29 "If you had a super multi-tap, up to 3 people could play the game with you at the same time."
Only 2 people could play SoM with you, since that would be 3 players total.
The snes was nuts man, being a kid was nuts. I remember to this day playing Mario RPG, never even knowing that they made games like that. It blew my mind. I played it over and over, using every character finding new stuff each time. As a kid I lived on a farm way out in the middle of nowhere, we didn't have internet or a lot of money so my only glimpse into what else was out there was from looking at magazines as my mom shopped or talking to the other kids at school. Maybe getting 1 or 2 games on my birthday or christmas. DUDE, I totally forgot about RENTING snes games lol. I used to love renting the Terminator 2 arcade game and.....Battle or Clash of the monsters. I don't remember the name exactly but it was amazing. Kinda like double dragon with dinosaurs.
I have a feeling you're thinking of King of the Monsters 2, featuring a Godzilla knockoff called Super Geon, a robotic Kong clone named Cyber Woo, and Ultraman-like called Atomic Guy. The first game was more of a arena wrestler.
I’m currently waiting on my copy of Chrono Trigger to come in the mail for my first ever playthrough and I’m so excited!!!
You're in for a fucking treat.
Can just play it on SNES classic mini
@@MikeRotch-ur7sx nope it’s not there I have one already. The version I’m waiting on is a jp ds import. It was like 50 bucks which is much better bang for buck with the current AAA garbage coming out for 70.
@@GameKnight404 oh it's there 😉 you just have to mod
@@MikeRotch-ur7sx Would you care to elaborate?
Guess the next video is gonna be DKC 2…
Nice list, love to see all the RPGs on here! Also big fan of your 3 spot, that would easily be top 3 for me as well
I hate to be that WELL ACKTUALLY guy but Yasunori Mitsuda is actually the one responsible for most of Chrono Trigger’s OST, I believe he worked himself so hard to the point of hospitalization that Nobuo Uematsu had to come in and finish the remaining tracks which wasn’t very much. Mitsuda is all my time favorite video game composer so I had to say something lol
Nothing wrong with correcting people. I wish it didn't get derided with that obnoxious meme. If someone is wrong, correct them. Donno why that has such a bad reputation.
Of the 54 songs on the Chrono Trigger soundtrack, Nobou Uematsu actually only worked on 10. Most of them were composed by Yasunori Mitsuda (who recently swapped to the role of "legendary veteran contributing a few tracks to a masterpiece" for Sea of Stars). Also, there's no "The" before "Legend" in Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars, and the "r" comes before the "l" ;)
Yasunori Mitsuda was also one of the music directors for Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and 3, which I think are his absolute finest works.
Shame on you for not having Pilotwings or F-Zero XD I hope you complete either of those, or maybe both, one day!
What else is your jam? Donations?
No lol
1. Chrono Trigger
2. Super Mario World
3. Super Metroid
4. Final Fantasy 6
5. Super Punch-Out!!
6. Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past
7. Super Mario RPG
8. Mega Man X
9. Yoshi's Island
10. Donkey Kong Country
EDIT: I actually updated this list while watching this video. There was a game I had forgotten.
Solid list. A lot of those are in my top 10 as well.
Loved the impromptu script at the end! Growing up poor, we didn't have a NES or a SNES. Our first console was the N64, and it was shared between me and my two older brothers. So many precious memories!
I think there should be an honerable mentions section for the less popular gems like Terranigma, The Illusion of Gaia, and Demon's Crest.
Time to release the DKC2 video. Career is over and now possibly facing jail time
I loved Zombies ate my neighbors, but I never could finish it, it was brutal. You had to finish it in one sitting.
The snes did have a lot of bangers. Some of my favorites are super castlevania 4, super Mario rpg, f zero, and Kirby super star. Especially Kirby super star since I grew up on super star ultra and have a soft spot for super star in general
Yea. Gen 4, 5, and 6 were the golden age. Sooooo many iconic all timers. Gen 7 was the start of the downfall. Nowadays games have just min maxed themselves where it costs so much money to make and investors only want cash cows
@@alanlee67there are tons of amazing games coming out all the time. Take the nostalgia goggles off and get out of the AAA grind, you'll see
@alanlee67 Play indie games, then you'll realize creativity and passion never died, they just don't get the big budget that they used to.
