In 1995, the Super Nintendo Entertainment System was stillNintendo’spremier console.

However, the Nintendo 64 was released a year later.

Therefore, ‘95 pretty much served as the end of the SNES era.

Images from Super Mario World, The Legend of Zelda A Link to the Past, and Chrono Trigger.

Plus, there were some solid Game Boy titles, too.

So, overall, Nintendo had a decent year in terms of games.

Now, all of those titles are about to turn 30 years old.

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Here are some of the most notable ones hitting that landmark.

In this platformer, the green dinosaur goes on an adventure to reunite Mario with his brother Luigi.

The red hero needs Yoshi’s help because he’s only a baby, as this is a prequel.

Mech running in the desert, Chrono’s party celebrating, and a Warrior walking to a bat in Xenoblade Chronicles X, Chrono Trigger, and Final Fantasy

However, the gameplay remains at the same high standard.

Therefore, other football (aka soccer) games had a chance at being number one.

The Deluxe one came out in 1995, and it provides an enjoyable football simulation.

Nintendo games turning 30 featured split image containing images from Secret of Evermore, Chrono Trigger, and Kirby Dream Land 2.

Of course, it isn’t as deep or visually appealing as modern football games.

Yet, it was really good for its time, and many people still remember it fondly.

Yet, the story still holds up well.

Yoshi carries Baby Mario across a gold field in Super Mario World 2: Yoshi’s Island.

As such, it didn’t get completely rave reviews upon release.

It doesn’t re-invent the Mega Man wheel, but it’s an enjoyable game nonetheless.

That said, Final Fight 3 did feel like the last true Final Fight game.

Player from Germany leading the ball on football pitch, while Italy’s player rungs alongside him.

The 90s were a magical time for Nintendo.

The company was really hitting its stride with games.

Here’s a look at some of their best from the era!

Secret Of Evermore screenshot of character holding a bone facing a dinosaur with a wolf sleeping nearby.

You just need to progress forward and beat up anyone in your way.

This premise works well and is plenty of fun.

Therefore, this game helped raise the profile of the future star.

Mega Man before heading down to the final boss in Mega Man 7.

Interestingly, it’s also one of the few titles that do not include Donkey Kong as the protagonist.

Despite the lack of Donkey Kong in the lead role, it’s a classic platformer.

1Chrono Trigger

The most highly regarded Nintendo game to come out in 1995 was Chrono Trigger.

Final Fight 3 screenshot of Jack punching someone.

It’s still regarded as one of the best RPGs ever.

Even games today that cost far more and are technically superior struggle to match the greatness of Chrono Trigger.

Part of the game’s brilliance comes from its characters.

Kirby riding Rick the hamster in Kirby’s Dream Land 2.

Each one of the main crew is entertaining and well-written.

As such, they each help make the overall narrative even more captivating.

So, the game basically ticks every box required for an exceptional role-playing game.

Diddy Kong dancing with sunglasses and a boom box at the end of a pirate ship level in Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy’s Kong Quest.

Chrono Trigger characters gathered in a park while Marl is sucked into a vortex.

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