Nintendo is teaming up with Prima Games to release a colorful history of the Super NES this Fall.
Playing With Super Power: Nintendo SNES Classics is scheduled to be released alongside the Super NES Classic on September 29th, and it’ll be available in both hardcover (as a Special Slipcase Edition) and paperback.
This encyclopedic work will feature 320 pages of Super NES-fueled nostalgia, as well as a forward from Reggie Fils-Aimé, Nintendo of America’s President and COO. Here’s what fans can expect to find after they flip it open:
The Console: A nostalgic celebration and exploration of the Super Nintendo Entertainment System in all its 16-bit glory.
The Games: Discover everything you’ve always wanted to know about some of the most beloved SNES games, including speedrun tips and little-known facts.
The History: Learn about the SNES development and the visionaries behind this groundbreaking console.
The Legacy: An in-depth look at how the SNES has left its mark on the gaming industry, and how its legacy continues.
The Memories: From family stories to fan art to merchandise and more, this book is a love letter to fans of the Playing With Super Power era!
Speedrunning Tips: Some of the best speedrunners around share their tips and strategies for getting the best times in these beloved classic games.
Exclusive Foreword: Written by Reggie Fils-Aimé, President and COO of Nintendo of America.
Playing With Super Power: Nintendo SNES Classics is actually the second partnership between Nintendo and Prima Games. Last year, the two companies published Playing With Power: Nintendo NES Classics to coincide with the launch of the NES Classic.