DKC2 is such a great game, and the music is top notch! Rare did a phenomenal job, and it's sad that Nintendo failed to recognize that at the time.
Heck, it's possible that Nintendo may have been a little jealous of RareWare at the time.
So, I'm sure others have said it already, but... the lead composer on Chrono Trigger was Yasunori Mitsuda, who would also go on to compose for Xenogears, Xenoblade, and Chrono Cross among a great many other games. Uematsu only came on near the end to finish a few tracks after Mitsuda put himself in the hospital with stomach ulcers from overwork.
My top 5 are as follows
1:super Mario rpg
2:soul blazer
3:secret of mana
4:super Mario kart
5:mickey’s magical quest
Honorable mentions chrono trigger,final fantasy 6,megamanx3,link to the past, and finally castlevania 4
Hello from Brazil, Jirard!
Great list, great work as always. Keep on!
COME TO BRAZIIIILLLLL
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Small correction: Chrono Trigger's score was largely written by Yasunori Mitsuda. Uematsu only wrote a couple of tracks.
looks like he wont be reviewing dk2 for what happened…
I’m still anticipating it. I honestly don’t care about the drama, I just want to hear his passion and love for that game.
What happened
Super Metroid, Super Mario World, SF Alpha 2, Super Castlevania 4, FF3, Breath Of Fire 3, Super Scope, Chrono Trigger, Secret Of Mana
You are the Donkey Kong Country 2 guy.
Couldn’t agree more about Donkey Kong Country 2, that game is the full package for a 2D platformer. The connection to your Mom makes it all the more special to you as well.
Thanks Jirard! Never tried Super Mario world 2 but you’ve got me interested in checking it out
It's soooooo gooooood.
SMW is not only a top snes game , it’s a top video game of all time
I love the snes unfortunately I don’t have an original but I do have the Classic
Same here I wish I could play some of the other classics other than the ones on the SNES Classic
@@MallerExpressEntertainment You can put more games on the classic systems if I'm not mistaken. You could curate your own SNES library onto it.
Try checking your local flea markets and pawn shops. The games are out there but prices have gotten pretty crazy recently. I have nearly 100 SNES games now and I limit myself to only the best games. My local shop has Mario RPG but I can’t justify $130 when I have the mini. 😅
@Chojimaroji Super Famicom games are also pretty viable ways of getting CIB games, but cheaper. Super Metroid plays in both Japanese and English, for example, and is a fraction of the price for the SFC version CIB compared to the North American version. Super Mario All-Stars is another cheap one, too.
@@MallerExpressEntertainmentuse HackChi to mod the SNES classic. I’ve got almost the whole SNES library on mine.
reverberate to this day? like, its going to vibrate off into the sunset? the word you were looking for is resonate.
Jirard and crew: you make some of the best shows on TH-cam.
But there's something particularly special about your top10s.
I have owned and play all systems from the NES to the PS5/Xbox Series X today and have to honestly admit that the SNES has the best library of games ever in terms of game play and replayability hands down!
Good list! I would have many of them in my top ten too, but also Super Castlevania IV, so good.
That's my all time fav Castlevania. It's such a good action platformer
@cristobalcastro5183 For sure! It has such great atmosphere with unique graphics, sounds ans music. A 10/10 for sure! :)
Really hope you give Terranigma a try one day. It's my #1 and maybe you can see why as well.
Great list Jirard! The SNES has so many good titles that I would also put on my list like Contra 3, Turtles in Time, Aladdin, SF 2, MK 2. The SNES is one of my favorite consoles, even tho I only had 2 games as a kid, I have so many memories of playing with my cousins the games they had and going to the rental store and rent a game for the weekend.
Megaman X, Kirby Super Star, Super Star Wars, Super Metroid, Ninja Warriors, just to name a few out of a whole host of awesome fun games
DKC2 is amazing, surprised its first but it was one of my most enjoyable challenges as a kid. This game had me pulling my hair out so many times getting game overs but man is it rewarding when you FINALLY beat those hard levels.
A game i rarely hear anyone discuss is Illusion of Gaia. Such an amazing and beautiful game, with some utterly raw storytelling and the absolute best score on the SNES.
This is the game that convinced me that I had to save up for a SNES+Zelda when I was 14 despite my purchasing a Genesis the year prior. Great educational value as well. I yearn to one day find and play the prequel and sequel to this.
@@unclejoker9975 Oh totally! They're through the lens of fantasy, but learning about places like the Nazca Lines and Ankor Wat was amazing.
Oh yeah....that too.....I was thinking about the option of cooking in a pot during early bachelorhood, sustaining myself on mushrooms growing out of my couch, and avoiding running every time that I accidentally caught my hair on fire. PLUS, I CAN SHOOT A FIREBALL FROM A SWORD NOW!!!!!!!
@@unclejoker9975 Hahaha oh dear
Great list and I remember playing most of them, memories filled with joy and everything. Would love to see more people check out Actraiser.
Great list!!
Secret of Mana (by far best in the franchise), Chrono Trigger, Super Metroid (by far best in the franchise), Final Fantasy 6 (again by far best in the franchise), Donkey kong 1 and 2 (once again the snes has the two best games in the series). These were the games for me. Insanely good, and I don't take a no for an answer on those, just like you. Games that above all, had a true HEART.
Those were the pure fun games, in my eyes. Going above and beyond in so many things. Phenomenal memories. Played them again when I got quite older, and nothing could diminish their value. Amazing even after so many years and passing the test of time on so many levels. I feel a bit bad for not having played Super Mario RPG and Link to the Past though!
If you haven't, you should try Trials of Mana, I think it's better in just about every way. The combat is more precise, the magic system makes more sense, you don't have to grind everything individually, the class system adds a ton to replays, and the music is incredibly memorable.
The more time that passes, the more that DKC2 stands out and holds up. It really is a masterpiece. David Wise is a legend for giving us one of the best soundtracks in gaming history to go along with such a well paced and charming platformer. Thanks for the list!
Glad to see someone else giving DKC2 some love. This game is phenominal. Its insane to think that this game is almost 30 years old and it really does still hold up to todays games. Like if they never released it in 95 and they just released this very same game for the switch today, nobody would blink an eye. Theres not many other if any otehr games you can say that about. Even the graphics hold up nicely. It was waaaaaaaay ahead of its time.
Yes, FF6 is the best one in the series. I will die on that hill. The aforementioned "Opera Scene" and it's associated musical piece "Aria di Mezzo Caratere" brings a tear to my eye to this day.
9 is better, but only slightly.
To this day it’s my favorite cause there really isn’t a MAIN character it’s an ensemble cast that has so much variety. The story is so heartfelt I loved celes moment where she discovers a will to live
6 and 9 both are peak. I need to play more of the series though.
I believe that Mega man X 1 (and 2) are absolutely perfect. They’re not my favourite game but they are the games I think are perfect. I’m kind of surprised you didn’t have TMNT 4 , but it’s your list! The SNES is the best console out there!
Super Mario World is my favorite game of all time!
When this man talks about these games you can FEEL it. Like I can almost live vicariously through his joy when he talks about how much they mean to him. I've never seen his content until today and he just strikes me as a good guy and a very genuine person.
Thank you shining a light on the soundtrack as well. Every game on that list has a phenomenal soundtrack and you mention it. I listen to the Mega Man X and DK Country (especially DKC 2) soundtrack to this day.
this list also doubles as a great list of games to play if you didn't grow up with or played the snes!
Whens the top 10 donations video coming???
Top 0
Link to the past, illusion of Gaia, super Mario world
I remember Jirard saying half of these games as his #1 favorite game before. Vividly remember him saying Earthbound was his favorite, and I remember him saying A link to the past and Super Metroid during randomizers.
Maybe it was question of feelings. My favorite movies often movies around too. Games, maybe less thought.
While Final Fantasy 3/6 will always be my favorite Final Fantasy game; and overall one of my favorite games ever...
Terranigma missing from this list is sad. I hope you take the time at some point.
Great list! I think what’s a testament to not only the nostalgia but also the quality of not only the snes but the software as well, is that only 2 of the top 10 that I didn’t own was Chrono Trigger and Megaman X! But my buddy did and every Saturday when I’d spend the night there we’d be playing Chrono Trigger and Megaman X! S tier list and system. 💪👊😁
Mama kong raised jirardkong right, bless her ❤ jirard you are absolutely amazing
I was just looking for a list like this yesterday! Like watching these just as a nostalgia trip and hearing others remember these games as fondly as I do
Just replayed Mega Man X for the first time in years, it’s definitely a classic.
However, after that I played Megan Man X4 and I’m going out on a limb to say it’s the best in the X series.
Note: Haven’t played X 11 yet.
Great list! The last one made me tear up. I feel the same way about it plus your history with it.
My absolute favourite SNES game is Super Mario RPG Legend of the Seven Stars, it's a 10/10 game to me. I'm really looking forward to the remake.
Dude you’re so awesome. I’ve been going through a tumultuous time in my life, and your channel has been such a comfort to me. Love your videos and your passion! Keep on rolling dawwwg!
I hope things get better soon for you !
I remember for my 9th birthday my dad took me to KB Toys and let me choose a game; LoZ A Link to the Past
He watched me play it a little ways I’m and was surprised to see how quickly I navigated puzzles only to discover this was not my first play through.
I’ll never forget the look on his face while I was explaining how great of a game it was so I wanted my own copy - parents just don’t understand
Dk2 was years ahead of its time. Music I will never ever forget. Levels I won't ever forget. What a game. DK never quite achieved that height again.
It was definitely of its time, not ahead of it.
Loving your content. You are a pure, honest youtuber, and i value that a lot.
Yikes
😂😂😂 I love sarcasm
Your list is superb! While I may have a couple substitutes, we definitely have similar tastes. I also like that you, like myself, experienced these games during their time. Nothing quite like experiencing Link to the Past on a blockbuster, weekend rental, sleepover at my friends house. Mind Blown!
I can’t speak for anybody else, but you got all four of my favourites, so kudos for that (especially Yoshi’s Island, always love seeing that on someone’s top ten list). You also filled the rest of your list with games I’ve never actually finished, so thanks for all those recommendations as well :)
DK2 is the only game I've ever 100%ed and will likely be the ONLY game I ever fully complete. Pre internet, it was so satisfying to figure out every secret. To win with skill rather than state saves. I understand Jirard's love for this game because it is my own. I both can't wait for, and absolutely dread, the day he comes out with the episode covering this game.
Donkey Kong Country 2, The Legend Of Zelda: A Link To The Past and Yoshi's Island were probably my most played SNES games ever.
Graphically still beautiful to watch today and perfect platformer gameplay with epic boss fights and a lot to do and find to finish these games 100%.
There were a lot of other great SNES games of course but these are my 3 all-time favorites.
*Chrono Trigger>Final Fantasy 6*
I am DEAD serious
Not an unpopular opinion at all, I fully agree
I remember a few years ago playing Mario rpg on my snes mini, I got stuck on that Forrest boss you fight right after unlocking geno, but then my brother broke the snes mini, so I’m so happy with the remake
How did this guy just make a video on Sea of Stars and call it his game of the year and STILL not know that Yasunori Mitsuda is the one that composed the majority of CT’s music?
theres no way it had to have just been a mistake to forget to mention
GERARD?! YES ANOTHER MEMBER TO THE CLUB
DEMENTIA SUFFERERS NEVER FORGET!!!
WHAT A SCUMMY MOVE
hilarious lol
Words can’t describe how happy I was playing DKC2. I was only able to buy one game for my Super Nintendo as a kid and this was the one I bought. It entertained me for hundreds of hours. Glad it got to make it to your #1
Diddy Kong quest 2 placed before Zelda and ff6?? This dude is on drugs
So that's where the donations went.
@@Vulpas mystery solved brother lol
@@ghostofva1987 lmao
Nice list, can’t really go weong with any of these with so many great titles on my second favorite console of all time (favorite is PS2). My Top 10 picks:
10. Breath of Fire 2
9. Donkey Kong Country 3 (Unpopular opinion, but I like 3 over 2)
8. Parodius
7. Super Street Fighter 2
6. Illusion of Time
5. Yoshi’s Island
4. Final Fantasy VI
3. Secret of Mana
2. Chrono Trigger
1. A Link to the Past